Alfred K. “Speck” Ryder, 90, of Princeton, Mo., formerly of Scott County passed away Thursday, Apr. 16, 2020, at Milan Health Care Facility in Milan, Mo.
He was born, Oct. 19, 1929, in Glasgow, the son of Joseph and Lora Ford Ryder. He married his high school sweetheart, Mary Ann Knapp, Jut 31, 1951. She preceded him in death, Aug. 3, 2005.
Surviving is sister, Elizabeth “Sue” (Oliver) Loy of Medora and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by siblings, Mary C. Lashmett, Joe (surviving wife, Roberta) Ryder, Tom Ryder, Catherine “Kate” Bowers, Clara Ryder and Cordelia Vick.
Speck served in the Army during the Korean Conflict. He enjoyed attending the Glasgow burgoo. Speck and Mary Ann loved farming together.
A private graveside service will be held. Memorials are suggested to the Lora C. Ryder Building in Glasgow. Daws Family Funeral Home in Winchester is in charge of arrangements.
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