Raymond "Joe" Raderstorf

August 17, 1949 - March 31, 2014

KNOX-Raymond J. "Joe" Raderstorf, 64, passed away Monday, March 31, 2014 at his home. Mr. Raderstorf was born August 17, 1949 in Knox, IN to Raymond "Windy" and Ellen (Stark) Raderstorf and lived in the area all of his life. He was a former employee of the Starke County Highway Department, a veteran of the U.S. Army Reserve and a member of the Knox Moose Lodge #807 and the Hamlet American Legion. On October 19, 1985 in Knox, IN, he was married to Rose Cole. Survivors include his wife, Rose; two daughters, Ellen Hales of Kingston, GA and Tammy Jo Cook of Carrollton, GA; one brothers, Tom Raderstorf of Knox; three grandchildren, D.J., David, and Christopher; and one nephew, Brian Raderstorf. He was preceded in death by his parents. A memorial service will be held Saturday, APRIL 12TH, 2014 at 1:00 p.m. CT at Eagle Creek Church, Knox where a gathering with the family will be held one hour prior to the service. Cremation has taken place. Memorial Contributions may be given to the Center for Hospice, Marshall County or The Power of the Past. Rannells Funeral Home, Hamlet Chapel is handling arrangements.