Certain things defined him most clearly. A strong work ethic. His sense of humor. And brutal honesty.
Ed loved his wife of nearly 70 years, his children, the practice of medicine, Billiken basketball, dogs, reading, silence, and sausage pizza (but not necessarily in that order). He loved playing sports, too, and he retired undefeated against his wife and children in tennis, ping-pong, pool, golf, and Horse. He had a creative side, as well, proving to be a good amateur poet.
He placed a heavy emphasis on learning. He and Norma were tireless in their efforts to ensure their children received an excellent education.
Ed was fiercely independent. But he didn’t seem to mind the pampering he got from his wife.
He embraced perseverance and shunned procrastination. His lifelong mantra – “do it now, do it well.”
He’d occasionally joke about being perfect, but almost never spoke about himself, and never in an arrogant way.
Ed Rader was preceded in death by his parents, Ben and Sarah Rader, and his son-in-law, Perry Inhofe. He was survived by his daughter Nancy Inhofe, his sons Jeff Rader (spouse Sarah) and Dan Rader (partner Hoai Huynh), and his grandchildren Glade Inhofe, Cole Inhofe and Anna Rader.
A private ceremony was held on September 10, 2024. Donations may be made in Ed’s memory to the Saint Louis University School of Medicine.
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