Cathy J. DeRider

Cathy DeRider, 76, peacefully left her earthly body during the late hours of May 11, entering into eternity to rejoice with her Lord and Savior in Heaven.
Cathy will be remembered for the wonderful person she was -- loving, selfless, compassionate, and always thinking of others before herself. Her faith in Jesus Christ guided every aspect of her life, and she faithfully served Him through kindness, generosity, and devotion to her church and community.
A longtime member of Calvary Chapel of the Finger Lakes, Cathy faithfully attended Sunday services, Bible studies, and church events. She generously shared her many talents by creating crafts and decorations, baking, and volunteering wherever she was needed. Cathy loved reading Christian books and studying God's Word daily.
Over the years, Cathy enjoyed many creative hobbies and talents including rock painting, quilting, calligraphy, photography, baking, and crafting holiday wreaths. She especially loved God's creatures and opened her heart and home to many rescued and adopted dogs and cats throughout her life.
Cathy dedicated years to serving the community as an EMT with the Farmington Volunteer Ambulance. She also volunteered and worked at Maranatha Bookstore and later worked at Thompson Hospital in the sleep study clinic dept. Cathy was known for her caring spirit and generous heart. She rarely said "no" to anyone in need and was always willing to help in any way she could.
Cathy was predeceased by her parents, Virginia and Charles J. DeRider Sr.; her brothers, Thomas DeRider and Charles J. DeRider Jr.; and her sister and brother-in-law, Shirley and Ed Beck.
She is survived by her sister, Judy DeRider; her brother, Robert DeRider; and nieces and nephews.
In keeping with Cathy's wishes, there will be no calling hours or formal services.
The family would like to extend special thanks to the ladies of Calvary Chapel of the Finger Lakes who lovingly volunteered to transport Cathy to her dialysis treatments and for the love, friendship, and support they gave her as sisters in Christ.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Cathys's name may be made to Calvary Chapel of the Finger Lakes, 1777 Rochester Rd. Farmington, NY 14425.
To share a memory or express condolences online, please visit www.fullerfh.com