Frederick Alan Rater, Jr.

Frederick ‘Dusty” Alan Rater, Jr., passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, November 7, 2026.
He is survived by his loving wife, Michelle Rater (nee Horstkamp); children, Iris Rater and Cecilia Rater; father, Frederick A. Rater, Sr.; sister, Christina Romano (Nial); niece and nephew,Charli Romano and Nico Romano; mother and father-in-law, Lynn and Mark Horstkamp; sister-in-law, Karen Horstkamp; as well as many aunts, uncles and cousins. Dusty was preceded in death by his mother, Regina Rater; and his brother, Joshua Rater.

Dusty was born in Jamestown, New York and moved to Batesville, Indiana while in high school.He studied music in college and met his wife singing in the chamber choir at NKU. Dusty will be remembered for his devotion to his family, daughters and friends, and for his love of helping others. He was first and foremost a family man; his wife and daughters were always his first priority. He never missed a sporting event, piano recital, or the chance to attend a school field trip with one of his girls. He loved spending time outdoors and hiking with his family and dogs.Dusty loved to cook with his daughters and was not afraid to try out new recipes and techniques.If you knew Dusty, you also know his favorite hobby was playing disc golf. He loved combining his love of outdoors and spending time with his friends. Dusty was a hard worker and ready tolend a helping hand to anyone who needed it. Dusty’s Christian faith was very important to him.He participated in many church activities, including teaching religion classes to grade school students and providing music during church services.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at St. Joseph Catholic Church (Crescent Springs, KY) from 10:30 AM until the Mass of Christian Burial begins at 12 noon. Interment will immediately follow at Mother of God Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested to St. Joseph Church (2474 Lorraine Ct, Crescent Springs, KY 41017).