On Tuesday October 27, 2020, Doris returned home at the age
of 95. Predeceased by spouses Robert C.
Rademacher and David F. Louder. Doris is
survived by her children Robert Rademacher (Sherry), Gale Rademacher (David
Roe) and Laura Lancaster (Scott), granddaughter Bridget Rademacher (Joseph
Velasquez), sister Wilma Buchalla, stepdaughter Pat Mestell and grandchildren
Jonathan and Lauren, and several nieces and nephews.
Doris was born January 22, 1925 to Emma and William Wilson,
in Jersey City, NJ. Doris remained in
Secaucus, NJ, until relocating with her husband Bob and two small children, to
Baltimore Maryland for 13 years. In
December 1967, the family relocated to Fairport, NY.
Daughter, Sister, Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Aunt, Friend
Loving, Kind, Generous, Selfless
She was loved by many throughout her long life. Many of the Fairport Baptist Home staff
stopped in to comfort me (Laura) as I sat with mom during her last two days. They all shared with me how much they loved
her and her stubbornness. And mom could
be stubborn if she did not want to do something! One of the aids shared, when he joined the
staff at Fairport Baptist Home a few months ago, he swore he would not fall in
love with another resident…then he met Doris!
It is difficult not to love her wit, kind gentle way and forgiving
nature.
Mom was stylish.
Every Friday after work, she went to the salon to have her hair
done. Nothing, not even the foul winter
weather, kept her from her weekly hair appointment. She enjoyed coordinating her accessories,
jewelry, purses and shoes. I remember
her getting dressed to go out with friends.
I loved the fragrance of her Shalimar perfume. Before she kissed me to leave, she put on
extra lipstick and left a vivid lip print on my cheek.
Mom supported us in everything we chose to do. She was our biggest cheerleader, shouting us
up and down each length of the pool during every swim meet. She dried our tears, laughed with us, and gave
the biggest, warmest, tightest hugs.
I recall a story from her childhood with her sister
Wilma. When their mom, Emma, would give
them a dime and a nickel to share; mom was always generous and gave her younger
sister the nickel because it was bigger in size!
As a true “Jersey Girl”, mom spent many vacations at “The Shore”. As a young adult, she enjoyed an iced beer
flirting with the young men on the boardwalk.
In retirement, the best vacations were spent in Cape May, NJ, with many
family members.
Doris enjoyed her weekly Thursday night bridge club on
Gentian Way. Mom took pride in
decorating our home for every season.
Our house was truly a home for all who entered; except the living
room. (https://stratnewsglobal.com/) We used to tease mom about the
imaginary velvet museum ropes preventing anyone from entering the living
room. We would often find her in a
dim-lit living room, enjoying her peace and quiet, and her Hummel
collection.
When Dave joined the family, they were busy clowning
around! Dave was a professional clown,
and mom was known to dress up from time to time as well. Mostly she was part of the “clown auxiliary”
going from parade to parade. She enjoyed
hosting the group of clowns at her home, for Fairport’s annual Fourth of July
parade.
Doris spent her career holding down the fort in the library
at Dudley and then Minerva DeLand in Fairport.
The kids at Minerva purposely took the snake books off the shelf and
left them on the table face up for her to put away. I can picture her flipping the book over and
holding it by the corners, so that she didn’t have to look at the cover!
Doris will be remembered for her quick-wit, generosity, and
kind and compassionate spirit. I invite
you to share your fond memories of our mom below. Rest well, good and faithful servant. Mom, you will be deeply missed, and forever
in our hearts.
Calling hours will be held on Tuesday November 3rd,
from 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM at the Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home at 7501
Pittsford-Palmyra Road in Fairport, NY. Internment
will immediately follow at White Haven Cemetery, for anyone wishing to
attend.
In appreciation of the care Mom received at Fairport Baptist
Home, donations in Doris’ honor can be sent to the FairportBaptist Homes
in memory of Doris Rademacher: FBH
Foundation at 4646 Nine Mile Point Road, Fairport, NY 14450.
Comments
36 responses to “Rademacher, Doris”
What lovely memories and stories you’ve shared – Doris sounds like an amazing women. We are sadden by your loss and are sending our thoughts & prayers to you during this time.
Thank you both.
Keeping you in my prayers.
Thank you Shannon
I have so many great memories of your mom and every single one of them is filled with smiles and laughter. She truly had a life well lived filled with love and wonderful people. She will be missed but we will never forget her!
Thank you Sher
Doris was such a dear friend. We could not see each other for a while and then fall right back into our relationship when we did get together just like we never skipped a beat. We had a lot of great times together and I will miss her.
Love you Catherine, Cathy and family
What a beautiful tribute to a graceful lovely lady. God bless your family and have peace knowing she is home with our Lord.
Thank you Bonnie.
Laura, What a lovely tribute to your mom. So enjoyed the memory of her stylishness and how rain, sleet or shine, she would not miss that hair appointment! Love that! May you find comfort in your faith and the love and support of your family and friends. Our deepest condolences, your work family at SPS
Thank you Antonella.
We are praying for and with you for God’s comfort and peace. You are carrying on her legacy of loving, kind, generous, selfless, quick-wit, generosity, and kind and compassionate spirit. Laura we love you and Scott.
Thank you Trevor and Robin.
Doris was the best “boss” and second mother a woman could ever have. She and I worked together for years but became family as the years passed. I love you Doris and wish you peace, joy and happiness.
Belinda, she thought of you as another daughter. Thank you for all you have done to help us and love you have given her.
We are so sorry to the passing of your Mother are prayers for you and the Family.
Thank you so much
Doris was a joy to know. Her warmth and humor enriched my life, and I will miss her.
Grace, I’m sorry I missed you last Monday when you stopped by Mom’s room and left the Halloween treat.
Thank you Grace. She so enjoyed your visits
A great woman has moved on. Our family was blessed to have Mrs. Rademacher in our lives. My stories are so many because Mrs. Rademacher was there when my first memories of Gentian Way were forming: Christmas cookies, marigolds, side garage door, bird feeders, “use thy feet,” the junk drawer with hair ties, snow day lunches with hot cocoa, birthday dinners, and my wedding shower–in the lovely living room, no less! I’ve missed Mrs. Rademacher since moving to NH, and I will continue to miss her long after we gather to celebrate her life. My love and prayers for your family.
Thank you Barbara.
What wonderful memories we have of Doris and her family. We all became the Gentian Way family to each other and for many years shared happiness, love, life events and so much more! Sending prayers and hugs as we think back to those times! ?
We do have some great memories with our neighborhood family. ❤️
Doris was always a lot of fun. I met her through Kay Michael and Catherine Andrukat. Lovely and fun personality. We were not next door neighbors but lived at 43 Gentian. God rest her soul and may your faith hold the entire family strong. Remember, she is “ever only a whisper away” and will always be present.
Thank you. We did have an awesome neighborhood.
Sorry for your loss. I lost my Mom at 89 almost five years ago.
Thank you
So sorry to hear of your loss. Your Mom was always warm and friendly to me and my Mom and tried her best to keep me on the right path. Sometimes successfully, sometimes I went in my own direction but she never judged. Debbie and my regards.
Thank you Nick & Debbie.
Thank you Nick and Debbie. Mom would be laughing if she read your comment.
So very sorry to hear about your loss. Our prayers are with you. (From a long lost friend from the neighborhood and Bethlehem Lutheran).
Thank you for your thoughts and prayers
Aunt Doris was a special lady! She always had a smile on her face… When they came down to visit, Mom and your mom would talk and talk and talk. I loved the way she kept Uncle Dave in line. I will miss her alot. Love you guys BJ
Thank you for such kind words. She loved the entire Louder family. Love to all