Tracy Lyn Rider

Tracy Lyn Rider, daughter of Gary Lynn and Paula Jean (Pendergrass) Rider, was born August 9, 1967 in Martinez, California. As a young girl, Tracy attended and graduated from Grenada High School in Livermore, California. After moving to the Richland, Missouri area, she began working at Fort Leonard Wood for Penn Enterprises as a presser. She has been employed there for the past eight years. Tracy’s greatest treasure was her children and grandchild. Her whole world revolved around them and she loved attending every activity they were involved in; both academic and sporting events. She enjoyed working on her home and staying in shape by working out. She was a wonderful friend and was always willing to help anyone that she could. The last several years, she attended Cornerstone Baptist Church of Richland and she was very concerned about building a personal relationship with God. Tracy passed away at 6:56 p.m., Wednesday, October 7, 2009, as the result of injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident near Richland at the age of 42 years, 1 month and 28 days. All those that knew and loved her will miss her. Tracy leaves to cherish her memory four children: Dale Anthony Cohen, Gary James Rider Pulse, Angela Lyn Rider Arnold and Icye Louise Capuano all of Richland; her mother: Paula Rider of Richland; three siblings: Sidney Rider of Richland, Anthony Rider of Sacramento, California and Tuesday Martin of Gault, California; one grandson: Kaden Anthony Cohen; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, other relatives and friends. Tracy was preceded in death by her father: Gary Lynn Rider; infant brother: Gary Lynn Rider, Jr.; daughter: Angel Lyn Cohen; and her grandfather: Grady Pendergrass. Funeral services were held at 2:00 P.M., Thursday, October 15, 2009 in the Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Richland with Rev. Christopher Hendrix, Sr. officiating. Soloist Adam Howlett sang “Ain’t No Sunshine” other recorded music selections chosen were “Halo” – Beyonce` and “Here Without You” – Three Doors Down. Family and friends shared fond memories of Tracy. Serving as escorts were Johnny Mayer, Todd Crossland, Andy Rossack, Johnny Huff, Adam Howlett, Alex Howlett and Destery Ray. Burial followed in the Oaklawn Cemetery of Richland. Services were under the direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Richland. Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Tracy Lyn Rider and may be left at the funeral home. Online condolences may be left at www.richlandmemorialchapel.com

Tracy Lyn Rider

August 9, 1967 - October 7, 2009