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Sabrina Ryder Obituary
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RYDER, Sabrina R. 30, of Springfield died Tuesday, December 09, 2008 in University Hospital, Columbus. She was born April 16, 1978 in Springfield the daughter of Jim and Phyllis J. (Oty) Ryder, Jr. Sabrina was a 1996 graduate of Shawnee High School, a member of Grace Missionary Baptist Church and an eighteen year heart transplant survivor. She is survived by her parents; her husband Dusty R. Hayden; son D.J. Hayden; brother Jimmy (Vanessa) Ryder; special niece Makayla R. Ryder; nephew Baylor J. Ryder; father and mother-in-law Larry E. and Vikki A. Hayden; two brothers-in-law Toby (Jennifer) Hayden and nephews Jack and Charlie, all of Springfield, and Casey Hayden of Columbus, Ohio; special friends Ashley, Kristie, Lea, Brenda, Amy and Bryan. She was preceded in death by her grandparents Sam and Erma Oty, Jim and Betty Ryder; half brother Jackie Whaley and uncles Paul Strader and Sammy Oty. The family will receive visitors Friday from 2-4 and 5-7 PM. in the Grace Missionary Baptist Church. Funeral services will be held in the church Friday at 7:00 PM. with Pastor Orbie Estep officiating. The family is being served by RICHARDS, RAFF & DUNBAR MEMORIAL HOME. Expressions of sympathy may be sent to www.richardsraffanddunbar.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Sabrina Ryder
Brad Benne
December 17, 2008
Dusty and Family,
I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you, DJ and your families. May tomorrow provide you the strength and support to help you find peace and happiness in the future!
With Deep Sympathies,
Brad Benne
Lori Blanton
December 13, 2008
Jimmy- I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your sister. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Angie Bragg
December 13, 2008
Sabrina was such a genuine person and touched the hearts of everyone who knew her. It has been a rough year for a lot of families who have lost their loved ones, but we need to remember that all the Angels that we lost are now up in heaven TOGETHER!! May God bless her Family and esp. her Son. She will be missed!
gina saunders-hatfield
December 12, 2008
sabrina,
i will never forget making you a big "get well" card, in like the 5th grade! i was so scared for you, for my friend! the strongest person that i have ever met. you were an angel then and you are an angel now. i will never forget you, and i know now that you are safe in gods arms. it has been a long journey for you, and for the ones who love you. rest in peace my dear friend!
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karla mcginnis
December 12, 2008
i am so sorry to hear about sabrina. she will be deeply missed in all of my family's hearts. i will remember all of the good times me, garrett and brandon shared with her. that girl was a walking talking miracle. please, feel free to call me and my mom debbie or my aunt shelly any time you feel like it. our number is 937-652-4553 and my aunt shelly's is 937-484-4767. again, sorry for your loss.
Bob Krueger
December 12, 2008
Dear Jim And Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss! Words can't begin to adequately express our sympathy, but hopefully you know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bob Krueger
Jeff and Angie Moore
December 11, 2008
Jim, Phyllis, and Jimmy We are so sorry to hear about your family's loss. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. If there is anything we can do, please let us know. Your neighbors, Jeff & Angela Moore & family
Kristy Aliff-Wiles
December 11, 2008
I am so deeply sorry for your loss Sabrina was a wonderful person!! My thought and prayers are with your family!! God Bless!
Jason and Kim Hubbard
December 11, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Angela Long (Cutlip)
December 11, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with this family. I went to Reid with Sabrina and remember what strength she showed. She was a wonderful person.
Nikki Jones
December 11, 2008
Jim, Phyllis, and Jimmy,
I am so sorry to hear about Sabrina passing away. I want you to know that my prayers are with at this difficult time.
Kathy Krueger
December 11, 2008
Dear Jim and Family, I can't begin to explain the sorrow I feel in my heart for you, your wife, family and Sabrina's son & husband. To lose a child [no matter the age] is unthinkable. We have become friends over years of doing business together and it has been quite apparent how much you love your family and Sabrina was always on your mind. Words are inadequate but both Wendi and I want you to know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
DJ Fain
December 11, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Lisa Lovelace
December 11, 2008
Dusty and D.J.
You may not remember me, but I was CC's former girlfriend and the mother of his daughter Jayda. I met Sabrina a while back and she was very kind. If I remember right, CC and I came to a cookout at your house and Sabrina welcomed us with open arms. I just wanted you to know that I am keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers. I believe that CC is welcoming Sabrina into Heavans gates as we speak.
God Bless!
JIM AND LEE ANN LOPEZ
December 11, 2008
Jim and I are truly sorry to hear of your loss. Sabrina was always the nicest young lady and this earth has lost once again another gift from God.
Linda Hess
December 11, 2008
Words cannot express Sabrinas untimely passing. She always had a smile on her face. Sabrina leaves behind a legacy of strength, love, and a fighting spirit. To Sabrinas family and friends, remember her as the loving person she was. Sabrina has earned her wings, she can now soar with the angels.
Tisha Minnich-Harner
December 11, 2008
As a sister in christ and as a sister at Grace, you will be greatly missed Sabrina, but as we know God has bigger plans for you and a home with no pain, no sorrow and love a plenty. May God ease the pain for those who you love and love you and the many you touched with your heart, smile and faith. Rest in peace for we shall all meet again one day.
Renae Adams
December 11, 2008
Dear Mr. & Mrs. Ryder, Jimmy and family,
I am very sorry to hear of Sabrina passing away, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I know it is a hard and sad time for you. She is now in the hands of the best and is enjoying a wonderful life. Take care. Richie, Renae (vanessa's aunt) and Ashley
Allen Jones
December 11, 2008
Dear Dusty and DJ, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I want you to know that we will be praying for you and your family that GOD may give you the strength to make it thru these tough times.
Amanda Larabee (Reese)
December 10, 2008
I still remember the laughs we shared clear back in middle school. Enjoy your new journey in heaven and my condolences to all your family. You will be greatly missed.
Larry Baker
December 10, 2008
Jim Phyllis & Jimmy
When Jim told me Sabrina had to have another operation I thought that little girl sure has gone through a lot I always thought of her as being a little girl because thats when I first met her. This news has left me very sad, sad for Sabrina but sadder yet for the family they will be the ones who have to "get" through this and go on just when it seems there is no way they can.
may God be with them and make the journey easier.
Tina Rehs Oty
December 10, 2008
Sabrina,
I have already written once, but I had to let you know that even though I'm so far away I have always had you in my heart. I want you to know that I'm sad that you are gone, but happy that you are no longer in pain. I send my love to Aunt Phyllis and Uncle Jim and your family.
You will always be in my thoughts and my heart.
Love your cousin Tina
chris and asaya elliott
December 10, 2008
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Gary & Sharon
December 10, 2008
She truly has blessed our lives. She was always so upbeat and positive. We are deeply sorry for your loss
December 10, 2008
My heart broke once again yesterday morning when i got the call. So much started running thru my mind. I will miss Sabrina so much and my heart will always have a broken piece in it for her as it does for the others that have been lost. I am thankful she is home now with no more pain but most of all i'm glad she does not have to be scared anymore. She is in heaven with the rest joyfully telling the stories. I will miss you so much and i love you. No one to laugh at me anymore like you did... Love Aunt Jeanne
Asia Mays Family
December 10, 2008
Sabrina was a great friend of my family and my little brother, Jamal. I believe that she was one of the most caring and most thoughtful angels I have had the pleasure to encounter. I remember about 11 years ago when she bought my daugher a Minnie Mouse chair for her first birthday and memories like these are the ones that I will cherish as I think of this more than special angel and friend of my family - always so thoughtful and loving....She will be missed greatly..My prayers are definitely with you all...God Bless.
Misty Bowsher-Vermillion
December 10, 2008
I am deeply sorry for your families loss. Sabrina and I went to elementary school together at Reid. I had not seen her for a while but did think of her and wonder how she was doing. You have all lost a wonderful person.
Lea Walters (Sanders)
December 10, 2008
Yesterday Tuesday Dec 9 was the hardest day of my life. Answers left unaswered, questions not solved unexplained events. The lose of my best friend Sabrina Ryder. As I type my deepest sympathy to Jim, Phyllis, Jimmy, Dusty and Dj I'm asking myself WHY! I can say she has left me with some great memories and a life full of stories. She was the strongest person I knew. You will be so missed,
Stacy Orndorff
December 10, 2008
Jim, Phyllis, & Jimmy,
I could not believe the paper when I read it. I use to be a neighbor and also at one time Sabrina & Jimmy's babysitter. I hope you know that I am praying for you all. Sabrina was a very special person and I am glad I had the chance to know her.
Former Shadla Rd neighbor,
Stacy Orndorff
Mike & Carol Pennywitt
December 10, 2008
Dear friends it's been many years since we've seen each other but we think of all of you almost everyday. I'm so sorry to hear about Sabrina. The memories we have of all of you are good ones. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Pete&Penny Brown
December 10, 2008
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 1998-2008
Tina Rehs(Oty)
December 10, 2008
Sabrina,
I love you and will miss you very much.
Mindy Inlow
December 10, 2008
I am so sorry to hear that Sabrina passed away. I remember all the times we spent together in middle school. I just wanted to let you know I still think of her and the times I spent with her so many years ago!
Stacie O'Brien-Burcham
December 10, 2008
Sabrina,
I will always remember the good times we shared owning the halls in high school lol. Making you a get well card in 6th grade even though I had never even met you yet. It was then our friendship began. I know that your journey is just beginning and that your family will miss you, but God has a plan for you in heaven and you will watch over everyones lives whom you love and cherish. Sabrina we love you and this is not goodbye but welcome to a great new beginning to a wonderful place where your heart will not ache with pain. We will ache with pain but it will fade in time. We have memories to fill our hearts with great joy.
Christine Bailey (Weller)
December 10, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family. I am truly sorry for the loss.
Amy Cory
December 10, 2008
There is so much I could say about Sabrina. She has been one of my best friends for a very long time now. She never complained about how she was feeling or about her condition. She lived her life to the fullest and she was an inspiation to me. I know that Sabrina has touched the lives of everyone she has met. She has touched mine forever. She will be missed.
Amy Capers
December 10, 2008
Jim Phyllis and Jimmy,
I can not believe I am seeing that Sabrina passed away. I am so sorry for your loss. I have so many great memories of all us kids growing up in the neighborhood. Wendy, Sabrina and I were never apart for long and the bestest of friends! I wish we could of stayed in touch over the years! I am so sorry again for your loss and you are all in my prayers.
Amy Capers (Setty)
Terry & Kim Miller
December 10, 2008
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Lisa Newman
December 10, 2008
Sabrina was a special person who brought alot of joy to her family & friends and she loved you all very much. Sabrina will be missed very much. Take comfort in knowing that your family now has a guardian angel in heaven looking over you. God Bless.
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