John R. Rader Jr., 55, of Bridgeport, Ohio, passed away on February 11, 2015 at Park Health in St. Clairsville, Ohio after a lengthy illness. He was born in Rheinland-Platz, Germany on February 9, 1960. He was a graduate of Wentworth Military Academy. John loved the Pittsburgh Steelers & Ohio State and was their greatest fan! He was past President of the Foresters Club of Bridgeport. He was preceded in death by his father, CSM John R. Rader, Sr., his grandparents, Albert and Irene Rader. He is survived by his Aunt Dot (Dorothy Rader Kaveski (James) and cousins, Jeffrey R. Butler ( Michelle). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the ALS association Friends will be received Thursday February 19, 2015 from 11:00 a.m. until the time of service at 1:00 p.m. with Rev. John Mucha, officiating at Wilson Funeral Home, 920 National Road, Brookside, Ohio. Interment will follow at Belmont Memorial Park Cemetery, St. Clairsville. Offer online condolences at www.wilsonfuneralhomes.com