In Memory of James (Jimmy) Ryder III

Dearest friends and family,

It is with a heavy heart and great sadness that we inform you that James (Jimmy) Clarence Ryder III passed away on March 25, 2024, at OSU while holding his daughter's hand.

Jimmy will always be remembered as an avid football fan, especially supporting the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Shawnee Braves. Jimmy loved to spend time on the water, with family and friends and especially enjoyed spending time with his daughter, Makayla.

Some of you have reached out and asked how you can help during this time, we kindly ask, if you can, to donate funds towards the funeral service, as we hope to carry out all of Jimmy's final wishes.

The family will receive friends starting at 2:00 p.m. and services will begin at 3:00 p.m. Monday, April 1st, 2024 at Littleton and Rue Funeral Home. We would love for you to join us at the “Celebration of Life” with food, friends and family immediately following the services at Knights of Columbus 2055 S Bird Rd, Springfield, OH 45505.

Donations can be made through this GoFundMe and will be given directly to his daughter to pay for funeral expenses, medical and any additional memorial costs. Also, if you prefer to help immediately please consider donating directly to his daughter Makayla’s cash app at $ryder1031

Thank you again for the support, kind words and memories shared with the family during this time and we hope to see you at the memorial.

With love,

Family and Friends