Richard Ryder

Richard Ryder

1941-2021

Sigourney- Richard Wesley Ryder, 79, of Sigourney and formerly of Ollie, passed away Nov. 1, 2021, at the University of Iowa Hospital in Iowa City. He was born Dec. 31, 1941, in Iowa City, the son of Lloyd and Dorothy Lothridge Ryder. He lived in the Ollie, Hedrick, Sigourney area all his life. He was united in marriage to Diana Davis. To this union a son was born Wesley Dale Ryder. Richard and Diana later divorced. Richard drove truck for many companies in the area including Ben Young Trucking in Richland, Haupert Livestock in Fairfield, and Kaiser Rock Quarry in Ollie. He also worked for his good friend C.D. Huffman at the farm and the sale barn. Throughout his life he was “given” several nicknames, all of which he answered to with a smile they are: Jum, Jumbo, Tiny, Dick, and then Richard. He loved visiting with people and never knew a stranger. He enjoyed the freedom his electric scooter granted him. There is a good chance you saw him scooting around town enjoying the fresh air and scenery. He always had time to stop and visit with people that were out and about. He truly loved the small communities he lived in throughout his life. He cherished the relationships that had with the people in those communities. He lived in several apartments throughout the years until entering Sigourney Care Center due to failing health.

He is survived by his son, Wesley (Michelle) Ryder of Ottumwa; three grandchildren, Kelsy Ryder, Benjamin (Cassie) Ryder, and Gage Ryder; a great granddaughter, Emma; his brother, James Ryder; and his close friends, CD and Carol Huffman.

He was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, Donald Ryder.

A graveside memorial service was held Friday, Nov. 5, 2021, at 11 a.m. in the Ollie Cemetery at Ollie. As was Richard’s wish his body has been cremated. The Fremont Funeral Chapel is in charge of the arrangements. Memorials may be made to the Ollie Cemetery. 

 

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