Marines Memorial: Remembering the life, death and legacy of GERALD RIDGE
Ridge, Gerald Gerald M. Ridge, businessman, entrepreneur, philanthropist, and former Boston policeman, died peacefully at his home in Duxbury on January 31 at the age of 85 surrounded by his loving family and loyal caregivers. Gerry was born and raised in South Boston, an enduring connection that remained important to him his entire life. He was the seventh of ten children. He attended parochial grade school in South Boston and graduated from South Boston High School. In 1946, Gerry enlisted...
