Glenn Nelson Strader, 77, of Wolf Point passed away at his home on Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024. He was born to Alfred and Hazel (Catlin) Strader at his Aunt Helen Mitchell’s house in Frankfort, KS, on Oct. 30, 1946. Glenn accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior at age 14. His first job was with Strader Drilling Company for $3 an hour.
After graduating from Sabetha High School in 1964, Glenn attended Calvary Bible College in Kansas City, MO, and Grace Bible Institute in Omaha, NE. He met his wife, Maxine Toavs, at college and told other students they were already dating before they actually were. Maxine recognized his voice on the phone as someone from her speech class! They were married in Wolf Point, Montana, on Aug. 20, 1966.
In 1967, Glenn received his “License to Preach” from his American Baptist Church in Sabetha, Kansas, and was ordained into the ministry at his first church, the Bancroft Community Church, at Goff, Kansas. Their daughter Helen was born during this time. Glenn later served churches in Stella, NE and Shubert, NE. Two sons, Rodney and Gerald were also born during this time.
In 1979, Glenn was self-employed with Strader Construction. The family moved to Wolf Point, Montana, Maxine’s hometown. There he worked at Citizen’s Bank and United Grain Corporation as a bookkeeper. In 1986, Glenn and Maxine went back to college and obtained their teacher’s licenses in Minot, North Dakota. Glenn graduated with a BSE in business and psychology and then taught business, computer, and yearbook classes at the Jr/Sr High School at Wolf Point. Maxine received a BSE degree with a Masters in Special Education and also taught in Wolf Point schools.
Glenn retired after 16 years of teaching in the 2011-12 school year. While semi-retired, he could be seen working at the Agland Hardware Store and Dollar Store in Wolf Point. Currently Glenn was working as a bookkeeper for the Fort Peck Water Users on the Missouri River.
For fun, Glenn enjoyed riding his ATV in the country and playing dominoes with family. He was always quick to tell jokes and liked playing practical jokes on family and friends. He gifted Bibles to others and prayed for all.
Glenn was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred and Hazel Strader, and his brothers, Leroy and Ronald Strader of Kansas and grandson Benjamin Welte. He is survived by his wife of Wolf Point, Maxine Strader, children: Helen Welte, Rodney (Jodi) Strader, and Gerald Strader, 9 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.
Viewing and visitation will be held on Oct. 4 at Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel from 5-7 pm. A morning funeral service will follow on Sat. Oct. 5, at 10 am, at Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel with a graveside service at Greenwood Cemetery. A luncheon will be held afterwards at the Presbyterian Church. Memorials in memory of Glenn may be completed online at gideons.org/donate
Service Schedule
Viewing
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Friday October 4, 2024
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Funeral Service
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 am
Saturday October 5, 2024
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Service Schedule
Viewing
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Friday October 4, 2024
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
Funeral Service
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 am
Saturday October 5, 2024
Clayton Stevenson Memorial Chapel
102 Custer Street
Wolf Point, Montana 59201
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Bob Latina says
Dear Maxine, and family,
It is with a heavy heart and sincere sympathy I write this to you. Even though I know Glenn is basking in the glow of our savior, I also know your hearts are broken.
I know it will take time, but your sorrow will turn to joy!
John Plestina says
Maxine, I want to express my sincere condolences to you and your family. I was shocked and saddened when I heard the unfortunate news while working at the high school a few hours after Glenn passed. He will be missed my many people.
Bonnie Reddig says
Dear Maxine , Helen, Rodney and Jerald
We are sad to hear of Glenn’s passing, but rejoice in the fact that “Gone from the body, present with the Lord!” Marlin and I willl keep you in prayers for wisdom over the next few days and courage to go on.
God is Love,
Trevor anderson says
Through the last few decades Uncle Glenn always managed get to make my visits to Wolf Point just a little more memorable than they already would have been. I sure love you guys.
-Trevor Anderson
Eldon & Lucy Redekopp says
Our sincere condolences to the family.
JG says
So sorry for your loss! So much to say but can’t. Stupid Covid negligent people. I’m sorry so many people don’t believe in science and endangered others lives.
Ann Guldborg says
Prayers to you and your family Maxine. You are in my thoughts.