John Robb Ridenour

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John Ridenour Obituary

John Robb Ridenour, 45, of Palm Coast, passed away January 6, 2007, at his home after a lengthy illness. He was a native of Cleveland, Ohio, graduating from John Marshall High School in 1978. In 1985, John moved to St. Augustine and started a landscaping business that was successful for many years. He later turned his career to restaurant management, overseeing local establishments such as Shoney's, Village Inn, Denny's, and Waffle House. John leaves behind his best friend and loving wife of 18 years, Patricia, as well as his daughter, Jessica, and son, Butch. Known for his strong traditional values and a heart of gold, he always placed quality time with his family as a priority in life, and was proud to have passed on his values of respect and generosity to his children. The simple things in life that John enjoyed the most were his love for motorcycles, rock n' roll music, making improvements to his home, and sharing time with friends and family. He was adored and respected by his peers, and will be forever remembered by those whose lives he touched. John was preceded in death by his father, Butch. Besides his wife and children, John is survived by his mother and caregiver, Beatrice Ridenour, and his constant household companions, Cozmo and Duncan. Other survivors include his brothers, Ronald and Joyce (sister-in-law) Ridenour, Donald Ridenour and James and Theresa (sister-in-law) Ridenour; grandfather, James Fletcher, Cleveland, Ohio; aunts, Aloma Guzzo, Alice Batenchuck, Mitze Ridenour, and Judy Cunningham, all from Ohio; brothers-in-law, Robert and Deb (sister-in-law), May of Maryland, and John May of Colorado. A host of nieces, nephews, and other relatives and sorrowed friends also survive John, all mourning their loss of a beloved family member and dear friend. A memorial service celebrating John's life will be held today (Thursday, January 11) at 3 p.m. at Moultrie Creek Nursing and Rehab Center. Condolences may be shared via the family guestbook at www.lohmanfuneralhomes.com. Arrangements are under the careful direction of Lohman Funeral Home Palm Coast.

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Published by Daytona Beach News-Journal on Jan. 11, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for John Ridenour

6 Entries

Debbie, Kathy, Tim , Mike & Patrick The Mencke Family

July 31, 2007

We all wanted to let you know that we are sorry to hear about John's death, are family had a lot of fun with John over the years from the day , John & Kathy got married,(that was a nice wedding), even though I was the made of honor I had a lot of fun dancing with him. He loved the animals group, ( The house of the rising sun was his favorite song ), the day he left for Fla, was a sad one he walked up the driveway and handed me the keys to his Thunderbird , and said Bye and walked up the street, we are just glad that he had childern and lived happy , are prayers are with his family , and John

Christina Borra-Williams

July 29, 2007

I recently learned of John's passing. Though I didn't know him personally I had met his children & knew his wife. I use to work w/her. My father & grandmother were residents at the facility & Patti was always so good to them. I know how dedicated she was to John as well. My heartfelt sorrow for this loss.

Margaret Mencke

January 11, 2007

We wanted to send our condolences to Beatrice and the whole family. We were very sorry to hear about John’s passing and also Butch’s passing. John was not only a friend from John Marshall High School but a husband and brother-in-law. We have all reminisced about the good times we had. We are happy that John created a loving family and our blessings go out to them. Take care.
Kathy Hist (Mencke)
Mike and Margaret (Stewart) Mencke

Chris Smolko

January 11, 2007

It was an honor and a privilege being one of John's closest friends for the last ten years. We had so much in common with each other that we were like brothers, right down to both of us being from Cleveland. It was never a dull moment being around John; trips to Daytona during Bike Week, front row tickets for a Judas Priest concert in West Palm Beach (I still don't know how I managed to get those), and beating that porcelain bathtub out of place with a sledgehammer! John, you've given me memories that will last a lifetime, and I'm sad that you're not here to laugh over them with me anymore. I miss you my friend, God bless you.

Debbie (Bangert) Price

January 10, 2007

John, I haven't seen you in 30 years but I remember you as one of my friends that hung out by the school on West 150th Street. You were shy and sweet and I am so saddened by your death at such a young age. My condolences go out to your wife, kids and mom, as well as the rest of your family. Rest in peace, Harvey.

Debbie Maag ( Mencke )

January 10, 2007

We are very sorry to hear about John's death, it has been 20 yrs since I have seen John but we always wondered how he was, the last y time I saw John was the day he left for Florida , he walked down the street with his bag & pool stick, he was my friend and brother-in-law and I will always miss him and think of the fun and good times we had, are prayers are with you for John,take care, Debbie ( John's Sister-in-law)

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