Donald A. Ryder's obituary , Passed away on June 16, 2026 in Traverse City, Michigan

Donald A. Ryder

June 4, 1937 - June 16, 2026 (89 years old)

Traverse City, Michigan

Donald A. Ryder's obituary , Passed away on June 16, 2026 in Traverse City, Michigan

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Donald A. Ryder

June 4, 1937 - June 16, 2026 (89 years old)

Traverse City, Michigan

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Donald A. Ryder Obituary

Donald A. Ryder in Traverse City, Michigan passed away on June 16, 2026. Donald, born on June 4, 1937, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Donald A. Ryder or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Alma Ryder (Al) and Shirley Ryder. He is survived by: his former wife Sharon Brooks; his children, Diane Kiessel (Don), Deborah Ryder, Patricia Spires (Scott), Rebecca Ridgeway (Rod) and Michael Ryder; his wife Barbara; and his stepchildren, Brenda Robinson (Jeff), Chris Nieporte (Jodie), Craig Nieporte, Pamela Nieporte and Lisa Morgan (Ben). He is also survived by 9 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, as well as 6 step-grandchildren and 6 step-great-grandchildren.

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June 27

Visitation

Kalkaska Funeral Home
152 S Cedar St, Kalkaska, MI 49646

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June 27

Funeral service

Kalkaska Funeral Home
152 S Cedar St, Kalkaska, MI 49646

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June 27

Burial

Evergreen Cemetery
272 West St, Kalkaska, MI 49646

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