Karen S. Rader's obituary , Passed away on June 11, 2026 in Springfield, Ohio

Karen S. Rader

August 19, 1954 - June 11, 2026 (71 years old)

Springfield, Ohio

Karen S. Rader's obituary , Passed away on June 11, 2026 in Springfield, Ohio

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Karen S. Rader

August 19, 1954 - June 11, 2026 (71 years old)

Springfield, Ohio

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Karen S. Rader Obituary

It is with sadness that the passing of Karen S. Rader of Springfield, Ohio is shared. Karen, born on August 19, 1954, passed away on June 11, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Karen S. Rader to pay them a last tribute.

Karen will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around her. Friends and family will honor Karen by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence she had in their lives. Though Karen is no longer present, the bonds she created and the experiences shared will endure. Karen’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew her.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Rev. Charles A. Rader and Virginia R. Rader (Gooding); and her brother-in-law R. Wendell Carter. She is survived by: her daughter Joy Rader of Columbus, OH; and her siblings, David Rader (Becky) of Gahanna, OH, Cheryl Carter of Piqua, OH and James Brian Rader (Patti) of Heath, OH..

Memorial Contributions may be given in memory of Karen to one of her favorite charities: Samaritan's Purse- specifically Operation Christmas Child-https://samaritanspurse.org.

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Melcher-Sowers Funeral Home



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