James F. Ryder

Waterford- James F. Ryder, Jr. 70, a dedicated father, husband, grandfather, brother, friend and worker passed away peacefully, at Lawrence and Memorial Hospital Sunday Evening, July 30, 2023, with his loving family by his side. He was born on October 3, 1952, in Providence, Rhode Island. He is the son of James and Yvette (Sampson) Ryder. He graduated from Bryant College with a degree in business.

He was married for 45 years to the love of his life Theresa Ryder, October 1st, 1977, at St. Theresa’s Church in Blackstone, MA. She survives him, along with two sons Jonathan and James (Katie) Ryder, daughter Jessica Ryder and four grandchildren: Ethan, Logan, Connor & James Ryder IV. Also surviving his sister Carol Kushner; along with her husband Alan Kushner; Three Nieces Jacklyn Perrotti, Shari Capaldi, and Carla Barks; as well as nephew Nicholas Perrotti and friends. Jim is now reunited with his sister Gloria Lundy and parents James and Yvette Ryder.

He was a competitor in business and athletics. He managed over 400 employees and has left a huge imprint on those in the mortgage industry. He was part of the New London Country Club for over 40 years and my condolences to those who to this day still could not take a win. He loved to make people laugh and never took life too seriously. Throughout his battle, he remained positive and always said “I’m going to do my best” in which he did, fighting till the very end. He will be truly missed beyond words and forever in our hearts.

Calling Hours will be held on Monday, August 7, 2023, from 4:00 until 7:00pm in Fulton-Theroux Funeral Home, 181 Ocean Ave., New London, CT 06320. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, August 8, 2023 at 11:00am in St. Joseph Church, 13 Squire St., New London, CT. Interment will follow in St. Mary Cemetery, New London.

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