Ryder, Paul M. PITTSTOWN It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Paul M. Ryder on Thursday, December 17, 2020. Born in Albany on August 21, 1951, he was the son of the late Lester and Jane Smith Ryder. Paul received his education and graduated from the Albany catholic school system. After graduating from high school, Paul fulfilled his dream of becoming an iron worker and worked with Local Union 12 out of Albany. He travelled throughout the country to work on various bridges, hospitals and historic buildings, including Epcot Center. Paul loved gardening, bird watching and most of all spending time with his grandchildren. Left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife, Jean Feeny Ryder, who Paul married August 31, 2000; one son, Jason Ryder; stepdaughters, Jaymie Dames, Racheal Franzen (John), Melissa Dames (Peter); his grandchildren, Aiden Ellman, Laila Baum, John Emil Franzen V (Jack), Andrea Lawyer (Sean), Aaron Mitchell (Mackenzie); a special nephew, Lester Ryder; and numerous friends. Paul was also predeceased by two brothers, Lester Ryder Jr. and David Ryder. To accommodate Paul's wishes, a memorial service will be held at a later time.There are no calling hours. Memorial gifts in Paul's name may be made to Mohawk Hudson Humane Society, 3 Oakland Avenue, Menands, NY 12204, or American Cancer Society, 1 Penny Lane, Latham, NY 12110. www.rileymortuaryinc.com

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Published by Albany Times Union on Dec. 22, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Paul Ryder

18 Entries

Ella A. Ryder

June 13, 2025

Paul M. Ryder was my grandfather, as I did not see him or know him as much as I wanted to, I still miss him, I visited him in his last few days of life, and could see the condition he was in, I hugged him goodbye, and I remember watching my father as he cried for the loss of his beloved father, I Am now 12, almost 13, and I wish my grandfather could be there for my 13 birthday.

Annette

December 20, 2022

You popped up in my memories today. Condolences and comfort to your wife & family today. Youth is wasted on the young we used to say.
Love Annette S.

Tiny

December 16, 2022

It´s been a long two years without you I miss you every single day,every single hour ,every single minute Until we meet again...I love you

John Ernst

December 16, 2022

Remember Lester Jr., Paul and David....all healthy and handsome men in their lifetime.

Tiny

November 21, 2021

I so appreciate all of your condolences They bring me comfort

Annette

May 15, 2021

you popped into my head and I found out about this terrible news. God bless your memory

Racheal Dames

January 4, 2021

Racheal Dames

January 4, 2021

Racheal Dames

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Racheal Dames

January 4, 2021

Racheal Dames

January 4, 2021

Although I struggle daily as to why you were taken from us so soon, I´m blessed to have so many precious moments and happy memories to cherish. Love you pop pop

Karen Duder, New Zealand

December 24, 2020

My dearest brother-in-law, Paul. I´m very upset to learn of your passing and sad to know you have been suffering in pain.
Sympathy and love to my sister-in-law (Sis) Tiny and my nieces Rachel, Melissa and Jaymie and their families. Although you are half a world away and our boarders are closed you are in my thoughts and prayers

Joan Malone Marcy

December 24, 2020

Sorry for your loss. Paul was a great guy. He stopped to visit a couple of years ago and seemed so happy living in the country, We reminisced about growing up in the South End. God Bless him.

Alfreado "Butch" Primero

December 23, 2020

A true Southender....
RIP Paul ......

Leslie KENNYprotectprotect

December 23, 2020

Your presence will be sorely missed by so many. May God hold you and keep you. We will feel your love as the flowers bloom and the earth regains her beauty. We will also help you by assisting you in protecting your wife.

John Ernst

December 23, 2020

I remember the whole family from alexander St, especially Lester Jr. & David. A very handsome family of men.

Patrick M Mullen

December 22, 2020

To all of Paul's loved ones my sincere condolences. He was one hell of an ironworker and what a good man. I worked with him many times and he was always happy and a pleasure to work with. My father Tom Mullen thought the world of Paul as did all who knew him. So sorry to hear of his passing. God bless you all during this Very hard time & Rest in Peace Paul Ryder it was a blessing to get to know you.

joe schaller

December 22, 2020

lottsa happy memories ; good times with Paul; sad to see him go.

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