The Samuel Proctor Oral History Program mourns the loss of Thomas D. Rider, longtime Gainesville resident and former co-owner of Goering’s Book Store, who passed away on March 17. Mr. Rider moved to Gainesville in 1972 and started working at Goering’s Book Store, becoming the co-owner in 1981. The bookstore was for many years a treasure for readers and a true hub for the local community. Tom will be deeply missed by the Samuel Proctor Oral History Program.