Pauline Rader

Ms. Pauline Rader, age 95, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on October 21, 2026, in Springfield, TN. Pauline Rader was born on June 12, 1931 in Red Boiling Springs, TN, to the late Burvie Patterson and Eiiza Dickens Patterson. 

Also preceding her in death her beloved husband William Rader and daughter Joyce Rader Brewer.Pauline is survived by daughter Sharlyn (Buddy) Wright, grandchildren Lori Hilton (Gil), Tanya Hargrove (Richard), Jason Wright (Dani-Lynne), Shona Brunotts (Chris), and Tiwasha Story (Robert). Great-Grandchildren surviving are Alexa Gavin (Nick), Dahila Santiago (Luis), Kristopher Eakin, Kelsie Wegener (Cory), Katelynn Woods (Sam), Jospeh Wright, Hannah Wright, Lori-Anne Wright, Hailey Vickers (Brent), Emilie Holmes (Eric), Tori Story, and LeeAnn Story; and fifteen great grandchildren.

Ms. Pauline's greatest joy in life was her family, whom she loved deeply and cherished above all else. She was blessed with 2 children, 5 grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and 15 great-great-grandchildren, each holding a special place in her heart. Her love for her family was the foundation of her life, and the legacy she leaves behind will continue to be carried through the generations.

Visitation will be held Friday, October 23rd, 2026, from 2:00pm to 7:00pm at Anderson Funeral Home and again on Saturday, October 24th, 2026 from 9:00am until the time of funeral service at 10:00am with Brother Michael Nesbitt officiating. Interment to follow at Sumner Memorial Gardens, Gallatin, TN.

Anderson Funeral Home is honored to care for Ms. Rader and her family.