Rose Nader; Activist In Conn. Home Town

Rose Nader, 99, who jousted with politicians and complacency as a small-town activist and was the mother of consumer advocate Ralph Nader, died Jan. 20 at her home in Winsted, Conn. She had congestive heart failure.

Mrs. Nader developed a certain civic renown in 1955 when she confronted Sen. Prescott Bush (R-Conn.), the father and grandfather of presidents.

Rose Nader with her son, consumer advocate Ralph Nader. Environmental issues and community needs were among her causes. (The Washington Post)