Marcia "Bunny" Ryder
March 13, 1943 ~ May 13, 2017
Marcia "Bunny" Ryder, age 74, passed away on Saturday, May 13, 2017 after an extended illness. Her devoted husband of 55 years and daughter were at her bedside. She was born March 13, 1943 in Cleveland, Ohio.
Bunny was preceded in death by her parents, Milo and Dorothy Walter; grandson, Jesse Myers; and great-grandson, Aidan Ryder. She is survived by her husband, James Ryder; and two children, James E. Ryder of Geneva and Marcy L. (Michael) Brennan of Jefferson; siblings, Fred (Bunny), Walter of Norwalk, Carolyn Claypool of Geneva, and James Walter of Ashtabula; grandchildren, Courtney (Ben) Spies, Nicholas Ryder, Lauren Maikut, Michael D. (Gina) Brennan, and Katerina Brennan; great-grandchildren, Gavin, Liam, Finnley, Levi, Shea, Isabella; and many nephews and nieces. Bunny's family was her top priority and she was happiest at family reunions and parties. She was especially fond of being Nana to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
She was a graduate of Austinburg High School and proud to be in the last graduating class of that school. Bunny and her husband owned and operated the Austinburg Roller Rink from 1974-1980. She was a multiple past-President of OAPSE Local #307 and worked as a bus driver for 26 years in the Geneva Area City Schools. She was an avid golfer and camper. Bunny attended Assumption Church and spent many hours helping produce grape pies for the Grape Jamboree.
Calling hours will be observed on Thursday, May 18, 2017 from 6-8 p.m. at the Behm Family Funeral Home, 175 S. Broadway, Geneva, OH. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, May 19th at Assumption Catholic Church, 594 W. Main Street, Geneva. Final Resting Place will be Evergreen Cemetery in Geneva.
Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of the Western Reserve, 1166 Lake Ave., Ashtabula, OH 44004-2930 or the Community Christmas Card of UH Geneva Medical Center, 870 W. Main Street, Geneva, OH 44041.
Friends may leave condolences online at www.behmfuneral.com
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My Thoughts. Prayers, and Sincere Sympathy are with My Dear Friend Marcy, and her family..
Thoughts and prayers to you Marcy and your family. Your mom was a great lady and loved by everyone. Xo
A few years ago my daughter Kelly, her friend Kenna and I volunteered for a couple of hours (probably 2-3) to help make grape pies and Bunny taught us how to “flute” the edges. Thanks to her tips, every pie I've baked has come out wonderful! O merciful Savior send thy angels to conduct thy departed servant to a place of refreshment, light and peace.
To Bunnys family Im so sorry for your loss.She was my golfing buddie.we had many good times.She was a great Lady.God s Blessing to her family.R.I.P.
Dearest Marcy and family, Your mom was the light to so many and how she loved people. Always a smile… God Bless you at this time. Prayers coming for strength,and love….♥
Dear Jim & family, We are so sad to learn of Bunny's passing. We are so happy we got to be with you both, celebrating your 50th wedding anniversary. We shall never forget Bunny. She was a wonderful person. Jim, know that she is in our thoughts and prayers and you also during this sad time. If you need anything, we're always here for you. God bless you all, Eddie & Maryann Walsh
So sorry. Prayers
Dear Jim, Our deepest and heartfelt sympathy to you and the family with the passing of Bunny. We will remember her in our prayers. May she rest in peace with our Lord. With much love, Lou and Gloria DiFabio