Obituary of Stephen Russell Gryder

LEXINGTON—Stephen Russell Gryder, 70, of Lexington, passed away on Friday, March 21, 2014. Born March 19, 1944 in Phoenix, VA, he was a son of the late Stammie O'Dell and Lucille Gryder. Mr. Gryder worked as a heavy equipment operator for his entire working career. Surviving is his companion of 30 years, Elizabeth Ann Walker; sons, Russell Gryder (Jeannie), Adam Gryder and Robert Gryder; daughters, Rosa Barton, Jessica Elder and Renee Garcia; 13 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren; one brother, Gene and two sisters, Helen and Betty; mother of the children, Betty Jane Gryder. Private funeral services will be at a later date.