Gary Lee Ridenhour

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Gary Lee Ridenhour, 66, of Holts Summit, passed away Monday, July 23, 2018, at Capital Region Medical Center.

He was born July 20, 1952, in Jefferson City, the son of the late Roy Lee and Juanita Ruth (Cook) Ridenhour.

Gary served in the Missouri National Guard from 1972-1978.

He was united in marriage on June 2, 1972, in Jefferson City to Deborah Elaine Smith who survives at the home.

Gary was a certified ASE automotive technician working at various dealerships including McKay Buick for 10 years.

Gary and his wife, Deborah spent many summers working with childrens ministry at church summer camps across several states. He also served as a childrens pastor for three years with First Assembly of God and several years with Pentecostal Church of God.

He attended Bible Baptist Church. He was a former Royal Ranger leader and a deacon with Western Hills Assembly of God.

He enjoyed fishing, camping, and playing his bass guitar.

Gary loved his family, spending time with his children and grandchildren. Everyone who knew him will remember him for his generosity, his sense of humor, and for his kindness.

Survivors include his wife, Deborah Ridenhour, Holts Summit; three children, Anthony (Molly) Ridenhour, San Diego, CA; Matthew Ridenhour, Jefferson City; Alecia (Tom) Mengwasser, Jefferson City; five grandchildren, Sabrina Ridenhour, Ethan Ridenhour, Isaac Mengwasser, Savannah Mengwasser, Benjamin Mengwasser; two siblings, Deborah Kohl, Holts Summit; Steve (Kim) Ridenhour, Jefferson City; mother-in-law, Elizabeth Smith, Holts Summit; and a brother-in-law, Michael (Belinda) Smith, Holts Summit.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and a daughter, Cristina Ridenhour.

Visitation will be 11 a.m. to 12 noon Thursday, July 26, 2018, at Bible Baptist Church.

Funeral service will be 12 noon Thursday, at Bible Baptist Church with Pastor Randy Dignan officiating.

Burial will be in Hawthorn Memorial Gardens.

Memorials are suggested to the Lymphoma Society.

Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Those wishing to send condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.

 

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  1. I am sorry to hear of the passing of Gary. I used to work with him years ago at Western Auto. Prayers for your family.

  2. Sending Thoughts and Prayers to Debbie and family. May wonderful memories give you strength.

  3. Debbie and family, I can’t begin to imagine how your hearts are hurting. Gary was a wonderful, Godly man. I have many fond memories from when he was my Sunday School teacher and Youth Pastor. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May you receive comfort in knowing how much Gary loved each of you.

  4. Debbie and families, You have our deepest sympathies. You are in my thoughts and prayers for a peace that passes all understanding which will guard your hearts and minds. I pray the comfort of the Holy Spirit surround you and keep you! Love you all!

  5. Sorry , for your lost, praying for the family. Gary is with his heavenly Father now, Will be missed, he is whole now, God grant you the strength to continue on, One day we all shall see him and Gary again, Praying. Sister Sally

  6. I’m very sorry for your loss. I remember when Gary taught Sunday School at First Assembly with his wife Debbie, and when he was the children’s pastor as well. I attended his Sunday School class and he was a good teacher. He will be missed.

  7. Matthew, I am really sorry to hear about the loss of your father. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Please let me know if I or anyone in the club can do anything.

  8. We were sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. He was such a blessing to many people. May the Holy Spirit comfort and strengthen the family in the days and months ahead. Daniel & Diana Luethje, Madison, WI

  9. Debbie and family, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers for a peace that passes all understanding. Gary was an amazing, Godly man who I know you will miss dearly. I have such wonderful memories from my time in Jefferson City. God Bless you all.

  10. ”Debbie and family” Sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family and friends, during this time of your loss. God bless you all

    Uncle Bob and Betty Ridenhour and family

  11. ”Debbie and family” Sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family and friends, during this time of your loss. God bless you all

    Uncle Bob and Betty Ridenhour and family

  12. ”Debbie and family” Sorry to hear of Gary’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family and friends, during this time of your loss. God bless you all

    Uncle Bob and Betty Ridenhour and family

  13. I am so sorry to hear about Gary’s passing. My prayers are with Debbie and family during this difficult time. I remember Gary and Debbie at 1st Assembly of God being very active in Children’s Ministry and the many lives they touched. They are an amazing and wonderful couple who always had a smile on their faces. I never saw one without the other most of the time. Thanks for the role model you have been for me. Gary was my adopted brother! My parents Pastor Herb Albright (who passed last September) and Shirley were very close with Gary and Debbie. I know my dad gave Gary a “big” hug in heaven. Gary received his crown!


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