Ruth Dukie Ridgell
October 31, 1944 ~ November 21, 2010
Services:
A Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, November 24th, 2010 at 1:00PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Chapel with Fr. Joseph Calis officiating. Interment will follow in the Charles Memorial Gardens Leonardtown, MD
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 24th, 2010 from 12:00 PM until 1:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Chapel.
Ruth Estelle “Dukie” Ridgell, 66, of Great Mills, MD died November 21, 2010 at St. Mary’s Hospital. Born October 31, 1944 in Hollywood, MD she was the daughter of the late William and Thelma McGee. Mrs. Ridgell was the loving wife of John Ridgell whom she married in Leonardtown, MD on September 17, 1966. She is survived by her children; John Morrison (Beverly) of Scotland, MD, Willie Ridgell (Marcia) of Mechanicsville, MD , Frannie Evans (Bobby) of Great Mills, MD and Cindy Ridgell of Great Mills, MD. Mrs. Ridgell is also survived by her siblings; Shirley Spalding of Hollywood, MD, Ann Trull of Robinsville, NC and Diana Rogers of Leonardtown, MD as well as ten grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren as well as numerous nieces’ and nephews. She is preceded in death by two siblings Phil Cusic and Mary Evelyn Fabrizio. “Dukie” was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County; she was a homemaker who will be remembered as a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend to many. She loved bingo, cooking and baking. She looked forward to the holidays; it gave her great pleasure to cook for and entertain all of her family and friends. The family will receive friends from 12:00 to 1:00 PM, November 24th, 2010 in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home; Leonardtown, MD with a service being held at 1:00 PM with Fr. Joseph Callis officiating, interment will follow in Charles Memorial Gardens Leonardtown, MD. Pallbearers will be Grandsons; Allen Ridgell, Billy Ridgell, Christopher Morrison, Gary Morrison, Robbie Evans and Steven Ridgell. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to The American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123-1718 or the Second District Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Squad, P. O. Box 1, Valley Lee, MD 20692.
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“Willie and Frannie there is nothing that I can say to ease you pain. Just know that she is always with you. My prayers go out to you and your familys.”
“Willie and family, my deepest sympathy, in the loss of your mother. “Don’t weep for me now that I’m gone. For I’ve joined Peter, Paul and John. I’m soaring with the snow white Dove. Delighting in the Father’s love. Don’t wish for me to leave this place now that I’ve seen the Master’s face. Although I’m not there by your side, my love for you will not subside. Don’t fret for me when night shall fall; I’ve answered Heaven’s rally call. I know you’re coming someday, too. And I’ll be waiting here for you. Don’t grieve for me, for I rejoice; I’ve heard the Savior’s gentle voice, And now I live–I’ve been set free. Please dry your tears–Don’t weep for me””
“Johnny & Family, Our thought’s go out to you in this most difficult time. Words don’t help but kind thoughts are a blessing.”
“Willie Im so sorry about your mom. I know she fought hard. Call me if you need any thing brother.”
“Frannie, Willie,Cindy,and Family, Sorry to hear about the passing of your Mother. GOD be with you in your time of sorrow. “
“Frannie, Bobbie, Steven, Robbie, Maggie, Lizie, Bree and Reagan; you are in our prayers. Your Mom/MawMaw is at peace and resting. She will never be forgotten as long as you carry her in your hearts.”
“Frannie, my heart felt sympathy goes out to you and your family…Please do not hesitate to let me know if you need anything at all…even if it’s just to talk…take care and my prayers are with you.”
“Diana,my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.”
“Willie and family we are very sorry for your loss. You are in hearts and prayers.”
“Willie, Frannie and Family, I am very saddened to hear about your mother’s passing. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.”
“My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time.”
“Willie and all of the Ridgell Family – my heartfelt condolences at this tough time. You will all be in my thoughts and prayers. Remember she’s in a better place than we are – God has truly received a wonderful angel. “
“”Willie and family, we are sorry to hear of your moms passing. God Bless.”
“Willie and Family, Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your Mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sadden time. We are sure she is at peace now in heaven. May Her memories live forever in your hearts!”
“To all the family, my sincere sympathy, prayers, and best wishes to all. It was a pleasure to have known Dukie and all her family. To Diana and Burris, I’m here any time you may need an ear. She will watch over all from the big bingo hall in the heavens!”
“Cindy& family sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.”
“Willie and family, I was so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Hold tight to your wonderful memories and they will help get you through the rough days ahead.”
“Willie and Family, I am truely sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. I know how deeply it hurts.Your mom is now in heaven with my mom and talking about their wonderful children and family’s they had . My mom thought of you just like one of her own. You would come over to our house and hang out with Jenny and the gang. Lots of special memories. Always remember when you feeling a little down,just think of all the good times you had with your mom, it will put a smile on you face, and it will help you get though some of those sadden days. God Bless you and your Family. “
“Johnny, Beverly, Leslie, Christopher and Gary, please accept our most heartfelt condolences. We will keep you and your extended family in our prayers. “
“No words can express our thoughts. We extend our deepest sympathy to the family. We are here if you need us.”
“I’m so sorry for your loss. Willie, she will always be with you. No matter what. Stay strong.”
“Willie, I’m so sorry for your loss. I know how close you were to your mom and I know her passing has broken your heart. If there is ANYTHING Sean or I can do, please don’t hesitate to call. Your friends are here no matter the hour and no matter the reason. My thoughts and prayers remain with you and your family during this tough time. Love you!!!”
“Willie and family, we are sorry to hear of your moms passing. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.”
“The Ridgell Family, please accept my deepest sympathy. May everytime you think of your Mom, may it bring a smile. “
“Willie and family, I feel so utterly helpless in trying to write comforting words for the loss of your mother. For I know her passing leaves a heartache no one can heal. Lean on your friends for strength, and always remember how much you are cared about. With all my Love, “
“Cindy and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Your mother was a wonderful lady and who had a heart of gold. She touched my heart and I am sure many others along the way. I enjoyed talking with her; she would let you know exactly what was on her mind, never held back. You could see how much she loved her family. I hope that all your wonderful memories will help ease your pain, keep them close at heart. “
“I was very sadden to hear about the passing of Ruth, she was a lovely caring person.”
“A loving and kind woman who will be missed by all who knew her. God bless her and her family. “
“Willie amd family, my deepest sympathy and prayers go out to you in this time of sorrow. To Ruth whom we now remember, may peace and bliss be granted in life eternal. May she find grace and mercy before the Lord of heaven and earth. May her soul rejoice in the ineffable good which God has laid up for those who fear Him, and may her memory be a blessing unto those who treasure it. Amen. “
“To Willie and all the family I’m so sorry for the loss of your Mom. She is at peace now and here suffering is over. God Bless All of you.”
“Willie, Frannie and family, “Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.” If you need anything let us know.”
“I can’t begin to tell you how much we love you and are going to miss you. I can’t begin to tell you how much happiness you brought to our lives. No matter what I did or where I went in life I always knew I’d have Dukie behind me and supporting me. Growing up you were like another mother to me, not just my aunt, as your kids were more like siblings to me. Most all of my childhood stories start with yours and Pops name! Even when I became an adult, you still never left my side and always supported me. Life will NEVER be the same again. Thank you for all you’ve done for us and the memories you’ve given me. You’ll never be forgotten Dukie! We love you with all our hearts…forever!! PS – When we meet again, Iam going to need some of Doo Doo’s french toast! :)”
“Willie and family, We are so sorry for your loss. We know this will be a very hard time for you. Just know that we love you very much and are here if you need anything. You know how to get in contact with us. “
“Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family. God Bless Mom she will be missed.”
“Willie and Family, Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your mother. She was a very special person. Remember, she will always be in your hearts, cherish the memories that you have of her. Believe that she’s in Heaven and no longer in pain. With love and support. “
“Maw Maw,We love you very much and you will be greatly missed, you were the glue that kept us together and the rock that kept us strong. Thank you for teaching us what it meant to fight and how to turn the other cheek. The lessons you have taught us will never be forgotten, only passed on to the younger ones. Robbie-if your are gone you will be on the minds of me, pops Cindy Mom and everyone else in our family you will be on our minds, prayers and thoughts. also even if I have to do it by myself your house come christmas will be lite up just as if you were here because you will always be with us you will never be gone I love you alot mawmaw. Love T and Robbie.”
“Mom you were my best friend and biggest supporter and my hero. You were my world. I love you and can’t imagine not getting my nightly good night calls or seeing your beautiful smile. I MISS YOU and LOVE YOU! LOVE, YOUR BABY BOY”
“Our love goes out to John, Johnny, Willie, Frannie and Cindy. Nothing anyone can say can replace your mom. She was a beautiful woman and mother to many. I will miss hearing her yell at us during the holidays from the kitchen. Fussing when we did something wrong. Hugging us to make it all right. She would do anything in the world for all of us. God has been blessed with a truely beautiful angel. WE WILL MISS YOU SO MUCH DUKIE.”
“Ruth will truly be missed by each one of us here in OPIS. Please know that you are all in our thoughts during this difficult time.”
“My sympathy is extended to each and every family member at this time. I always loved seeing Dukie. Hold onto and treasure your memories.”
“John, we graduated together from Ryken over 30 years ago and I have had the distinct pleasure of staying in touch with you. Lynn, I and Champion can only offer you the comfort of God’s promise of eternal life and the knowledge that we will pray for you and your family that God will temper your grief with the loving memmories of your time on Earth with your mother. TJ”
“Johnny and family, Sorry to hear of your loss. Dukie was a long time friend. Always will be remembered as a kind loving person. She always couldn’t wait until christmas. She loved putting up all her decorations out. She liked Halloween which was her Birthday, But I believe Christmas was here favorite. Also remember her favorite singer was Conway Twitty.T here is only a few people in your life that you meet that have a lasting impression on you, Dukie was one of those people. Always will be remembered and loved by our family.We are here if you need anything, day or night. Love always.”
“Willie ,Frannie & Family , We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you during this time. “
“John, Willie, Frannie and Cindy. I was so sorry to hear about Dukie. Your Mom and I used to have more fun when we worked at the old St. Mary’s Pharmacy. Francis and I will remember you all in our prayers. Francis & Dorothy “
“Diana, Ruth and Family, Although I never had the pleasure of meeting “Dukie”, I have heard wonderful things about her; how lovely of a woman she was and cherished so much by her family. May your memories of her stay close to your heart and help you find peace during this tough time. “
“Willie- you are in our thoughts and prayers. “
“Mom,only you and I know that these last few months have been heaven for both of us only now you are in real heaven. Holding your hand at night until you fell asleep and waking up and you reach for my hand again I will allways feel that. I don’t know how I’ll get through this but I’m sure you will guide me and help me like you allways do. I promise to take good care of Daddy and you know I keep my promise’s.I have spent my whole life with you and Daddy and wouldn’t want it any other way.Please know I love you very much and keep that thumb up you know what that means,and I ‘ll try very hard to do the same.I already miss you so much I can’t stand it. I will also look after Willie,Johnny, and Frannie you Mother Hen has to do her job. I love you Mommy! Your, Baby P.S. Give Granny a kiss for me.See you soon Kisses!!!!! “
“Frannie and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Your mom was such a neat person and will continue to hold places in the hearts of many including ours. Our thoughts are with you all.”
“To The Family, Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family as you struggle through the grief and sadness. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Frannie, Bobby and children,You are in my heart and prayers. I know this is hard for you, but just remember she is at peace now, no more suffering. May God Bless you all. Mom/Grandma “far away””
“To Dukie’s Family-There will be many hard days ahead of you but each one will bring memories and the warm feeling of her within you and her comfort that she would have given to you if she were here. Your tears will flow in the river of love and your hearts will smile at the heavens where she waits for you. God bless you all and my prayers are with you. Mary Jane Bowles (Ridgell)”
“Frannie and Family we love you very much! Christmas will not be the same, but I have No doubt your Mom will still be there….Our thoughts go to your family. Your mom will be missed.”
“Aunt Dukie will be greatly missed by all of us. She was a kind lady with a huge heart and wouldn’t think twice about giving you some of her great cooking. Cherish all the memories and keep her close in your heart. We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. “
“Johnny, John,Franny, Willie and Cindy; I’m so sorry to hear about Dukie. She was one of a kind. I know how much she loved each and evryone of you. I remember the bingo nights we used to have. You all made them so much fun, we didn’t win much money, but we sure had alot of fun. I have many fond memories of the family. She is at peace now with the Lord. Take care and God Bless all of you.”
“Johnny Boy & children, Sorry to hear Dukie passed away.Iknow all of you will miss her!I remember the 1st tme she came to my parents house with you and right away I liked her very much! She will always be at your side in spirit such a sweet lady! Rest in peace Dukie! Jean”
“To the Family, The memories of your momma will always be cherished. I remember as a child comming over with Dad and playing cards she was always looking to have a good time. Sorry for your loss.”
“Maw maw, I love you so much you mean the world to me you were the backbone that kept us strong and together. You taught us how to be tough yet know when to turn the other cheek and never back down from something you believe in. You were always there for us whenever we needed you. I love you so much maw maw and I can’t wait to see you again. Love you maw maw, Allie”
“Frannie, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. I’m sorry I couldn’t make it to the services but know that I’m here if you ever need anything! “
“Dina and family, I am saddened to learn of Dukie’s passing. I know you will miss her greatly. She was such a loving person who leaves a rich legacy. You will be in my prayers.”
“Our sympathy goes out to the Ridgell family.”
“I’m so sorry Willie and Family to hear about Mrs. Dukie. My thoughts and prayers ar with you all. Stay strong, and remember the great memories you have with her. Love you all.”
“May you find comfort in each others stories and cherish the memories of your mom’s life Lessons… God Bless”
“I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Love, Brian, Kim, Ashley Jo & Austin””
“To the Ridgell family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Johnny,and family oure thoughts and prayers with you. May God bless her.”
“Frannie and family, We are so sorry for your loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Paula and Steve”
“CINDY YOUR LOSS IS MY LOSS TO. I LOVED HER JUST LIKE FAMILY YOUR FATHER AND MOTHER WAS A MATCH THAT ONLY A FEW PEOPLE WISH UPON AND THEN TO HAVE A WONDERFUL DAUGHTER LIKE YOU ONLY MADE IT MORE WONDERFUL SO SAY STRONG FOR YOUR DADDY I LOVE YOU.PATTY”
“JOHNNY BOY & FAMILY, OUR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU DURING YOU TIME OF GRIEF. I’M SURE DUKIE WAS WELCOMED INTO HEAVEN. LOVE, LINDA & BUCK”