| Obituary |
NAT RAIDER It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Nat Raider on Saturday, July 24, 2010, in his eightieth year, surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband and best friend of Beatrice Mager for fifty-seven years. Devoted father of Barbara (Mart Teplitsky), Cindy (Lawrence Woolman). Son of the late Annie and the late Harry Raider. Brother and brother-in-law of Rennie and Bernard Caplan, Alec and Sari Raider. Brother-in-law of Nat and Ruth Mager, Lillian and the late Joe Gorelik, Helen and the late Daniel Mager, the late Sam and the late Sadie Mager, the late Dave and the late Lily Mager. He will be sorrowfully missed by too numerous nieces, nephews, friends and colleagues to mention. Special thanks to Dr. David Melnychuk and the caring staff of 8NW at the Jewish General Hospital. A famous musician once wrote, "Music is your own special feelings, your thoughts, and your wisdom. If you don't live it, it won't come out of your horn". Nat Raider was such a man; one who performed all the many marvels of his amazing, joyous life for those who were so fortunate to be in his audience. Nat was an accomplished conductor, arranger, trumpet player and producer, and his was a vibrant, diverse, and successful career. His music, his generosity, and his engaging personality touched thousands in Montreal - and all over North America. Attending a society gala, a large corporate event, a wedding or a bar mitzvah often meant that you were entertained by The Nat Raider Orchestra. Well known and well respected as the Musical Director of the Montreal Forum, Nat accompanied, composed, and arranged for some of the most famous celebrity acts of our time. An active tennis player, avid golfer and, recently, a devoted bridge player, this was a man in tune with the love of being alive. Nat was in harmony with so many friends, family, and colleagues. He lived his life in the key of happiness. His song has ended... his beautiful music will play on forever. Funeral service from Paperman & Sons, 3888 Jean Talon St. W., on Wednesday, July 28 at 2:00 p.m. Burial at the North End Wilkomirer Cemetery, de la Savane. Shiva at his home, from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. daily. Contributions in his memory may be made to the "Nat Raider Memorial Fund" c/o the Jewish General Hospital Foundation, (514) 340-8251. |
