Obituaries
Obituary: William "Bill" J. Ryder IV, 52, of Guilford
A GHS graduate, he was a talented carpenter and a "kind soul with a big heart always willing to lend a helping hand to family and friends."

Obituary courtesy of W. S. Clancy Memorial Funeral Home:
William "Bill" Joseph Ryder, IV 52, passed away suddenly on August 16th. Beloved son of Janet Gagnon and the late William Ryder III. He was predeceased by his step father, Reynold Gagnon. Bill is survived by his daughter Dawn Ryder of Louisville, KY, his son Billy Ryder of Branford, sister Tracy (Joseph) Iasparra and nieces Mackenzie, Haley and Autumn all of Guilford.
He was a 1988 graduate of Guilford High School. He worked as an independent contractor and was a talented carpenter.
Bill was known for his big heart and kind soul. He was always willing to lend a helping hand to family and friends. Bill will be deeply missed.
He was laid to rest with his father on August 24th.
With love in our hearts, he will walk with us forever.
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