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Peter Ryker Obituary

Ryker Peter J. February 2, 1938 - July 2, 2025 Age 87 years, of Philadelphia, PA passed away Wednesday, July 2nd, 2025. Born February 2nd, 1938 in Baton Rouge, LA, he was the son of TC and Anne Ryker. Peter obtained his degree at The Wharton School and has been a resident of Philadelphia since that time. He was a significant contributor to the community and a long-term member of The Church of the Holy Trinity, involved in outreach programs over many years. He is survived by his nieces, Laura Mulderig and Elizabeth Peppe and their children. A funeral will be held at The Church of the Holy Trinity Rittenhouse Square on July 21st at 1 P.M. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorials to The Church of the Holy Trinity, 1904 Walnut Street, Phila., PA 19103.

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Published by The Philadelphia Inquirer on Jul. 20, 2025.

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Sally Griffith

July 19, 2025

Peter was such a constant and invigorating presence at The Church of the Holy Trinity that it is hard to imagine it without him. He did so much for the Outreach program over many years, but also was always a friendly welcoming face nearly every Sunday morning. He will be deeply missed.

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