LIMA — Mary Elizabeth Crider, 87, of Lima, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family, on Thursday November 10, 2016, at St. Rita's in Hospital Hospice.
She was born on December 27, 1928, in Union City, IN, to Earl & Flossie (Green) Point, who preceded her in death. On January 1, 1947, she married her one and only love of her life, Robert Grant Crider, and he preceded her in death on July 4, 1983. Mary was a licensed cosmetologist for over 50 years, and also a caregiver for Huntington Trust. She was an avid reader; she enjoyed crossword puzzles and board games, and was a former member of the Lima Eagles. Mary will be remembered as a social person with many friends, and will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.
She is survived by her three sons, Carl Crider, of Suwannee, FL, Sidney (Cynthia) Crider, of Lakeview, and Michael (Elizabeth) Crider, of Millers Creek, NC, five grandchildren, Kara (Jason) Rarey, Ryan (Whitney) Clay, Michael P. Crider, Dawn R. Moore, Stacy (Laura) Beckmann, and numerous great grandchildren.
As per her wishes, cremation will occur. Memorial contributions may be made to the James Cancer Center of Columbus, or St. Rita's in Hospital Hospice. Those wishing to leave a condolence online may do so at www.siferd-oriansfuneralhome.com
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