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Stephen Ridgway Obituary
Stephen P. Ridgway, 66, of Clarks Hill, died unexpectedly on Saturday, January 3, 2015 at his residence.
He was born December 3, 1948, in Lafayette, to the late James and Betty Dowel Ridgway.
Steve graduated from West Lafayette High School in 1967 and Purdue University School of Management in 1972. He was the owner operator of Ridgway Construction since 1976.
His marriage was to Dawn Haas and she survives.
After graduating from High School Steve played Legion Baseball and was very active in the softball association. He enjoyed college basketball, camping and riding horses with his great nephews. Steve was a great man who will be missed by many.
Surviving is his wife Dawn, nephews Miles Ridgway, Tony Ridgway, Lorin Robinson, a niece Lorie Shaneyfelt, his great nephews and a great niece. Steve is preceded in death by his parents James and Betty Dowel Ridgway, and two brothers, Larry and Jim Ridgway.
Visitation will be form 4:00 pm until the time of the service at 6:00 pm on Thursday, January 15 at Soller-Baker West Lafayette Chapel, 1184 Sagamore Parkway, West Lafayette, IN with Rev. Guy Studebaker officiating. Private burial will be at Grandview Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
for Stephen Ridgway
Dave Woerner
January 16, 2015
Grew up next door to Steve & Jim & Larry from the time I was two. A whole bunch of us played football in his front lawn and wiffle ball in the street. Steve was one of the kindest and gentlest guys. You all may remember he won the Tippecanoe County Athelete of the Year his Sr. Year. You probably also remember his one handed shot from the opposing free throw line to beat Jeff that year also. Dawn, Mary Ann and I are so sorry for your loss. Remember how Steve used to laugh and laugh at the times we played Boogie Man in the dark at his house!! Steve was such a WONDERFUL Big Brother figure to me and all the other Schilling Addition guys. Dave Woerner, Nashville
Sherry Brown
January 16, 2015
Steve added a deck to my home when I lived in Lafayette - my family always looked forward to seeing him - he was so nice - and the work he did was the best I'd ever seen. So sorry to hear this. He left such an impression on us.
Karen Dawson
January 15, 2015
I know Steve from him shopping at Menards. Such a nice guy and always had a smile and a kind word. The sixteen years I have been there he came in almost every day and sometimes several times a day. He was a regular and the regulars are like family. He will be missed. RIP Steve...
Jennifer Umbarger Manson
January 15, 2015
With memories of pegged jeans, matching velour tops, Impala Chevrolets and mixers held after some great basketball moves, thoughts go out to the guy who made WLHS such a special place in my life.
Larry Lane
January 15, 2015
From the "Schilling Addition Gang" through high school a good friend, neighbor and classmate. God bless and protect your family.
Tom Hamilton
January 15, 2015
I knew Steve from our Morton Elementary School days. He was the coolest guy in the neighborhood but was always kind to us younger guys. My condolences to the family.
Ron and Connie Rodenbarger
January 14, 2015
Sorry to hear of your loss, Dawn. Take care and God bless and be with you at this time. Much love to you and your family.
Linda and Bob Tracy
January 14, 2015
Steve was one of a kind.
He did work for my husband and I several times and it was always done right. Always had time to stop and say hello and ask how we were doing and oh his smile spoke volumes. He will be truly missed.
January 14, 2015
So sorry for Steve's passing. "Plumber" was a good friend of my brother, John Lehman, and one very accomplished baseball talent. A gentle soul and the last of the Ridgeway brothers from WLHS. Rest in peace ..Stevie.
Bill Lehman, Twin Falls, ID
Jim Andrew
January 14, 2015
Steve was one of my oldest friends, we go back to grade school. I was also able to see him grow & succeed in his remodeling business . Steve worked hard and had a very good reputation along with many repeat customers. Steve had a very strong faith which helped him on his journey. There was always a bright smile, a positive attitude and words of encouragement when ever I saw him. A very unselfish giving person and I will miss him, but know he is in a very good place. My thoughts and prayers are with Dawn and family.
Lisa Lamb-Foster
January 14, 2015
Knew Steve thru WLHS. Had the opportunity to use his construction company, once with my parents & once for a friends house. Was so nice & did such a fantastic job. He was definitely "one of the good guys". He will be missed.
January 14, 2015
Our family knew Steve and family and we all grew up together. Our mothers were friends and we use to do many things together. Our prayers are with you Dawn and his family. He will be truly missed. Judy Tudor and the Tudor family
Bill Compton
January 14, 2015
Very sorry to hear this--Steve was a class ahead of me but was always friendly and encouraging when we were on the baseball team together. My sympathy to the family
Chris Sims
January 14, 2015
Dawn and Family, We are very sorry for your loss and are praying for you during these difficult times. I never got to know Steve really well, but from what I do know he was a great man and will undoubtedly be missed very much. Chris, Tammy, Kristel, and Michael Sims.
kathy haugen
January 14, 2015
dawn, so sorry for your loss may god bless you and your family in is time of sorrow kathy haugen (paul haugen prev dialysis pt of yours)
January 14, 2015
What g great guy and gentle soul.
Steve was older in high school, but always had time for a smile and letting me tease him about something.
Debbie Gocker Taylor
January 14, 2015
Steve and i grew up together he was a good person and friend to me he will be missed by all who knew him. Bill Weise
Starla Robinson
January 13, 2015
RIP Steve. Our Deepest Sympathy to the Family!! Starla Robinson, Tom Dixon & Family!
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