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Patricia Jean Ridge

1958 - 2022

Patricia Jean Ridge obituary, 1958-2022, Merced, CA

BORN

1958

DIED

2022

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Stratford Evans Merced Funeral Home

1490 B Street

Merced, California

Patricia Ridge Obituary

Patricia Jean Ridge
May 30, 1958 - September 13, 2022
Merced, California - Patricia passed away peacefully on September 13, 2022 after a five year battle with brain cancer.
Patricia was born in Carmel, California. As a child she moved throughout Merced County with her family. She attended Merced High School and started work right after: MCOE, Stuart Radiator and then PG&E for 40 years.
She married Bruce Ridge in 1980 and celebrated 42 years in June. They raised two daughters, were blessed with three grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Patricia was a voracious reader and bargain shopper; especially with her friends Anne, Pat and Shelley. She loved going to amusement parks and music concerts. She also loved the family's many pets.
Patricia is preceded in death by her parents Clyde and Neavis Huckobey, her brothers Hal and Gary Huckobey, and her father-in-law Allen Ridge.
She is survived by her sister Dana (Kenny) Wells, Livingston. Brothers Chris (Patty) Huckobey, Minnesota and Rod Huckobey, Merced. Her husband Bruce and their children Jana Reyes and Nicole Ridge. Grandchildren Brandon Reyes, Andrea Reyes, Makayla Reyes, Ethan Reyes; and great grandchild, Joseph Escalante.
There will be a private celebration of life at a later date.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Merced Sun Star on Sep. 19, 2022.

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Julie Bohn Brittain

October 24, 2022

Bruce, I was so saddened to hear of Patricia's death. I just heard this last weekend. My condolences to you and the girls

Greg Brawley

October 17, 2022

Bruce & Family, my most deepest and most sincerest condolences to you and your family with the passing of Patricia. We all go so far back, even before High School, such a sweet person it seems so tragic. My heart grieves for the family she leaves behind, I will hold you all in prayer.

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Dorene Souza

September 27, 2022

My deepest and most heartfelt condolences to Patricia´s family. May you find peace knowing she suffers no more.

Josh Glidden

September 24, 2022

I had the privilege of working with Patricia at PG&E in the 80´s. She was so great, so kind and such a joy to be around.

Julia Heitman

September 21, 2022

So sorry for the loss of such an amazing woman. I worked with Patricia at PG&E. She was a true inspiration. Great personality and her smile was infectious. Rest In Peace my friend.

Mary Blazina

September 20, 2022

Bruce, I´m so saddened by the loss of Patricia...Lori Pareira, Patricia n I hung out a lot in Hopeton in high school. Great memories...my prayers and condolences are with you and your family
Mary Blazina

Nanette Lacey

September 20, 2022

Bruce, Jana & Nicole,
I´m so sorry to see Patricia has passed. She fought a long battle & she was still always so positive & joyful. May she rest in peace.
Nanette Lacey

Kevin Huggins

September 20, 2022

Our hearts and prayers are with you today and always... Love Kevin, Rita, and Maci Huggins

David Bettis

September 19, 2022

My Deepest condolences to the family. A great co worker. Always a joy to be around. God Bless.

sandy and dan naranjo

September 19, 2022

jana and kids, we're so sorry for your loss. may the happy memories outweigh the sad ones.

sandy and dan naranjo

Tamara & George Bertaina

September 19, 2022

Tamara and I send our deepest condolences and a prayer for comfort to Bruce and to Patricia's entire family. May Patricia forever Rest In Eternal Peace ...

Nancy Chavez-Patnude

September 18, 2022

My sincere condolences, Bruce and girls and grandkids. remember it´s not goodbye it´s to you made again. May Patricia Rest in Paradise

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