Martha J. Rader

Born in 1929, in Austin, TX, she was the 9th child and ‘baby’ of the family. She is predeceased by her parents, George Franklin Rader and Henrietta Millard Rader; her 2 brothers, Frank Rader and Wilson Rader; her 6 sisters, Loyce Rader, Iris Jones, Lucille Preece, Louise Carlson, Marie Bruce and Nell Delaney; brothers-in-law, Howard Preece, Joel Carlson and Larry Bruce; and sister-in-law, Elizabeth Rader. She is survived by her brother-in-law, John Delaney; her sister-in-law, Ella Rader Spencer; her 14 nieces and nephews; and countless cousins and family friends.

Martha help start 2 businesses in Austin: Southern Manor Nursing Home and Kiddie Kampus Daycare. Later, she worked for the University of Texas and US Postal Service. She was a big sport enthusiast, playing softball in high school and Austin leagues. Then, she found the game of golf and quickly became addicted. She won various tournaments and trophies in both sports. She also was a proud member of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas organization. Martha had a passion for family, games and sports and great wine. We will miss our favorite Aunt.

A visitation will take place from 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Friday, November 21, 2014 at Cook-Walden/Capital Parks Funeral Home, 14501 North IH 35, Pflugerville, Texas. The funeral service will be held in the Memorial Chapel of the funeral home at 10:00 am, Saturday, November 22. She will be interred at Millard-Salyer Cemetery in Williamson County, Texas.

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