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Richard C. Rider

1921 - 2008

BORN

1921

DIED

2008

Richard Rider Obituary

Richard C. Rider, 86, of 196 Northgate Road, Lynch Station, and formerly of Wytheville, Virginia, passed away, Saturday, October 11, 2008, in Lynchburg General Hospital. He was the husband of the late Pauline Walters Rider. Born in Wythe County, December 29, 1921, he was a son of the late Isaac Franklin Rider and Bessie Harden Rider. He was a United States Army veteran of World War II in the medic unit. He was retired from Textron (American Screw Company) in Wytheville, Virginia. He was a member of Altavista Church of Christ. He is survived by one daughter, Pam Adams and her husband Gary of Lynch Station; a very special granddaughter, Angela, who was the love of his life; and a very dear friend, Beverly Doss. He was preceded in death by six brothers, Pete, Everett, Ribble, Charles, Eli, Marvin, and two sisters, Nannie Alderman, and Cleo Shelton. A funeral service will be conducted at 7:30 p.m., today, Monday evening, October 13, 2008. at the Altavista Church of Christ by Lory Brafford. The family will receive friends at the church, beginning at 6 p.m., until service time, and other times at the residence. A graveside service will be conducted at 2 p.m., Tuesday, October 14, 2008, in Evergreen Cemetery, Wytheville. Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory 427 Graves Mill Road, Lynchburg, Va., (434) 239-2405 is assisting his family. Memories and thoughts may be shared with the family at www.heritagefuneraland cremation.com.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Oct. 13, 2008.

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Mike Lefler

October 14, 2008

We and the world will miss Richard, as it was a blessing to have known him as I grew up in the community. He was a true gentleman that set the standard for many a person. I remember the last time we spoke and recall he was on the way to see his daughter and family, His voice and face were truly happier when he talked about it. Heaven now has another angel.

brenda eades

October 13, 2008

I will always remember my talks with your dad at the Bank. He was such a kind and sweet man. He truly loved you, Adams, and was so proud that you were his daughter. You were a wonderful daughter to him. He was always smiling and shaking his head at Angela's endless energy. It was her energy that often kept him going and left him with no dull moments. He loved Gary as a son and always looked forward to their "Grit Ruritan Breakfast". Adams, even though I'm not there with you now, you and your family have been in my thoughts and prayers all day. I know it was such a difficult day for you, but I also know how strong you are, too. You know you did everything you could possibly do for him. I will be back soon and will lend a helping hand. I will be ready to go with you back to Wytheville whenever you are ready. I love you Eades

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