Eugene “Gene” Bernard Rider

Eugene “Gene” Bernard Rider, 89, of Loyalsock Twp. passed away peacefully on April 8, 2026.

Gene was born on October 2, 1936 to Leo and Anna Rider. He graduated from St. Mary’s High School before serving in the US Army. He dedicated his career to Faxon Lumber Company, working initially in the lumber yard, and later co-managing the business with his brother Tom. His knowledge of lumber was unparalleled and he is remembered by many for his contributions to building up the Faxon area.

Gene spent countless hours outdoors and frequently visited Rider Park, remembering his Uncle who donated the land for all to enjoy. He knew a lot about cars and loved to drive, which he did regularly during his retirement as a school bus driver for South Williamsport schools. He also loved boating and country music. He was an active member of the West Branch Motor Boat Association, and spent many summers cruising the Susquehanna River with his children and grandchildren. In his later years, he enjoyed traveling with family to Arizona, Alaska, Montana, NYC, and Las Vegas.

Gene is survived by his sons, Timothy (Sincia) and Todd (Karen) Rider; his daughter, Amanda Rider Carchi (Joseph); grandchildren, Angelina, Ariana, Arwen, Anderson, Oliver, Owen, and Marie, and siblings, Marilyn Neyhart, Tom Rider, John Rider, and David Rider. He is preceded in death by his parents, his brother Joseph Rider, his former wife, Suzann Sheppard/Rider/Nyman, his dear friend Sarah Musser, and his beloved dog Simba.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Ann RCC, 1305 Northway Rd., Williamsport, PA 17701 at 11 a.m. on Monday, April 13th. The family will receive family and friends from 10 to 10:45 a.m. at the church. Burial will follow at Wildwood Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, the family would request donations to St. Ann Catholic Church, 326 Washington Blvd., Williamsport, PA 17701.

Please visit Gene’s memorial page at www.crousefuneralhome.com to sign an online register book or share a fond memory.