Stanley Dean Rider Sr. Obituary
The family of Stanley Dean Rider Sr. of Fowler, Indiana announces his passing on October 20, 2026. Stanley, born on July 26, 1939, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his father Archie Verlon Rider; his close friend Rose Ellen Vanderwall; his daughter Deborah L. Rider; his mother Eleanor Elizabeth Holihan (Holihan); his daughter-in-law Heather A. Hostetler; and his pet Ralph.
He is survived by: his children, Christina M. Dearinger (Don), S. Dean Rider Jr., Jason P. Rider and Lance W. Rider (Da Wang); and his grandchildren, Luke Dearinger, Samantha, Autumn, Mahala Rider and James Rider.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 29th 2026 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Fowler Chapel (506 E Main St, Fowler, IN 47944). A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 30th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the same location. A burial will be held on Friday, October 30th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Fowler Cemetery (465 W Division Rd, Fowler, IN 47944).
He was a proponent of hunting, supporting multiple organizations, including the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation and Pheasants Forever.
