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Tanya Rider Obituary
Tanya Jean Rider, 46, of Etters, passed away Saturday surrounded by her family.
She was born on January 11th, 1963 to the late Russell and Thelma (Hockenberry) Rider. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her brother, Gary Rider.
She is survived by her fiance, Galen H. Krone of Etters; her son, Joshua E. Shaver of Etters; daughter, Anissa R. Shaver of Middletown; two brothers, Randy J. Rider of Middletown, Kenneth N. Rider of Landisburg; sister Bertha A. Collins of Mechanicsburg; and three grandchildren, Morgan, Emilio, and Gissell.
Special thanks are given to her aunt, Anna Zerby of Etters and uncles, Ole and Cleveland Baker for making her final days peaceful.
She was a graduate of Bishop McDevitt High School. She liked to spend her time at home with her many pets.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, February 26th at 11 am at the Ronald C.L. Smith Funeral Home, 325 N. High Street, Duncannon. Rev. Michael J. Scalzi will be officiating. There will be and evening viewing Wednesday from 6 -8 pm at the funeral home. Burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery, Duncannon.
Memorial donation can be made to Hospice of the VNA, 3315 Derry Street, Harrisburg, 17111. Smith
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Tammy Marlow
February 27, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about your mom anissa but she will always be loved and never forgotten.
Mom n Pop Shaver
February 26, 2009
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
Betty Britton
February 26, 2009
God saw that she was suffering
And a cure was not to be
So he wrapped his arms around her
And whispered "Come with me"
We stood and watched with tearful eyes
As she slowly slipped away
Although we loved her dearly
We could not make her stay
A faithful heart stopped beating
Hard working hands to rest
God took her home to prove to us
He only takes the BEST!
Tanya was a wonderful person she will be missed by all of us who knew and loved her
Wes and Betty Britton
Basil Arena
February 26, 2009
To the family of Tanya, I am sorry for your loss. May God keep you in peace.
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jessica
February 25, 2009
you were like a mom to me. you have shown me to see things in a differnet view. you have always helped others , now its time for god to help you. you have touched my heart and i will miss you everyday. you have left me many good memories. you have made life a happy place for me and you have given me the greatest friend ever ,your daughter anissa. you are in a much better place and i hope that you are gettin the rest that is needed for you. i love you and i am gonna miss you alot love Jessica
ELLIE ZABRISKIE
February 25, 2009
TANYA I KNOW WE LOST TOUCH OVER THE YEAR BUT YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN YOU WILL BE MISSED REST IN PEACE
Sandy Swartz
February 25, 2009
There;s lots of things with which I;m blessed.Tho my life has been both Sunny and blue.This one's the best to have a friend like you.In times of trouble friends will say just ask I'll help you through it but you didn't wait for me to ask you just did it. And I can think of nothing in life that I could more wisely do than know a friend and be a friend and love a friend like you.Tanya I will always have you with me in my heart and we will be together again in Heaven
Tina Peters
February 24, 2009
Tanya, for so long you were the catapillar busy taking care of others' needs.
Now you are a beautiful butterfly set free by God's creed.
I see you spread your beautiful wings and fly away to Heavens' bright gleam and into the arms of our precious savior; Christ Jesus who made it possible for all men to be free.
Tanya, you loved so freely and gave of yourself so greatly. I enjoyed the times we spent together at family gatherings. I'll miss your precious smile and your wit and humor.
Love
Tina
ERIC & VALERIE SHAVER
February 24, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Kristine & Janice Reisinger
February 24, 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)
©Copyright 1998-2009
anissa shaver
February 23, 2009
i love u and i will miss you. u was a wonderful mother. i am glad that you are not suffering anymore and u will be greatly missed.
love always, emilio,gisselle,kenny,becca,ida and austin,and your loving daugther anissa
Tiffany Collins
February 23, 2009
Aunt Tanya, I love you and you meant the world to me. I will always keep you close to my heart.
Samantha Bathavic
February 23, 2009
Tanya,
I am so grateful that i got to meet you through work. You are a wonderful woman that I will never ever forget. You will always be in my heart. You were so generous and kind hearted. I looked up to you and respected you. You welcomed everyone with open arms, and were never judgmental. I know you are in a better place and not suffering. You put up a great fight. It's just sad to see you go at such a young age, you had so much life ahead of you. I love you Tanya and I'm going to miss you.
kesha servis
February 23, 2009
Tanya, me and kim looked up to you not only as our manager but as a second mom. I will never forget the nice things that you did for me and you will always have a special spot in my heart. in a way it's a good thing that you went because I hated to see you suffering. I hope that you will look down and shine on me. you are such a beautiful woman and i wish that you have found everything that you waited for up there
Mandy and Jason Collins
February 23, 2009
Aunt Tanya,
We will miss you. You were a wonderful person. We love you very much. Give Grandma and Pap a big hug from all of us. Thank you for all the wonderful memories. oxoxo Love ya, Tiffany, Jason Jr, Jaren, Jason Sr, and Mandy
Janice Reisinger
February 23, 2009
Such a dear friend you always will be to me, I will hold you in my heart forever. It don't matter about the past, to me you will always be my "Sister"
Rose Hockenberry Rhoads
February 23, 2009
Oh Honey - You are setting at the right hand of God now, and in paradise visiting with your Mother and Father. But on this earth you are truly, truly going to be missed, espically by me. I Thank God for the privilege having you in my life and of being your aunt. I love you very much.
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