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John Ridgway Obituary
Mr. Ridgway was born on November 30, 1941, in Columbus, OH, but soon after his birth his parents moved to California.
He and his wife, Jean, were married in 1990 in Torrence, CA. They lived in California until his retirement in 2002 when they moved to Crossville. He loved fishing, working in his flower gardens and going to bluegrass festivals. He loved big and will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
He is survived by his wife, Jean Ridgway; brother, George Ridgway; sister, Sharon Boogren; and children, John Ridgway, Jr., Robert Ridgway and Cindy Ridgway.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded by his brother, Bill Ridgway.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Arrangements and Care provided by Bilbrey Funeral Home and Cremation Service.
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76 E. Adams St. P.O. Box 665, Crossville, TN 38555
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