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Charles Ridge Obituary
MSgt. Charles Lloyd Ridge, U.S. Air Force (Ret) age 77 of Cibolo passed away on March 2, 2010. He was preceded in death by his parents, Loyal Luke & Mary Lucille (Leonard) Ridge and his beloved wife, Shirley Winfred Ridge. He is survived by his children, Ronald Ridge & wife Elaine of Cibolo, Bryce Ridge & wife Michelle of Round Rock, Lisa Meiners & husband Michael of New Braunfels, Connie Gembler & husband J.R. of Marion, and Jeffrey Ridge & wife Casandra of Schertz; brothers Terry Ridge and Larry Ridge, both of South Carolina and sisters Linda Barnhardt and Barbara Owens, also of South Carolina. Charles was also blessed with 19 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren, as well as his constant companion TJ, his loyal Sheltie. Charles proudly served in the U.S. Air Force for 22 years. He completed the last years of his career as the manager of the Randolph Air Force Base Officers Club. Not one to shy away from a challenge, he became the Concessions Manager for the San Antonio Spurs, a position he held and enjoyed for 20 years. After retiring from the Spurs organization, he lived the rest of his life comfortably in Cibolo. His loving family treasured caring for him and is blessed with many wonderful memories. All services for Charles will be held at the Schertz Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 5:00 PM until 7:00 PM on Thursday, March 4, 2010, and the Funeral Service will follow at 7:00 PM, with the Reverend Sean Metcalf officiating. Interment with full military honors will be at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery on March 5th, 2010 at 9:45 AM. You are invited to sign the electronic guestbook at www.schertzfuneralhome.com Arrangements are with:
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March 7, 2010
Dear Connie,
I am so sorry about the passing of your dad. I look forward to hearing the many funny stories and memories you two have made over these last few years. I know he loved you and he knew you loved him. It doesn't get any better than that. Love you, Liesa
March 4, 2010
Brice & Ron (and members of the Ridge family),
You are all the legacy of the Ridge family, so know that God is with each of you in your walk of life in this Earth-realm. May your comfort be in knowing that Dad is not suffering anymore, and that he lived a good life. God has called him on to glory, something we all must do one day. Be an encouragement to one another, as you endure the loss of your Dad. Make your parents proud of the legacy you leave.
Be blessed,
Tony, Gwen, Lindsey and Brandon Logan
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