Cassie Doris Rider

Cassie "Doris" Rider, of Oklahoma City, wrapped up her remarkable 90-year journey on February 15, 2025. Born on November 15, 1934, in Hector, Arkansas. She was the daughter of the late Richard Franklin Voss and Eva Arleta (Linton). One of nine siblings, Doris grew up in Hector and proudly graduated from Hector High School in 1952.
Doris was especially proud of being a twin-she never missed an opportunity to let people know about her twin brother. She was a devoted member of Exchange Avenue Baptist Church, where she taught Sunday School and helped in the nursery. After spending two years at Mac's Tag Agency, she worked for ten years as a teacher's attendance administrator for Oklahoma City Public Schools before retiring in 1992.
She was an enthusiastic OKC Thunder fan and a master of both jigsaw and crossword puzzles. Doris had a knack for adventure-she loved traveling on bus tours across the country, hopping on local mystery tours, and even soaring in a hot air balloon. She visited Israel and took many trips with her favorite travel buddy, Betty Agnew. Her church bestie, Mary Baird, was also a cherished part of her life. But perhaps her greatest travel tradition was with her five sisters, who made it their mission to take a trip together almost every other year. Their signature move? Buying matching T-shirts and wearing them everywhere-because nothing says "sister squad" like coordinated outfits in a sea of tourists. If there was a photo op, you'd better believe they were front and center, proudly twinning (or rather, sextupling) in style.
When her boys were young, the family loved spending time at Draper Lake. Doris enjoyed fishing-as long as someone else handled the bait and the fish! She was a Black Friday shopping pro, a dedicated fairgoer, and a loyal Jeopardy! fan. Her go-to meal? A beef burrito from El Chico. Her guilty pleasures? Cheetos and Caffeine-Free Diet Coke, which she enjoyed very regularly. She also had an undeniable sweet tooth-Pop-Tarts, candy of all kinds if it was sugary, she was in.
She had a habit of constantly humming songs and was known to her grandkids as "Mema" and "Granny." One of her favorite phrases was, "What da 'ya know, Joe?" and whenever a grandkid was leaving, there was always a little contest-"You know what?" they'd ask, and she'd always reply, "I love you."
Doris was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. She leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, and cherished memories.
She is survived by her son, Scott Rider and his wife, Lori, of Oklahoma City; five grandchildren-Taylor Rider & wife, Hailey, of Blanchard; Kaitlyn Gunter & husband, Levi, of Oklahoma City; Jillian Gray & husband, Justin, of Oklahoma City; Casandra Rider of Tuttle; and Kailey Rider of Newcastle. She also leaves behind eight great-grandchildren-Brax, Lawson, Hayes, Blakely, Heidi, Adeline, Thatcher, and Toran. Doris is also survived by her brother, Clarence Voss of Longview, Texas; her sister, Judy Bostic of Locust Grove, Oklahoma; and a large, loving group of nieces, nephews, extended family, and dear friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Eva Voss; her beloved husband, Leroy Rider; her son, Tracy Rider; two brothers; and five sisters. While she is no longer with us, her memory lives on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, February 23, 2025, from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at John M. Ireland Funeral Home & Chapel in Moore, Oklahoma, with family receiving guests from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A celebration of Doris's life will take place at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, February 24, 2025, at Exchange Avenue Baptist Church in Oklahoma City. She will be laid to rest in a private ceremony at Resthaven Memory Gardens. Services are under the direction of John M. Ireland Funeral Home & Chapel.
Doris lived life with humor, kindness, and a little bit of sass. She was deeply loved and will be missed-but if you ever hear someone humming a tune or debating a Jeopardy! question, just know she's still with us in spirit.
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