Obituary of James Andrew Rider

Suddenly after a short illness on Saturday, March 9, 2013 at the Peterborough Regional Health Centre, at age 79. Jim Rider of Port Perry, beloved husband of the late Vivian (nee Johnston) and the late Gerri (nee McCammond). Devoted dad of Heather Davidson and her husband Brian (deceased) of Oshawa, and Penny Schofield and her husband Phillip of Uxbridge. Cherished grandpa of Lonnie Schofield (Naomi) Steven Davidson (Marcie), Kurt Schofield (Tracy), Shawn Davidson (Tracie) and Paul Schofield (Celeste) Beloved great grandpa of Hayden, Carter, Sullivan, Talia, Reed, Shayne, Lilly, Dylan and Grayson. Survived by his sister Marjorie Redman of Port Perry and predeceased by his sisters Ena Harris and Dorothy Bourgeois and his brothers Harold and David Rider. A life long and much loved resident of Port Perry, Jim’s contagious laughter and clever wit will be missed by his family and his many friends. The family of Jim Rider will receive friends at the WAGG FUNERAL HOME, "McDermott-Panabaker Chapel", 216 Queen Street in Port Perry (905-985-2171) on Thursday, March 14th from 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. A Service to celebrate his life will be held in the Port Perry United Church on Friday, March 15th at 11 a.m. with Reverend Elaine Hall officiating. Private interment Pine Grove Cemetery, Prince Albert. If desired, memorial donations may be made by cheque to Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario. On-line condolences may be left at www.waggfuneralhome.com