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RADER: Richard “Uncle Dibbers” Lloyd

October 3, 2022 By 62 Condolences

RADER: Richard “Uncle Dibbers” Lloyd

RADER:  Peacefully, with his family by his side, at Stratford General Hospital, Stratford, on Monday, October 3, 2022, Richard “Uncle Dibbers” Lloyd Rader of Dashwood, age 75.  Beloved husband of almost 52 years to Rose Marie (Grenier) Rader.  Loved father and father-in-law of Tammy Rader and David Molina, Dan and Cheryl Rader.  Cherished Papa of Steven Collett, Brennan Alexander-Masse, Zach Rader and Trent Rader.    Forever loved son-in-law of Betty (Baker) Grenier.  Dear brother and brother-in-law of Arthur and Roberta Rader, Kenneth and Eleanor Rader, Brian and Rosemary Rader, Carole and Larry Luther, Cathy and John Taylor, Joanne and Joe Bengough.  Richard will be missed by his grandpuppy Benny and his many nieces, nephews and their families.  Predeceased by his parents Elgin “Elgie” Samuel (1995) and Dorothy Catherine (Kraft) Rader (2013) and father-in-law Alphonse Grenier (1994).  Resting at the T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home, Dashwood with Visitation on Thursday, October 6, 2022 from 4 to 7 p.m.  The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Boniface Roman Catholic Church, Zurich on Friday, October 7, 2022 at 11 a.m.  The Rev. Fr. Tony Laforet Celebrant.  Interment St. Boniface Roman Catholic Cemetery, Zurich.  If desired, memorial donations (payable directly) to the Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Huron would be appreciated by the family. 

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  1. Mark Heimrich

    October 14, 2022 at 11:23 PM

    Rose, Dan & Cheryl, Tammy & David & all Richard’s Family & Friends;

    Our sincere condolences in your loss. Richard was such a nice guy. Always friendly and I enjoyed my many interactions with him over the years. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this time.

    Mark & Julie Heimrich

  2. Eugene & JeanGuenther

    October 13, 2022 at 9:40 AM

    To the Rader and Grenier Families,

    Our deepest sympathies in the passing of Richard. So many years of sharing our childhoods together come to mind along with the greatest times playing ball. Hoping that many happy memories can fill void that has been left in your lives. Eugene & Jean Guenther

  3. Jim and Mary Lou Hyde

    October 11, 2022 at 8:54 PM

    Rose and family, we send our condolences on your loss of Richard. We always remember him with a big smile on his face and a hearty laugh. You will have wonderful memories to cherish, keep them close.

    Jim and Mary Lou Hyde

  4. Butch n Mariette Desjardine

    October 11, 2022 at 11:39 AM

    Thinking of Richard’s families during this difficult time!
    Butch and Mariette Desjardine

  5. Kathy Hayter

    October 10, 2022 at 7:03 PM

    You are all in my thoughts and prayers with the recent death of Richard,keep all the fun loving memories close to your ❤heart

  6. Sharri MacDonald

    October 9, 2022 at 1:03 AM

    Dear Rose,Dan and families
    So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
    Sharri MacDonald

  7. Scott and Arlene Thomson

    October 8, 2022 at 1:11 PM

    Rose and family sending our deepest sympathy to you and your family, also prayers and hugs

  8. Anmarie Kraft- Hoffman

    October 7, 2022 at 3:07 PM

    My ‘Deepest Sympathy’ Rose & Family. I remember Richard well from our cousin/family – Kraft/Rader gatherings when we wer young…….. and Dashwood days & the Dashwood Tigers ball games. I’m so sorry I didn’t know he was ill & just now heard of Richards passing…… Sorry Rose, to have missed paying my respects at Visitation, to you & the family. ……Sincerely Anmarie Kraft-Hoffman

  9. Deb & Ken Regier

    October 7, 2022 at 2:35 PM

    Rose Tammy & Dan and families, so sorry to hear of Richard’s passing. There are many wonderful memories to cherish. Know that are thoughts and prayers are with you all. Hugs Rose.
    Ken & Deb Regier and family

  10. Sue Riley

    October 7, 2022 at 2:05 PM

    Thinking of Richard’s families during this difficult time!

  11. Dave Frayne and Cathy Cade

    October 7, 2022 at 9:09 AM

    To Rose, family and friends:
    Sorry to learn of Richard’s passing, he will be missed by all. Many good memories of him over the years. Our condolences

  12. Janice

    October 7, 2022 at 8:40 AM

    Dear Rose & Family
    We are so sorry to read of Richards passing, such a nice photo of Richard. He will be missed by family & friends, we will be thinking of you as you remember & celebrate his life.
    Our sincere sympathy Janice & Craig

  13. Rob and Brenda Grenier

    October 6, 2022 at 8:08 PM

    Rose and family sending our deepest sympathy to you and your family

  14. jim anticknap

    October 6, 2022 at 6:39 PM

    Rose, Tammy and Danny -So sorry to learn of the passing of Richard . I had thought of him often since we departed ways from Rona and remember the many conversations we had together in the Big O shed. It was certainly a pleasure to have had Richard as not only a co-worker but a friend as well. My sincere condolences to the family
    Jim Anticknap

  15. Karn Durdin

    October 6, 2022 at 5:29 PM

    Rose and family, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of Richard. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I was thinking of the fun times we had at Mom and Dad’s. Richard and you always kept an eye out for them. Richard will be greatly missed by all.
    Karn Durdin and Don Thornton

  16. Dave and Brenda Palsa

    October 6, 2022 at 4:58 PM

    Rose and family our sincere condolences on the loss of Richard he was a kind ever grateful man whom I had the honour of caring for at different times – Dave and I send our sympathy

  17. Audrey and Mel Melick

    October 6, 2022 at 4:38 PM

    Dear Rose and Family – Mel and I want to express our deepest sympathy as you mourn the passing of a dear husband, Dad and Grandpa. May you find some comfort by sharing with each other your memories of this special person in your lives. Mel and Audrey Melick

  18. Chuck & Tanya Erb

    October 6, 2022 at 3:33 PM

    Dear Rose & Family,
    We where saddened to hear of Richards passing. Always enjoyed his smile and laughter.
    Extending or Thoughts and Prayers to you all.
    Chuck & Tanya Erb

  19. Jim & Verla Russell

    October 6, 2022 at 3:20 PM

    Rose and family;
    Our sincere sympathy on the passing of Richard.
    Our thoughts ad prayers are with you at this sad time.
    Jim and I will remember playing with you at the Legion golf tournament.

  20. Beth Cooper

    October 6, 2022 at 1:35 PM

    Rose and Family

    My deepest sympathy to you and all your family.
    My thoughts are with you at this sad time.

    Beth Cooper

  21. Dan Meidinger

    October 6, 2022 at 11:57 AM

    Rose, Tammy and Dan
    My sincere sympathy goes out to all of you and your families.
    I have very fond memories of Richard when I lived in Kitchener

    Dan Meidinger

  22. MaryJane Taylor

    October 6, 2022 at 11:42 AM

    My Sincere Sympathy Rose and to all your Family,
    Richard will be missed…May fond memories be a
    comfort during this difficult time…
    MaryJane T.

  23. Wanda Reynolds

    October 6, 2022 at 11:08 AM

    Rose and Family

    Our thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow.

    Wanda & Bob Reynolds

  24. Maxine Miller

    October 6, 2022 at 9:06 AM

    Whatever soothes your spirit, comforts your soul, and brings you peace….that’s what you’re wished at this sad time.
    Blessings
    Maxine Miller

  25. Judy Lovell

    October 6, 2022 at 8:09 AM

    Rose and families.
    Thinking of you and your family at this sad and difficult time in your loss of Richard.
    Cherish the memories. He will be missed. Take care of one another.
    Dave and Judy Lovell.

  26. Elaine Jeffrey

    October 6, 2022 at 7:08 AM

    Dear Rose and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you’s. PT and Elaine Jeffrey

  27. nancy brand

    October 5, 2022 at 9:05 PM

    DEAR ROSE OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY HANS & NANCY BRAND

  28. Missy Pfaff

    October 5, 2022 at 8:46 PM

    My deepest sympathies to the Rader family. Thinking of you all.
    Glenn and Missy Pfaff

  29. Colleen Overholt Cyr

    October 5, 2022 at 7:53 PM

    Rose, Tammy, Dan and family,
    thinking of you all at this very difficult time. My deepest sympathy and sincere condolences. Hugs

    Colleen (Overholt) Cyr

  30. Terry Rau

    October 5, 2022 at 7:35 PM

    Rose and family

    Our sincere condolences to you Rosie and your entire family.

    Terry and Helen Rau

  31. Donna Mosurinjohn

    October 5, 2022 at 7:22 PM

    Sending my deepest sympathies to you and your family Rose❤️

  32. Sandi Wilson

    October 5, 2022 at 6:17 PM

    Rose And Family
    My Deepest Sympathy

  33. Dorothy Kay

    October 5, 2022 at 3:43 PM

    Dear Rosie, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May happy memories of Richard give you strength, comfort, and peace. Always remember Jesus is looking after him with unimaginable love!
    With heartfelt sympathy,
    Rick and Dorothy Kay (Farwell)

  34. Carol Ducharme

    October 5, 2022 at 3:24 PM

    Sincerest condolences to all the family. Carol Ducharme (Bedard).

  35. Gail Ducharme

    October 5, 2022 at 3:20 PM

    My deepest sympathy to all the Rader family.

  36. Mary Lou Bilcke

    October 5, 2022 at 2:55 PM

    Rose, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Cherish your memories

  37. Tom and Carol Arthur

    October 5, 2022 at 2:42 PM

    Our sincere sympathy to the Rader and Grenier families.

  38. Chuck and Judy Mallette

    October 5, 2022 at 1:27 PM

    Judy and I are so sorry for your loss. I worked with Richard for many years and had the greatest respect for him. Condolences to Rose and all the rest of the family. May you find peace as time goes on and the happy memories come to mind. During this difficult time, we offer our heartfelt sympathy and prayers as you deal with this loss. Rest in peace, Richard.

  39. Doug & Deb Masse

    October 5, 2022 at 12:33 PM

    Rose Marie, Dan and Cheryl and all your families,

    We are so sorry for your loss. Hold on to all the memories shared and they will bring you comfort. Sending sincere sympathy to you all.

    Doug & Deb Masse

  40. Diane Pepper

    October 5, 2022 at 11:01 AM

    Our sincere condolences to Rose Marie, family & friends.
    Praying for comfort and peace for all that are mourning Richard’s loss.

    Good Companions ( Dashwood Seniors)
    &
    Diane & Alan Pepper, Thedford

  41. June E Morenz

    October 5, 2022 at 10:29 AM

    My sincere condolence to all the Rader Family and extended family, as well.

  42. Don & Charlene Oesch

    October 5, 2022 at 10:00 AM

    Rose and family:
    Our deepest condolences in the loss of Richard. Will always remember that huge smile. May God give him rest and you and your family, peace
    Don & Charlene

  43. Glen & Peggy Restemayer

    October 5, 2022 at 9:45 AM

    Rose and Family,
    We were sorry to read Richard passed away.
    Keeping you in our thoughts & prayers as you
    go through this difficult time & in the days ahead.
    Sincere Sympathy,
    Glen & Peggy

  44. Wendy & Les Coleman

    October 5, 2022 at 8:41 AM

    Dear Rose, Tammy & Dan and all your families:
    Sending a hug and please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
    Love
    Wendy (Meidinger) and Les Coleman
    You taught me a special game involving toilet paper, lots of laughs that night!!! ❤️

  45. Mike and JoAnne Pickering

    October 5, 2022 at 8:06 AM

    Sorry for your loss!! Mike and JoAnne Pickering

  46. Linda Dietrich

    October 5, 2022 at 7:47 AM

    Sincere sympathy to all the family, so sorry for your loss.
    Jim & Linda Dietrich

  47. John and Mickie Hamilton

    October 5, 2022 at 7:28 AM

    Rose,Danny ,Tammy and family.

    We are so sorry to hear the passing of Richard. Expressing our deepest condolences to you and family ,our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours at this most difficult time.

  48. Jeff Hoffman

    October 5, 2022 at 6:58 AM

    Rose,Tammy,Dan and family…. Condolences, thinking of you all

  49. Barry & Melonie Miller

    October 5, 2022 at 4:54 AM

    Rose & family
    Our thoughts & sympathy are with you at this time, in the loss of a husband, dad & grandpa.
    Barry & Melonie Miller

  50. Dietrich

    October 4, 2022 at 10:05 PM

    Our sincere condolences on Richards’s passing. May your many happy memories be a comfort always.

    Thinking of you, Milt and Barb Dietrich

  51. Cheryl Tong

    October 4, 2022 at 9:44 PM

    Dear Rose and family
    We are so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
    Cheryl and Bill Tong

  52. Julie Grimminck

    October 4, 2022 at 9:38 PM

    To Rose, Tammy, Dan & Family,
    My condolences to you with the passing of Richard. May you be comforted by love, given strength to get through each day, and surrounded by stories that comfort your heart.

  53. Karen Dickins

    October 4, 2022 at 9:29 PM

    Rose and extended family ,my deepest condolences, cherish your wonderful memories.

  54. George and Elaine Ducharme

    October 4, 2022 at 8:39 PM

    Our sincere condolences Rose and family. Richard will be missed
    George & Elaine Ducharme

  55. Mary Lou and Ron Henry

    October 4, 2022 at 7:28 PM

    Dear Rose….
    Deepest sympathy to you and your family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
    Mary Lou and Ron

  56. Nancy-Rae and Bob Lovie

    October 4, 2022 at 6:58 PM

    Rose and entire family…
    Our sincere condolences to you all at this time. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all.
    Bob and I have many wonderful memories (and pictures) of Richard enjoying himself in his usual
    fun way when we were up at the cottage on Manitoulin Island years ago when the kids were small.
    We’re all going to miss him.. Cherish the memories….

  57. George and Elaine Keller

    October 4, 2022 at 6:48 PM

    Our sincere condolences to Rose, Tammy, Dan and their families.

  58. Marion McCarter

    October 4, 2022 at 6:43 PM

    Rose and families:
    Thinking of you at this sad and difficult time in your loss of Richard. May his wonderful memories become treasures you will carry in your hearts forever. Deepest Sympathy.
    Marion McCarter

  59. Elaine Vandeworp

    October 4, 2022 at 6:27 PM

    Dear Rose and family our dearest sympathy to all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  60. Paul and Joan Ducharme

    October 4, 2022 at 6:07 PM

    To the family of Lloyd Rader, our sincere compassion and prayers are with you .

  61. Erin Regier

    October 4, 2022 at 5:39 PM

    Rose & family, our deepest sympathies, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Karl & Erin Regier and family

  62. Harv & Evelyn Vincent

    October 4, 2022 at 4:52 PM

    Rose and family
    Sincere sympathy in your great loss. Praying for experience God’s strength and comfort during this difficult time.
    Love & Prayers

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