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Roy Ridgway Obituary
70, of Massillon, passed away peacefully Sunday morning, Sept. 3, 2017. Born in Massillon, Jan. 20, 1947, a son to the late Harry and Velma (Barr) Ridgway, Roy was raised by his maternal grandparents, Albert and Helen Barr and graduated from Perry High School with the Class of 1965. Honorably discharged from the US Army, he served in Vietnam and received the Army Commendation Medal. His grandparents instilled Roy with his values and work ethic. The army trained him to do a job he loved. Following 18 years with Young Truck Sales in Canton, Roy started his own successful business, relying on his skill as a heavy equipment operator to found R.L. Ridgway Mechanical Services. He invested more than 25 years in his business and it proved to be his true calling and passion. When he had time to call his own, he enjoyed watching the OSU Buckeyes or spending quiet time in his garden. But most special was the time spent with his wife and family and dear friends.
Preceded in death by his parents and grandparents; Roy is survived by his wife, Judy L. (Gallagher) Ridgway, of the home; his daughters, Kimberly (Troy) Boda and Tracie (Jack) Leininger, all of Canton and a step-son, Steve Riblett, of Massillon; his grandchildren, Seth, Sarah and Emily Boda, Jordyn Leininger and Austin and Dallas Riblett. Also surviving is a brother, Jerry Ridgway.
Formal services including military honors and burial at Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery will take place at a later date. A military salute honoring all living and deceased veterans – including Roy, who graduated from Perry High School is being scheduled for the near future and an additional detailed announcement will be made to confirm the location, date and time. The family has suggested memorial contributions in Roy's name be made to advance the mission of Aultman Hospice. Arrangements have been entrusted to Atkinson Feucht Hare Funeral Home in Massillon. To sign our on-line guestbook, please visit, www.atkinsonfeucht.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Roy Ridgway
Paul Jackson
September 8, 2017
The family of Roy Ridgeway you will always be in all our hearts and prayers he was a wonderful classmate Perry High School class 1965 God bless always sincerely Paul Jackson
Carol Bradley
September 7, 2017
So sorry for your loss Judy, Steve and Austin..he is now free from pain and in a better place..God bless!
Debbie&Anton Salopek
September 7, 2017
Expressing sympathy is never easy..all we can say is how sorry we are.
Warren Welz
September 7, 2017
I have known Roy for many years. I know he is in a better place, with no more pain.
John A Mann
September 7, 2017
To Roy's family, I send my deepest condolences.
Melonie Bradley
September 7, 2017
My deepest condolences Judy for you all. Roy was such a wonderful man! I always enjoyed the times I spent with you both and will always treasure those memories. May he rest in peace
With love and prayers,
Mel
larry sarbaugh
September 7, 2017
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Vicki Wilson (Lashinske)
September 7, 2017
Roy you have always been special to me. I've know you since I was a little girl. You will always live in my heart forever. RIP....
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