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Thomas RYDER Obituary
RYDER, Thomas George (Tom):
18.02.1927 - 16.05.2020
in his 94th year.
It is with great sadness the family would like to announce the passing of Tom, in his 94th year, at Kew Hospital, Invercargill, on Saturday, May 16, 2020. Very much loved husband of the late Shirley Ryder, adored father of D'Lice and Paul Phelan (Dunedin), Stephen (Nelson), fantastic Pop to the late Kane James and Monique (Adelaide, Australia). Formerly of Dunedin and Te Anau and lately Rowena Jackson Retirement Village, Invercargill. Many thanks to the Critical Care and Recovery Unit staff at Kew Hospital for their gentle care of our Dad. We would also like to acknowledge the fantastic staff at Rowena Jackson for his special care and support over the last 6 years. Tom has been cremated and a casting ceremony will be held at a later date. Messages may be sent to 104 Doon Street, Waverley, Dunedin 9013 or E: [email protected]
"Always a glint in your eye,
a smile on your face, a quick wit and a chance for a cuddle never missed. You made us laugh, such a gentle man,
it's time to fly free".
You will be so dearly missed.
Memories and Condolences
for Thomas RYDER
5 Entries
Jan Ludemann
May 26, 2020
Dear D'Lice and Paul,
We were very sorry to learn of Tom's recent death He is fondly remembered as a real Te Anau character, especially when he was flying those fantastic kites Shirley used to make. He was an entertaining gentleman and he will be sadly missed. Much love to you both at this sad time. Jan and Jeff Ludemann
Jan Ludemann
May 26, 2020
Dear D'Lice and Paul,
We were so sorry to hear of Tom's recent death. He is fondly remembered as a real Te Anau character, especially when he was flying the fantastic kites Shirley used to make. He was an entertaining gentleman and he will be sorely missed. Much love to you both at this sad time, Jan and Jeff Ludemann xx
Jill Hyslop
May 19, 2020
I have recently been studing genology which brought back a lot of fond memories when I was researching my mothers side (Marion White) and the Mornington home where Thomas and Shirley lived with their family. Sad news but he had a good inings like mum.
Ken Bradley
May 19, 2020
Sad to hear this news.
Have exceptionally fond memories of Tom during the construction of the top hut on Lake Hauroko.
It was the tidiest construction site I have ever worked on thanks to his diligence.
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Norm Wing
May 19, 2020
I have fond memories of my Uncle Tom when visiting him in Mornington when I was young. Norm Wing
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