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for Brian RIDER
Bob & Diane Ritter
November 13, 2009
Brian will never truly be gone, because he has touched so many people and brought laughter to all of us that knew him. Keep the memories close to your heart and he will never be far away. Remember we are here for all of you.
Brian and his goddaughter on her christening
November 13, 2009
can you say cheese
November 13, 2009
trying on his nephew's sweater vest
November 13, 2009
November 13, 2009
1999
November 13, 2009
Brian waiting with me for Savannah's bus on her first day of school
November 13, 2009
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G-Q
November 13, 2009
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November 13, 2009
Brian walking across the stage at graduation
November 13, 2009
Sheila
November 10, 2009
Velma, Steve, Rachael, Aaron and Joe ~ my heart aches for you and the loss of Brian. I have years of memories of seeing Brian grow from a cute little kid to a kind young man. The fondest memory I have is of one Easter. The night before, I was helping you fill Easter eggs to hide around the house for the kids to find the next morning. Little did we know Brian got out of bed and came down stairs to get some water.... and caught us. We told Brian that we found the eggs already laying around and we were checking them to make sure the Easter Bunny didn't try anything funny! (sorry, Brian, I think after that night you knew that, yes, there indeed was NO Easter Bunny!)
Please remember all the wonderful memories you have of Brian...they will help you through this difficult time. He will always be in your mind and heart.
Kim Bishop and family
November 8, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Best Friend
November 8, 2009
Diane (Rider) Costanzo
November 6, 2009
Dear Steve, Velma, Aaron and Joey..please know every night I pray for each of you, and am thankful that you have such a close, strong and loving family to help each other through. Our family will never forget Brian and his sweet, sweet personality.
Daniel VanRiper
November 5, 2009
My family is truly sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
Zack and Abby,, Two of Brian's closest friends
November 5, 2009
Joseph Rider
November 5, 2009
This is to my little bro
I am so sorry you had to go
I never got to say goodbye
A message to god I ask you why
Though you only lived for a while
With every person you met there was a smile
There is no better friend I have had
Then the one given to me by my mom and dad
I just want to open that door
Walk upstairs and see you once more
Life would be easier with you by my side
If you hear me brother you don’t have to hide
If I only foresaw the end of that day
I would have said what I needed to say
Brother I just wanted you to stay
But god wouldn’t let you live that way
I can’t say how much I miss you bro
No one can ever tell me so
You are gone for now but not forever
Sooner or later we will be together
Kathleen Savage
November 5, 2009
Brian was one of the most hilarious people I knew, every time i saw him he had some terrific story to tell. he will be missed an unfathomable amount by all of his family and friends but I know that he knows how many people loved him. I will always remember him and he will always remain in all of our hearts.
Rachael Coots
November 4, 2009
You're still here in my heart and mind,
still making me laugh cause your stories live on.
I hold you in a thought and I can feel you.
I feel you and this gives me strength and courage.
The tears I have cried for you could flood the earth
and I know you have wiped each one away.
For you Brother, I promise you this,
I will go on with my life and make you proud. I will always hold you in my heart.
I promise you I will be missing you everyday till the end of time,
but this is not my end and I can't hold my head underwater....I need to breathe.
I need to love and miss you, but I also need to live because through me you will live,
you will still laugh and love,
you will still sing and dance,
you will still hug and kiss.
You will forever be in our lives,
you will forever be a brother,
a son,
an uncle
and friend.
I am going to miss your shining face
I think of you and wonder why?
I might cry or smile,
but at the end of the day I am one day closer to you....
Don & Amy King
November 4, 2009
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. Know that we love you and think of you every day. Let us know if you need anything.
Unable are the loved to die. For love is immortality. ~Emily Dickinson
Margaret Zak
November 4, 2009
I was sad to learn of Brian's passing this week. I had the great fortune of meeting Brian his freshman year at Kenmore West and keeping in touch with him by being his consultant physical therapist through his high school years. He always had a big smile and was happy to give me a few minutes of his free time at school to answer all my questions or voice any concerns(which he never had any for me!)My thoughts and prayers go out to Brian's family----
November 3, 2009
So sorry for your lose, we will miss Brian's smile. Our prayers are with
you. I think of you often..Karen&Dave Rider..
November 3, 2009
Brian means so many things to all of us and he will be missed tremendously. We are so lucky to have Brian in our family, not only as a nephew or cousin, but also as a friend. We will forever remember the fishing trips, darien lake weekends and all the family gatherings that we spent with Brian. He left us with so many memories. Memories we will always cherish and hold close to our hearts.
May there be comfort in knowing that Brian is so special and will never be forgotten.
Always remember how much you are loved and cared about.
Hold tight to all the wonderful memories.
Lean on your family and friends for strength.
And always know that we will always and forever be here for you
We love you
Love,
Stan & Dawn
Annie, Mike, Paul & Derek
Paul, Melissa, Alex & Tyler
Stan, Sharon, Shawny & Trevor
Shirley Evans
November 3, 2009
Brian, our young "Danny DiVito", you are saldy missed by family and friends, but I have some funny memories of you and will cherish them always. Love, Aunt Shirley
Audrey Peterson
November 3, 2009
Brian was one of my closest and best friends. I loved him with my whole heart and he could always cheer me up. Not a day will go by where i don't think of him or the Rider family.
I love you Brian.
Frank, Janice & Frankie Rider
November 2, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers have always been, and will always be with you. We will all miss Brian immensly. Just remember that he always made all around him smile. That was his way.
Jeannine Zych
November 2, 2009
To my friends the Riders of many years ..we may be far away but not a day do I think of your family. I am so sorry for your loss and our prayers are with you
Graduation
November 2, 2009
three musketeers?
November 2, 2009
Chuck Safy
November 1, 2009
Brian was one of my best friends and he will be truley missed. All thoughts and prayers to the Rider family.
Joni Gravitt
November 1, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We love ya'll.
Gordon Green
November 1, 2009
My heart and thoughts will be with you always. Love, Dad
November 1, 2009
My prayers are with the Rider Family.
Bonnie Bradley Dattoli
Lindsay McCall
November 1, 2009
Brian has been my best friend since 1st grade. He was an awesome person and always made me smile. He could lighten up any bad situation, and make everyone laugh. He is going to be truly missed and will never be forgotten. Mr. Rider, Mrs. Rider, Rachael, Aaron, and Joey, I love you guys so much, and know I think about you and pray for you everyday.
Terri Rilling
November 1, 2009
I regret to say that I did not get to know Brian as a young adult..but my memories of him as a child, he always made us laugh. Those eyes and smile would touch the hearts of all..knowing our Heavenly Father has a sence of humor, He is laughing with Brian now. Be comforted knowing he is in the arms of the Lord. Love you guys so much!
Graduation
October 31, 2009
Mysterious side--
October 31, 2009
Best Friends
October 31, 2009
Tinsal Ball
October 31, 2009
Cool Dude....
October 31, 2009
Oh my breaking back!!! LOL
October 31, 2009
Savannah and Brian... having fun opening gifts.
October 31, 2009
Christmas 2008
October 31, 2009
Only a godfather would do this!!
October 31, 2009
Shauna Brennan
October 29, 2009
Brian was a great friend to me and everyone he met. I have known Brian since my freshman year of high school and I practically lived at his house my sophomore year. He will always be remembered and will always be in my heart. The Rider family is always in my prayers
Velma Rider
October 26, 2009
If anyone would like to make a donation, you can send them to this address.
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Network C.A.R.E.S., Inc.
P.O. Box 66
Muskego, WI 53150
Thank you.
October 24, 2009
Sarah Ritchie
October 21, 2009
I am sorry for your loss. Even though I did not know Brian, anyone whole deals with EDS alongside of me and so many others, is family. my prayers are with you.
Kristine Hanson
October 21, 2009
I'm so sorry to hear of Brian's passing. His family and friends are in my prayers. My sincerest sympathy to you during this difficult time.(EDS)
Amy Eannuzzo
October 20, 2009
Many thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. I hope you will find healing in the many memories he surely left behind.
God Bless,
Amy Eannuzzo (diagnosed with VEDS 2 yrs ago)
Anita Burdzel (VEDS)
October 20, 2009
We are very sorry to hear of Brian's passing and our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Renee Hutchings
October 20, 2009
We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Hutchings Family Oxford, Fl
October 20, 2009
My deepest condolences to Brian's family and friends. Sincere and heartfelt prayers go out to you. May your sweet Brian rest in peace.
~nancy mahoney (a mom who lost her son to VEDS earlier this year).
October 19, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Your EDS family are here for you if and when you are ready to reach out.
Susan Ginley
Hamburg, NY 14075
Valrena Bolus
October 18, 2009
Dear Velma and Family
Although we never knew Brian he must of been a wonderful boy. All the beautiful memories people have put here about him. We can not imagine your feelings at this time but, know we are here if you need us.
God bless you all.
Paul and Valrena
Cathy Bowen
October 17, 2009
Dear Rider Family,
My heart aches for all of you, sadly I know your anguish. I'm so very sorry you have my deepest, heartfelt sympathy.
They that "LOVE" beyond the world cannot be separated by it. "DEATH" cannot "KILL" what "NEVER" dies... ~William Penn~
Lynn Sanders
October 16, 2009
Brian's family called me today. Brian's family would like the donations to go to
Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome(EDS) Network CARES Foundation in "Memory" of Brian.
PO Box 66
Muskego, WI 53150
If you have any questions, please call Lynn Sanders(Founder/President)at(262)514-2851
All the money that you donate goes to our EDS Network CARES Research Fund. Our foundation does not have paid staff, just hard working volunteers that are very serious about finding a cure for all the people who suffer & die from EDS. Our research will be taking place at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Hal Dietz and his team of doctors will be working on the EDS research project. We are very proud to be able to help fund part of this very important research for EDS.
If you would like to learn more about our EDS Network CARES Foundation, go to our website at www.ehlersdanlosnetwork.org
We truly appreciate your help on meeting our research goal In "Memory" of Brian and all the other people who suffer & die from EDS.
Best Regards,
The Board of Director's from EDS Network CARES Foundation
Lynn Sanders
October 16, 2009
On behalf of the Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome(EDS) Network CARES Foundation, accept our deepest sympathies. We are very sad to hear about your son's passing.
Our thoughts & prayers are with you during this very difficult time.
From the EDS Network CARES Foundation
Board of Directors, Lynn Sanders (President),Cathy Bowen, Renee Hutchings, Peggy Snuggs & Michele Hegler
Shannon Rider
October 16, 2009
God bless the Rider Family, your in our thoughts and prayers, i know he's being taken care of. he's in god's hand, he'll be there when our time is up. Love you lots!
heather gaskill
October 16, 2009
velma and family I am so sorry to hear of your loss you are in our thoughts and prayers.I am always here for you if you need to talk.
Valerie Geraci
October 16, 2009
Brian was friends with my daughter, Jessica. He always had a smile and a twinkle in his eye. He is gone far too soon. My thoughts are with you.
Patrick Ruffino, Dep. Commissioner Erie County Health Department Youth Services
October 16, 2009
To the Rider family, my sincere thoughts and prayers are with you and Brian at this most difficult time. I had the opportunity to work with Brian at Manzella's Restaurant. I had a nickname for him "workhourse", that's because he was so dedicated to what he had to get done. At the time, he was just a kid, but he communicated with the staff and clients as if he were an adult. He would ask the most sensible questions, would pop out every once in a while to check out the score of a game, and always had something whitty to say. I have worked with a lot of kids, a few stand out more than others. I try to find the good even in the worst of behaviors. In Brian, that came easy. He was not only a good kid, he was great kid. The way he carried himself, and the impression he left on people will stay with me forever. God bless you Brian and all your family, and thanks for the times we had together, I learned a lot from you buddy.
The Kinal Family
October 16, 2009
Comfort for your sorrow,
courage for each day,
Strength to face this journey,
His Word to light your way,
His peace to fill your heart,
although you may not understand,
And his love to hold you gently
in the hollow of His hand.
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
The Fabrizi's
October 16, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers go to the Rider family. I went to school with Brian from elementary all the way to high school and he always had some way to make everyone laugh. My dad taught Brian in religion, and never had a bad thing to say about him. We love you Brian, and you will be greatly missed.
The Rowell Family
October 16, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with Brian's family and friends during their time of sorrow. RIP Brian
R Goetz
October 15, 2009
My thought and prayers are with Brians family and friends. I knew of Brian and used to see him daily at Hoover Middle. Never without a smile. Brian must have been a special part in Gods plan, for him to be called so early.
May God bless the family in thier time of need.
RIP Brian.
Kelly McLeod & Family
October 15, 2009
I was so shocked to hear about Brian. My daughter and Brian were in the same Kindergarten class together and I remember him fondly. I can recall the two of the sneaking off to Brians house on a half day to have lunch together. I remember Brian telling me they just wanted to have Spaghettio's together. He will be greatly missed. You are in my thoughts and prayers
THE FINN FAMILY
October 15, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mike Petrino
October 15, 2009
My deepest sympathies for your loss and may you always remember the good times and good memories of Brian.
Kathy Seel
October 15, 2009
To Velma, Steve, Rachael, Aaron and Joe, Your brother was a beautiful spirit filled with smiles, mischief, respect, love and an enthusiasm for life. On behalf of the Seel family we send our Love and Prayers. We have always and will always appreciate how welcoming and warm your family has been to us, especially Brian. All our deepest of sympathies - The Seel Family (I cannot imagine your pain)
Zachary Bosinski
October 15, 2009
To live in hearts we leave behind
Is not to die.
~Thomas Campbell, "Hallowed Ground"
My condolences and prayers go out to the Rider family. remember, to pass on does not mean forever. just for now.
-Zach Bosinski
karen slocum
October 15, 2009
As one of the lunch ladies at ken-west I was lucky to see brian everyday and I enjoyed chit chatting with him while he was in line.He was very sweet and we'll be very missed.My thoughts and prayers are with you,with the deepest sympathy.
The Arnold Family
October 15, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. Brian's laughter and love will be missed by many people.
October 15, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Rider family in this sad time.
Kay and Jerry Hertel
Passman
October 15, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
The Passman Family
Stephanie, Jared and Jonathan
Catherine
October 15, 2009
May the road rise up to meet you.
May the wind always be at your back.
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
and rains fall soft upon your fields.
And until we meet again,
May God hold you in the palm of His hand.
Mindy Hedges
October 15, 2009
Our thoughts are with you all during this sad time. We will keep you in our prayers.
Mindy, Reese and Bethany Hedges
Jessica Lamm
October 15, 2009
I had the pleasure of working with Brian at John's. He was always able to put a smile on my face and make everyone laugh. He was a wonderful person and friend. He has an infectious laugh and a great sense of humor. I was lucky enough for him to ask me to prom. Brian was a wonderful person and will be missed dearly. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Jennifer Walker-Murphy
October 15, 2009
Brian was a sibling to my dearest friend Aaron. I met Brian on many occasions. He was a sweet boy. Always happy with a smile. He was a good friend to alot of people. I pray for his family. I don't know what it is like to loose a sibling but I will be the best friend to Aaron and his family to help them get through this hard time. I pray for your family!
Mrs. Van Dewater
October 15, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. As a former teacher of Brian's, I am deeply saddened to lose such a wonderful human being. Brian was a fantastic young man who was always courteous, respectful, and humorous, and made everyone's days brighter. He will truly be missed.
Friend
October 15, 2009
My heart and prayers are with you and yours in this hard time. Brian was one of the sweetest people I have ever know.
Patricia Mellon
October 15, 2009
I had Brian at Kenmore West Sr. H.S. Brian was well liked and was respectful to our faculty. I enjoyed having him in our Business classes. He had a wonderful sense of humor and generous spirit. Our deepest sympathy.
A Mom
October 15, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
God Bless you in the days to come.
Scott & Micki Ranney
October 15, 2009
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.....
Tom Schafer
October 15, 2009
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
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