Ralph G. Rider 88 of Denton, since 1965,  passed away on April 6, 2018 in Denton due to complications of Parkinsons.  He was born in Chickasha, OK to Herbert and Bessie Inez Vineyard Rider.  He married Betty Carol Curtis on December 24, 1949, they shared 68 years of marriage.  He was the Production Manager for Victor Equipment com and retired after 24 years of employment.  He was a member of the University Baptist Church and The Denton Elks Lodge BOPE #2446.

Ralph is survived by his wife Betty Rider of Denton, grandson, Kent Rider and wife Lauren and three grandchildren, Brittney, Ashley and Brayton of Sanger, TX.  He was preceded in death by his parents and son Bill Rider.

The family will be at DeBerry Funeral Directors for visitation on; Thursday evening, April 12th from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm.

Graveside Services will be held near Dover, OK at the New Home Cemetery, Friday, April 13th at 2:00 pm. under the direction of Sanders Funeral Services of Kingfisher, OK.