Birth date: Aug 24, 1947 Death date: Mar 10, 2023
Joseph J. Ridgway, of Cinnaminson, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on March 10, 2023. Born in Philadelphia, PA to the late James and Esther (nee Clark) Ridgway, he was 75 years old. Joe was the beloved husband Read Obituary
I have many memories of playing with Joe as a kid. Among the 25 "Clark" cousins, there were 4 others about my age and Joe was one. We went thru St. Joe's together. Then in 1975 when I really needed a friend, Joe just showed up. He moved me in his van from Philadelphia to Massachusetts. We spent a lot of time together on that journey. I'll never forget that selfless and extremely timely effort. Never.
To Janet, Justin, Kevin and the rest of the Ridgeway family, my condolences to you. Joe was a great friend, co-worker, and mentor. I learned so much from him during my time at the office. Joe was a dedicated officer who really loved his job and loved to share his wisdom with the newer officers. Joe was also a dedicated family man who talked about all of you frequently.
Rest in peace my friend!
Jim Muth
Dear Janet and your family
We are very sorry to hear about the passing of Joe. We will keep you in our prayers. I always loved seeing him at the carnival. Joe is now resting in peace with our Lord Jesus Christ.
Love Carol and bob Flynn and family
The two best things about the second week of June are the St Charles Borromeo Carnival and volunteering with Joe. We had the privilege and honor of laughing everyday for twenty years with Joe. He was never at a loss for words and we all better people because of him. However he wasn’t all fun and games. When I took over one of his many carnival jobs Joe was always available when I needed to bounce an issue off him. He was never too busy and always helpful. To say that he will be missed is the biggest understatement I ever heard. Rest In Peace our friend.
Janet, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. Like many others, I have many good memories of Joe as both a friend and a coworker. We began our careers as U.S. Probation Officers on the same day, reporting for training in the office when it was located above the donut shop on Market Street in Philly. Joe was one of the most dedicated officers I had the honor and pleasure to know and work with. I haven't spoken to him these many years since retiring but have spoken of him many times when reminiscing with old friends from the office. You and your family can take pride in the job he did as as a PO. Wishing you happy memories of your life with Joe. Old friend,Bill Heim.
Janet and family, I worked at the US Marshals Office and knew Joe from when he was at Probation. I always teased him that he only came to see me when he needed something. I was usually right, and we would laugh about it often. I can still hear him bouncing into my office saying, "Hey, NOW we're having fun!" I'm sure you will have eternal fun, Joe... happy, healthy and forever young. My prayers for your family - for strength, courage and the comfort of happy memories. God bless you all.
Janet and Family,
James and I were so sorry to hear about Joe's passing. His smile will always be remembered and how James loved to have conversations with him will be missed. We are glad to have considered him a friend for the past few decades. I am upset that we will be away this weekend, but please know we are thinking about you all with love.
James and Susan Lafferty
Joe was such a pleasure to work with at Riverton Country Club, he was never without a smile and a kind word for all he came in contact with. I certainly will miss seeing him as Golf season gears up in the spring. I know he has a special place in heaven, as he was a good servant to our Lord and Savior. Until we meet again Joe, rest easy.
Denise & Mike Guglielmucci
My heartfelt sympathy to the entire Ridgeway family. Joe worked at the U.S. Probation Office for over twenty-five years. He had strong connections with all staff while there, and after retirement, he would get to know new staff and happily share "old" stories. He was so good-natured and charismatic that everyone who knew him liked him.
