- Date Of Birth: July 28, 1949
- Date Of Death: April 18, 2016
- State: Connecticut
Rader, Dr. Gary Joseph Rader, age 66, of Trumbull, beloved husband of Suzanne Ruby Rader, passed away on April 18, 2016 at home with his loving family by his side. Gary was born on July 28, 1949 in Bridgeport and was the son of the late Peter and Dorothy Sivec Rader. Gary received his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Connecticut in 1972 and his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from National College of Chiropractic in Lombard, Illinois in 1976. He was also a licensed acupuncturist. He established Rader Chiropractic and Acupuncture Center and practiced for 34 years in Stratford. He was a member of many associations, including the American Association of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, the American Chiropractic Association, and the Connecticut Chiropractic Association (former District Director, 1986). Gary had healing hands and was passionate about helping others. His enthusiasm for life was infectious, and he loved inspiring people and motivating them to achieve their dreams. Gary was a longtime member at Mill River Country Club, where he enjoyed golfing, bowling, and playing cards with his many friends. One of his fondest memories was winning the Mill River Father-Son golf tournament. He was an avid UCONN Huskies basketball fan. He coached many of his children’s teams and never missed their sporting events.
