Dear Bill,

Thank you for all the incredibly sweet and joyous times we shared at Phi Delta Theta. Over fresh brewed coffee on Sunday mornings in the Executive Room, I learned so much about the world and life as a young man through your captivating stories and tales of adventure, and through exploits of our own. Your endless humor could blow away the worries of a bad day. I always remember looking forward to our powwows. They will be sorely missed and jealously cherished. Your air of grace could erase my deepest fears and I felt so treasured to have even an ounce of your time, never mind a lasting friendship. I'll always remember your last birthday on the Peninsula -- oh, what a time that was!

Sometimes the words are just hard to find in describing how much you meant in my life. I say it all the time to whoever will hear -- I wouldn't be the man I am today without your support, your guidance, your encouragement.  You understood. You knew me better than myself and where my life's passions lied before I could articulate those on my own. You took an interest in my life and my well being more so than anyone else. Your hearty laughter and booming chuckle after our riotous catch ups would have me beaming from ear to ear. Our ritual dinners in town were always the highlight of visits and I wouldn't have changed a thing about it for the world. You made me feel like I mattered. You always took the time to share a laugh, a story,  a meal, and allow me to dream of things bigger than myself. To dream of a future I would be proud of, and to know you would be proud of me someday, too. I hope you are proud of me.

My life won't ever be the same without you here. Generations to come will know of your kind heart and enthusiastic spirit. You were a true gentleman worthy of emulation. Your character was a cut above the rest. And I hope one day I can be like you.

Yours Truly,
Rich

To all of those who love Bill (Rada)

Rada was my son's Godfather, He was my first room mate at Phi Delta Theta fraternity (UW), He was in my first wedding party and most importantly he has been a treasured friend, big brother from another mother and mentor of mine for over 57 years. We had many crazy adventures together and I will miss him. I could always get him to laugh and to play. I saw, experienced a side of him that I treasure as he didn't always show that side of him to others.

God I will miss him and will hold close to me all of the wonderful memories of him that are deeply embedded in my soul. He was the finest of the fine.

I love you Rada.

Ole


To Will, Randy and family,

Beginning in September of 1990, I had the honor of working with your Dad and Grandfather, Bill, for over 12 years as a consultant on the Aldarra Farms development as well as some other projects. It was an unusual combination of skills and personalities, but we worked very well together and accomplished some important work for your family's real estate business. It was my privilege to have known your Dad. May his memory be a blessing for you.

Bob Rothstein
 Seattle


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William Rademaker Jr.

19 agosto, 1942 – 26 abril, 2019

Sunset Hills Memorial Park & Funeral Home

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