Franklin Strader Obituary
We announce the death of Franklin Strader of Reidsville, North Carolina, who passed away on October 10, 2026, at the age of 77. Franklin will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Franklin will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Franklin will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Franklin’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: parents: Nathan Tankersley McGehee Strader and Mary Alice Flynn Strader; wife: Jane Bradford Strader; son: Scott F. Strader (Sandy); daughter: Julie S. Eastwood (Steven); sister: Brenda Ware; brothers: James Harold "Tank" Strader; brother-in-law: Dennis Ware and Joe Bradford (Carolyn); grandsons: Parker Strader (Emily), Cooper Strader, Beau Strader, Nathan Eastwood, and Lucas Eastwood; nieces and nephews: Shaun Ware (Rachel), Heather Welch (Eric), Mae Ware, Ben Bradford (Sarah), and Cint Bradford (Amy); other: Andrew Brown, Tim Drum, Doug Robertson.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, October 13th 2026 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Lowes United Methodist Church (3191 NC-87, Reidsville, NC 27320). A funeral service was held on Wednesday, October 14th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the same location.
Memorials may be made to the Lowe's United Methodist Church Cemetery Fund, c/o Doug Robertson, 335 Combs Road, Reidsville, NC 27320.
