Stephen Francis Ryder, 72, of Emmitsburg passed away suddenly at his home on Tuesday, October 29. Born March 29, 1952, in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, he was the son of the late Gerald Francis and Agnes Merlene Ryder, nee Rightnour; devoted brother of Michael G., David L. and his wife Valerie; Dennis P. and James B. Ryder; also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by his sister Sharon Allis.
He was in the graduating class of 1971 from St. Joseph High School in Emmitsburg. He was a carpenter for Taney Corporation, and in his spare time he was an avid Baltimore Orioles fan, loved watching old westerns, especially Gun Smoke, and he enjoyed camping and canoeing.
Steve took many trips across the country with his brothers and friends in his younger years. He also loved his yearly trips to the Outer Banks in NC.
Steve always had a way to make people laugh and was so much fun to be around. He will be missed by family and friends.
He will be interred in Emmitsburg Memorial Cemetery.
Online condolences may be offered at www.myersdurborawfh.com.
