Kenneth Francis Ryder

Kenneth Francis Ryder, age 68, of Marshall, NC passed away on April 17, 2024 at his home in Marshall.  He was born in East Meadow, NY on July 30, 1955 to the late Robert Ryder and Lucille Brocks Ryder.  Kenneth proudly served our country in the United States Air Force.  He loved trout fishing, camping, Goodwill hunting, selling on eBay, walking his dogs, flea marketing, playing his guitar and harmonica, and babysitting his grandson.  He was also an avid Bob Dylan fan.

Kenneth was preceded in death by his wife Jennifer, brothers Robert “Bob” Ryder and John Ryder, and his nephews Jamie Ryder and Benjamin Ryder.

Kenneth is survived by his only son, Ken Ryder (Katie) of Weaverville, NC, siblings Jackie Hull of Toano, Virginia, Chris Ryder (Lucille) of New York, his grandson Henry Ryder of Weaverville, NC, and many nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life will be held in the summer.  Condolences may be made to the family at ashevillemortuaryservices.com

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