Ryder James Blythers, a beacon of joy and love, passed away on December 11, 2025, in Geneva, Alabama. Born on July 14, 2025, in Dothan, Alabama, to the proud parents Macy Turner and De’Vonta Blythers, Ryder’s time on earth was brief, yet his impact was profound and enduring.
In his five months of life, Ryder’s infectious laughter and radiant smile brought immeasurable joy and light to all who were blessed to be in his presence. He was the embodiment of love and happiness, touching the hearts of everyone he met. His ability to spread cheer was a testament to the loving and nurturing environment provided by his devoted family.
Ryder is lovingly remembered by his adoring mother and father, Macy and De’Vonta; his maternal grandparents, Mike and Tiffany Turner; his paternal grandparents, Bobbi Blythers, Corey and Benita Blythers; and his great grandparents, Karen and George Faas, and Richard and Luann Hawthorne. He will also be deeply missed by his aunts and uncles, Mikala Smith (Tyler), Cole Turner (Ashley), Jake Turner, Jay Fussell (Hubert), Destynie Blythers, and Cortnie Blythers, as well as his cousins, Rylee and Reese Smith, Xzavier Fussell, and Kylrina Campbell, who all cherished the moments they shared with him.
Ryder was preceded in death by his maternal great grandparents, Roy and Helen Creech, and paternal great great grandparents, Alice Chidsey and Nellie Carter.
Although his life was a brief gift to us all, the love he gave and received will forever be treasured. Ryder’s family takes comfort in knowing that he is now cradled in the arms of angels and that his spirit will continue to shine brightly in the hearts of those who loved him.
Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, December 14, 2025, at First Baptist Church of Geneva with Rev. Steve Skidmore and Rev. Zachary Hayes officiating. Burial will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery with Warren Holloway Ward Funeral Home of Geneva, AL directing. The family will receive friends at the church on Sunday beginning at 12:30 p.m.
Warren~Holloway~Ward Funeral Home (334) 684-9999, is in charge of arrangements. “Continuing The Trust You’ve Placed In Us” To sign a guest register, please visit: www.whwfuneralhome.com
