Obituary of Kevin Ridge

Kevin W. Ridge Age 47, died suddenly of an apparent heart attack Monday, March 23, 2015. He was born July 1, 1967 in Waupaca, WI to the late Geraldine (nee Berger) and Jack Ridge and was raised in Joliet, a 1985 graduate of Joliet Central High School. A U.S. Marine Corp Veteran who proudly served, being honorably discharged in 1994 after 9 1/2 years of dedicated service. Beloved husband of Cindy "Mouse" (nee Ariagno) Ridge; also surviving are children, Dale and Kristin Barnhardt, Caitlin and Brandi Ridge, Jordan and Kevin Ridge, Jr., Kyle, Jerry (deceased), Alise, Starr and Joey, as well as several grandchildren. Fond brother of Karen Ridge and many siblings. In addition, other survivors include many friends he considered brothers, including Al Smith, Jr. and Eagle Bob Coote; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Preceded in death by his parents; grandparents; Marine Corp comrades; and brothers and sisters from the biker community. He was a hard working individual who held various jobs throughout his life, sometimes juggling two or three at once. He always did what it took to get the job done. His favorite passtime was riding his treasured 1977 Harley Sportster. He was looking forward to the weather breaking to hit the open road. Kevin, a member of the Marine Corp League and the Belmont A.C., was well known among all the biker communities. Funeral Services for Kevin Ridge will be held Monday, March 30, 2015, at 10:00 a.m. at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black Rd. (at Essington), Joliet. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorials to his family would be appreciated and will be distributed in the future to various causes important to Kevin. Visitation Sunday, 2-6 p.m. at the funeral home. For information (815) 741-5500