John-Ridder-Obituary

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John P. Ridder

Jacksonville, Illinois

Oct 21, 1923 – Dec 7, 2022

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BORN
October 21, 1923
DIED
December 7, 2022
LOCATION
Jacksonville, Illinois

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Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home - Jacksonville Chapel Obituary

John P. Ridder, 99, of New Berlin, IL, passed away on Wednesday, December 7, 2022, at Cedarhurst Assisted Living in Jacksonville, IL.  A fitting tribute for a decorated WW II veteran to die on Pearl Harbor Day.

John was born October 21, 1923, in Jacksonville, the son of John J. and Effie...

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May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

John was a kind and well respected person in the area . We should all be proud of his service to our country ,

Dear Cherie and family,
Bob and I would like to extend our deepest sympathies. Humble, kind, and a devoted family man are words that I would use to describe John. Sadly, another member of the greatest generation gone. Well done John, rest in peace.
Sallie Pearson

Thank You for your Service. American Veterans Stand and Salute You! Let Valor Not Fail.

I am sorry for the family's loss. I met Mr. Ridder as a resident of Cedarhurst, where my mother also lives. I learned he was a friend of my Dad, Jack Yording, when they were in school together in Jacksonville. He was always very pleasant & loved to sit ( & nap) outside whenever he had the chance. He was always present for Sunday Sundae! He will surely be missed, but is now resting in peace.

Cherie We were saddened to hear of John's demise. We considered him a friend. A good man who will be missed. Joe & Joyce Fromme Parrottsville TN

One word describes John Gentleman

Hugs and prayers!!!

A wonderful, kind man! He will be greatly missed. Our sympathies -- Andrea Bridges Mills