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Steven Rider Obituary
Steven served in the United States Air Force during the Persian Gulf War. He held positions as a general contractor, model, and as a special education teacher, but his most important occupation was as a stay-at-home father to his two daughters, to whom he was wholly committed.
He is survived by his wife, Ashley Kelloff; two daughters, Annabel and Margaret; mother and father, Jenny Batman and Alan Rider; as well as aunts, uncles, and cousins.
A memorial will be held on July 4 to celebrate Steven's love of life and country. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to 19Hands. 19Hands is the non-for-profit organization that runs the War Horse Forge where Steven spent time with other veterans making things out of iron.
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Memories and Condolences
for Steven Rider
Jennifer L Batman
July 10, 2024
Mom and Jim love you so much. We are so proud to call you our son. You will be in our hearts forever.
Eric Rider
July 4, 2024
Steven was a good man who pursued his dreams and found his love later in life. He will be missed by his family and all who knew him.
The Jones Family
June 27, 2024
To the family and friends of Steven, please accept our deepest condolences. No matter how many years have passed since our families last saw each other, we will always remember how your presence filled our heart(s) with happiness and created lasting and wonderful memories. I´m glad we were able to have a window into your life these last few years - as we shared (from afar) how your family grew. Your smile was still as bright as the sun, and you were taken from this world much too soon Rest in peace and look in on us every now and then, ok? Much love, Patricia, Sean, Claranne and Leanne (O´Callaghan) Jones
Kristin "Riggs" Vaira
June 26, 2024
Ashley, Annabel, and Margaret- My thoughts and love are with you. Steven and I had a friendship that baffled most people. We bonded over being away from home with me in college and him in basic training and the Gulf War. All these years my favorite conversations were about the three of you. I could feel the love and pride in them. I will forever miss his philosophy, his crazy stories, and his smile.
Joshua Van Horn
June 23, 2024
I am shocked he was a good close friend, I am so sorry, RIP buddy!
Becky McClintock
June 23, 2024
Oh Steve, the days in the dorms at Norton AFB. These are some of the greatest memories that I will hold on to forever. The world is going to be a much different place without you in it, rest in peace my friend. Your friend....
Jen Phillips
June 23, 2024
Had h s homerm with and potentially saw him at old white hen pantry too. We shared same bday. When I saw he has a daughter then another I was elated. Too young, May he rest in peace. I'm a 2x breast cancer survivor. My condolences to Ashley, the girls and his parents. I'm former genanne Baum class of 89
Ash
June 23, 2024
Love you forever Steven xo your girls
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