Janet M (Harrison) Rader

Janet Marie Rader, 67, of Newton died on Thursday, May 25, 2023, at Grinnell Regional Medical Center. A private family graveside service will be held. The family will greet friends from 2-4 p.m., Friday, June 2, at the Izaak Walton League in Newton. 

Janet, the daughter of Fred and Pat (Clemens) Harrison, was born on November 16, 1955 in Newton. She lived most of her life in Newton except for a short time spent in Mississippi while she was growing up.  Janet graduated from Newton High School in 1974. After graduation Janet served her country in the U.S. Army.  On March 21, 1983, Janet was united in marriage with Jim Rader in Las Vegas, Nevada.  For over 20 years, she worked for the U.S. Post Office, retiring as head of maintenance. Janet and Jim enjoyed wintering in Texas. She also loved to golf and had two holes in ones in her lifetime. Janet also spent time doing craft projects and visiting with friends.

Janet is survived by her husband, Jim Rader of Newton; daughter, Roxanne (Terry) Roll of Kellogg; grandsons, Jason (Tasha) Nida and Michael Nida (Carissa Gail); and 12 great-grandchildren.  She is preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Michael Harrison and Rick Harrison.

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