Mary B. Rader
After a short, courageous battle with cancer, Mary B. Rader of Dunbar died Wednesday, March 2, 2016 at the Hubbard House at the age of 62 with her daughter by her side.
She leaves behind her children Angel Miller-Nantell (Michael Nantell) and Jason Winnell (Sang Ah Koh). Grandchildren; Justin, Haley & Madison Miller and Tyler, Nathan & Isabelle Nantell.
Mary was born on June 26, 1953 in South Charleston, WV, to father Harold Thornton & mother Frances Thornton who predeceased her. She grew up in a loving home with 4 brothers; Chester Thornton (Janet), Douglas Thornton (Phyllis), William Thornton & Timothy Thornton.
She enjoyed various crafts, gardening, traveling and exploring. She will be forever remembered by her many friends for her love, loyalty & sense of humor. She was employed by West Virginia Housing Development Fund since 2003. Previous employment includes BB&T, One Valley Bank, Atlantic Financial & Magnet Bank.
Mary requested to be cremated and a “Celebration of Life” Service will be held at Curry Funeral Home 4:00pm Sunday, March 13, 2016. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations be made to Hospice Care, 1606 Kanawha Blvd., W., Charleston, WV 25387-2536.
Thoughts and Prayers for Mary’s wonderful family. It was a great pleasure to care for Mary during her courageous and inspiring fight. She was by far one of my favorite patients…and I know she’s flying high.
Peace be With You All
Thoughts and prayers for all of you. I worked with Mary at WV Housing and spent many enjoyable lunches with her. She could tell some of the funniest stories! She was so proud of her children, grand children, daughter-in-law and son- in- law. I am sure she has left you with many wonderful memories. RIP Mary……..
I had the privilege to work with Mary at West Virginia Housing. Mary was such a funny, sweet & caring person. The past year we worked on a few projects together and I must say she kept me on my toes and made it fun in the process. I truly miss her infectious smile and funny little things she would say. Mary was a classy lady and always was so “put” together, she must of had the biggest closet. lol!! God bless you Mary & her children whom she talked about often of how proud she was of both of you and how much she loved her grandkids and daughter-in-law. Please know you were all loved very much by Mary…. Fly high my sweet friend, until we meet again.
I am so sorry to hear about Mary. She was one of my best friends and co-workers when we worked at One Valley Bank and BB&T together. My prayers and thoughts go out to her children and her family and friends. She will be missed.
Jason and Sang Ah – Praying for friends to comfort you, faith to uphold you, and loving memories to heal your heart. Our deepest condolences to you and your family.
Mary was a wonderful person and great employee. She will be missed by her friends and co-workers. Her smile, attitude about life and wonderful sense of humor will be the way I remember her as I know that is how others feel as well.
My thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Mary was so proud of her family. May you take comfort in her love and all of the wonderful memories you have! It was an honor to have known Mary and to have worked with her at WVHDF. I will always remember her kindness, her smile and sense of humor.