India is the daughter of the late LeRoy and Bennie Rader, the founders of Rader Funeral Home. Kilgore has been India’s home her entire life with the exception of her college years.  

After the death of her son, Mark, and husband, Vernon Mitchell, she became active as the management of the funeral home.  She and her son J Mitchell continued the family tradition, joining together to lead Rader until J’s passing in January 2024.  

India is truly the matriarch of the family and the business, guiding all to compassionate service in the manner established by her father.

Britt Parker Mitchell is the son of Penni Parker Mitchell and the late J Mitchell and the grandson of India Rader Stroope.  

Britt grew up in Kilgore, alongside his brother and sister, and although each of them relocated after college, they still call Kilgore home.  

Britt and his wife, Megan, live in the Houston area and are the parents of a daughter and a son. They all enjoy spending time at Lake Cherokee, where they have been completing a remodel of the long-time family lake house.

Chris has been a licensed funeral director with Rader Funeral Home for many years. The son of the late C.L. Norris and Ruby Whiteside, he was born in Marshall, Texas, and grew up in Kilgore. 

After graduating from Kilgore High School and Kilgore College, Chris attended and graduated from the Dallas Institute of Funeral Service. 

He is past President of the East Texas Funeral Directors Association and past Board Member of the Texas Funeral Directors Association. Chris enjoys spending time with family and friends, hunting, fishing, boating, and ATV trail riding .

Chris has been a member of our staff since August 2007. He was born in Denton, Texas, and grew up in Jacksboro, Texas. 

He is a graduate of Kilgore College and Dallas Institute of Funeral Service, where he received his Funeral Director and Embalmer License. 

Chris married Monica Burkett Hachtel of Kilgore in 2005. They have two children, Jacob and Maddox. He and his family attend Christ the King Catholic Church. He enjoys cooking, hunting, the outdoors, and spending time with family.

With 10 years of experience in mortuary arts and sciences, I consider serving families as a funeral director and embalmer a true privilege. Walking alongside people during one of life’s most difficult moments is something I do not take lightly. My goal is always to provide compassionate guidance, steady support, and thoughtful care every step of the way.

I believe every life tells a unique story and enjoy helping families find meaningful and personal ways to celebrate and honor their loved one. Whether that means incorporating special traditions, favorite memories, or creative touches, I am dedicated to creating services that truly reflect the individual being remembered.

As an embalmer, I take great pride in the restorative art and attention to detail that allows families to see their loved one peacefully and at their absolute best. For me, this work is both a responsibility and a calling — one rooted in respect, dignity, and heartfelt care.

Kyle Barton returned to Rader Funeral Home in 2024, bringing a deep commitment to serving families with compassion and professionalism.

Born in Dallas, Kyle graduated from South Garland High School before attending Stephen F. Austin State University. He later completed his professional training at the Dallas Institute of Funeral Service and has been a licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer since 1999.

Kyle has been married to Stacey Dawn Bigler Barton since 1997. Stacey works with Service Insurance Group in Henderson, and together they have raised two daughters. Their eldest, Bailee Nicole, recently completed her law degree at Texas Tech School of Law and has accepted a position with the Tarrant County District Attorney’s Office. Their younger daughter, Carter Grace, is currently a freshman at the University of Arkansas, where she is studying psychology.

Outside of his professional life, Kyle enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing golf, and relaxing on the front porch with his dogs.

Casey Harris brings years of accounting experience to Rader Funeral Home. A lifelong East Texan, she was born and raised in Kilgore, Texas, the daughter of Gary and Josie Atchley.

After graduating from Kilgore High School and attending Kilgore College, Casey began her career in the oil and gas industry, where she developed a strong background in accounting and financial operations.

Casey believes deeply in God, family, and giving back to those in need. She is the proud mother of two children, McCabe and Hudson. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, fishing, hunting, and spending quality time with her family.