Ernie “Danny” Rider, 73 of Ponder, passed away Sunday, March 29, 2020. He was born October 31, 1946 in Jacksonville, Texas. He is survived by his loving wife, Eska Rider; son Kevin Rider and his wife, Leah; daughter, Michelle Rider; granddaughter, Lauren Rider; brothers, Anthony Rider and Christopher Rider; and numerous other family members and friends. Due to the public health crisis, a Celebration of Danny’s Life will take place at a later date.