Samuel Ryder
1858–1936 (age 78)
Biography
Samuel Ryder built his reputation and fortune as a seed merchant in Hertfordshire, cultivating a thriving business that reflected his love of the land and the English countryside. Though he came to prominence through commerce, he was equally known for his warm encouragement of sportsmanship and fellowship.
He is perhaps best remembered for the international golf matches that now bear his name, a lasting testament to his belief in friendly rivalry and shared pursuits; his legacy remains a quiet whisper in Hatfield Road Cemetery where he rests among the people he served.