Bill Ryder

My brother, Lynn Bender, went to college with Bill and spoke in admiring tones of his friendship with Bill. My brother passed away a few years ago. I wish I had met Bill Ryder. Sincerely, Richard Bender

A true free spirit......larry g.

Great guy, greatly missed..

For ever with our Creator,a real free spirit..

Continually, so many different things remind me of Bill and bring a smile to my face. Eg.: The smell of coffee, the sound of waves, the sight of children playing, native plant restoration, a kayaker, a smiling South Pacific Islander, a tree that needs felling or trimming, Hawaiian music, a wheelbarrow, and being in the presence of any of a number of friends who were also blessed with Bill's being a part of their lives. Truly one of a kind, Bill lives on in our hearts and memories.

What a beautiful tribute to Bill. I met Bill in Moss Landing around a fire Pit in Tom and Kathryn's back Yard. I think we shared quite a few of those special times as I got to know Bill. He will be surely missed as we all looked forward his visits. I will toast him and miss him as when he was here he was part of the hood.I will miss his wit and friendship and love of all nature.

Bill, you will surely be missed by all of us in Bayshore. I Still to this day couldn't believe you had a phone, I don't think I will be able to ever remove your number from my contact list. So thankful to have been able to spend time with you and help you over the years with the old Volvo and keep it running, although age had certainly taken it's toll on the wire harness lately, I know you would have kept plugging away until she was running again. My family and I will miss you and the...