William O. “Will” Rider

ALBANY – William O. “Will” Rider, 11, of Albany, died  Monday, August 30, 2010 at Albany Medical Center Hospital.  Will was born in Albany and lived here all his life.  He was a student at the Wildwood School in Schenectady.  He is survived by his parents Brian and Mary Rider; his sister Katherine Eberle; his grandmother Patricia Rhodes of Albany; and by several aunts, uncles and cousins.  He was predeceased by his grandparents Owen Rhodes and William and Delores Rider.

Relatives and friends are invited to call at the Hans Funeral Home, 1088 Western Ave., Albany today from 4-8 p.m.  Funeral services will be held privately at the convenience of the family.  Those who wish to remember Will in a special way, and to help other children like Will may make contributions in his name to Wildwood Foundation, Inc., 2995C  Curry Rd Extension, Schenectady,NY 12303.  To leave a message of condolence for the family, or obtain directions to the funeral home, please visit www.HansFuneralHome.com.