Patricia Rider Thompson died on July 4, 2025 in Ocala, Florida. She was 81 years old.
Pat was born on May 22, 1944 in Hamilton, Ohio to Howard and Florence Rider. She married Lee Thompson on October 20, 1962 and he preceded her in death on March 4, 2015. Together they had two daughters, Shelly Thompson Snapp (Eddie) and Cindy Thompson Schwass, both of which preceded her in death.
Pat worked for the USPS for many years until retirement. She enjoyed decorating cakes, sewing, traveling, bowling, woodburning, collecting charming tales, cheering on the Cincinnati Reds, playing cards, making crafts, relaxing in the sun, and spending time with her family and friends.
Pat is survived by her sister, Linda (Dan) Callan of Florida, grandson Josh (Ashley) Snapp of Indiana, granddaughter Lauren Schwass (Zach McDaniel) of Indiana, great-grandchildren Ryan, Carter, Ellie, and Corgan of Indiana. She also leaves three nieces, Tracy (Eddie) Miller and Tina (Gary) Larson of Indiana and Tammy (Roger) Stahlgren of Florida. She is preceded in death by her brother, Jim Rider.
She will be cremated and her remains will be buried at the All Saints Parish Dover Cemetery beside her husband and her daughters.