DONALD RAY RIDER, 76, of Evansville, IL, passed away at 8:25 am, Monday, April 22, 2013 at his home in Evansville, IL. He was born to the late Fred and Edith (nee: Bosaw) Rider on November 15, 1936 in New Haven, Illinois. Donald married Paulette Rolley on August 29, 1964 in New Haven, IL. She survives. He had been an electrician for Peabody Coal for 30 years and was a Navy Veteran. He was a member of the United Presbyterian Church in New Haven, Illinois, American Legion Post in Evansville, IL and UMWA. He was an avid sports fan - especially for the Chicago Cubs. Donald loved spending his time spoiling his grandkids and great grandkids. Survivors: Wife: Paulette Rider Evansville, IL 4 Children: Donald W. (Bridget) Rider Red Bud, IL Ronald R. Rider Evansville, IL Sherri L. Rider Schuline, IL Kathalene M. (Paul) Moeller Prairie du Rocher, IL 1 Sister: JoAnna Kay Poshard Champagne, IL 1 Brother: Dennis Leo (Rita) Rider New Haven, IL 1 Sister-in-law: Carolyn Rider Baton Rouge, LA 7 Grandchildren: Stephanie Rider Ethan Moeller Samantha Rider Rachael Moeller Jessica DuFrenne Jennifer Schreder Christopher Hanger 9 Great Grandchildren: Jaidalee, Braylon, Chase, Brogan, Khloe, Gabe, Christopher, Lorelai, Mackenzie Aunt, Nieces, Nephews, Cousins & Friends Preceded in death by: Parents, 1 Brother - Fredrick Ronald Rider and 1 Brother-in-law - Robert Poshard Graveside Service: 11:00 am, Saturday, May 4, 2013 Union Ridge Cemetery, Herald, Illinois Interment: Union Ridge Cemetery Herald, Illinois Memorials: Hospice of Southern Illinois
