The sweet and loyal Lu girl has now gone on to be with her Ryder. I am so grateful to have had a part of Ryder by my side for the last 22 months. I shared my grief with her and she quietly listened to it all. She was struggling in her 13th year and completely enjoyed a nice steak before she went to sleep and left us. I miss her gentle nudging and presence. 

I was so stoked to see him back at the Granada, setting up for the symphony.

As yesterday's Memorial/Celebration for Ryder was an enormously emotional day, the love and sharing from all who were there was so important, special, and beautiful, for healing our very broken hearts. We are grateful beyond grateful that you were all in Ryder's life, his world and his heart. 
If I hadn't already met you in the past, I certainly did know who you were when I heard your names yesterday.  Ryder talked a lot  about his friends and co-workers, who were usually one and the same.  In our many conversations on his way home from work, it was obvious he loved being with you all, you made work and life so fun for him. He loved you all and I can clearly and certainly see why.
Thank you to all for the overwhelming support,  many gifts, stories, laughter and tears shared the past 6 months as well ( and thank you for not sharing the stories that would not be good for any mother to hear!). It  means so much to his family who love him and miss him every minute of every day, to know he was so special to others too. 
Please don't ever hesitate to reach out to any of us at any time.

We hold  heartfelt gratitude and love for you all. 

Ryder's family