James Gordon Ryder's obituary , Passed away on February 16, 2026 in Alexandria, Louisiana

James Gordon Ryder

July 3, 1947 - February 16, 2026 (78 years old)

Alexandria, Louisiana

James Gordon Ryder's obituary , Passed away on February 16, 2026 in Alexandria, Louisiana

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Hixson Brothers Funeral Homes

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James Gordon Ryder

July 3, 1947 - February 16, 2026 (78 years old)

Alexandria, Louisiana

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James Gordon Ryder Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of James Gordon Ryder (Alexandria, Louisiana), who passed away on February 16, 2026 at the age of 78. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Thomas Calvin and Edna Ford Ryder; his siblings, Thomas Ryder, Harold Ryder (Rita), Richard Ryder (Margaret), Suzian Teske and Jewel Dean Miller (Marlin); and his friends, E. C. Spurgeon, Grundy James and J. B. Balthazar, Jr..

He is survived by: his wife Gwen Davis Ryder; his sons, Keith (Misty) and Chris (Kim); his grandchildren, Kassady (Ryan), Kessler (Hailey), Chelsea and Matthew; his great grandchild Jesse James Ryder; and his siblings, Linda Thomas (Roland) and Bill Ryder (Shirley).

He also attended Pleasant Hill Baptist Church in Pollock, Louisiana, and enjoyed spending time with his fellow Parkinson Group at B-22 in Dry Prong, Louisiana.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hixson Brothers Funeral Homes



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Feb 19

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Hixson Brothers Funeral Home
701 Jackson St, Alexandria, LA 71301

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Feb 19

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