Cedric William Ryder, 76, died unexpectedly November 21, 2015, in Hermon while hunting with his son. He was born July 20, 1939, in Newburgh the son of Ira P. and Beatrice I. (Hamlin) Ryder.

Cedric loved hunting and fishing. There are many great memories fishing with his son on Sundays either open water fishing or ice fishing. He will be missed by the Swanville Gang during ice fishing season. Cedric loved his job and all the people he worked with at the Carmel Elementary School. He will be dearly missed and was well loved.

He is survived by his children, Keith Ryder and wife Angela of Belfast, Sharon Ryder of Wichita Falls, TX, Kevin Ryder of Kentucky; six grandchildren, Dacia and Taila Ryder, Brandi Senior, Shannon Mueller, Zach and Kevin Ryder; brothers, Sheldon Ryder and wife Hazel, Erwin Ryder; a sister Donna Turner and husband Wayne; several great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, and cousins, and many dear friends.

Services will be private for the family. Condolences to the family may be expressed at www.BrookingsSmith.com.