Michael Don Raider

Michael Don Raider, age 63, of Irvine, Kentucky, departed this life on Friday, August 23, 2024, unexpectedly in Savannah, Georgia.

Michael was born on July 28, 1961, in Irvine, Kentucky, to the late Joe and Pocahontas Canter Raider. He is also preceded in death by three brothers, Marion Raider, David Rader and Kenneth (Kenny) Raider; and one sister, Virginia Evelyn Raider.

Survivors include his loving wife of 40 years, Theresa Raider. Michael's children include his son Philip Michael Raider with his wife Amberly Raider, and his daughter Whitney Knox with her husband T.J. Knox. Michael had two granddaughters, Eleanor Harper Knox and Ava Laurel Raider. Michael had two surviving brothers, Richard (Charlotte) Raider and Ronald (Marilyn) Raider, and two sisters, Linda (Jim) Reynolds and Brenda (Fred) Marrs. Michael was also blessed with numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives and friends to miss him and mourn his passing.

Funeral services for Michael Don Raider will be conducted on Thursday, August 29, 2024, at 2:00 P.M., at the South Irvine Baptist Church. Michael's pastor, Brother Donnie Burford, will be officiating the ceremony. Interment will follow in the Oakdale Cemetery. The family will receive friends 3 hours prior to the services from 11:00 A.M. until the funeral time of 2:00 P.M.

Serving as pallbearers will be Philip Raider, T.J. Knox, Philip Hardy, Ronnie Hardy, Matthew Hardy, Ryan Raider, Trae Comley, and Timothy Raider. Honorary pallbearers will be Fred Marrs, Rick Raider, Aaron Raider, Brenton Raider, Adam Hardy, Brandon Rader, and Matthew Marrs.

He was a loving father and husband, a dedicated provider, and incredibly generous in showing love to those around him. To have known Michael is to love him, and a true blessing indeed. May he always be remembered for his kindness, giving heart, and unforgettable smile.

Lewis Home for Funerals is honored to serve the family of Michael Don Raider.