Carolyn E. Ridder Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Carolyn E. Ridder of Saint John, Indiana, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Carolyn left this world on April 20, 2025 at the age of 79, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Vergil Lindberg and Eleanor Lindberg. She is survived by: her husband James B. Ridder; her children, Brian Ridder (Karrie Comatas) and Kristine Holland (Bill); her grandsons, Nicholas Ridder, Evan Holland and Michael Holland (Kylie); and her siblings, Kenneth Lindberg (Glenda) and Valerie Gervais (Dale).

Memorial contributions may be given to Grace Church (PCA) http://www.gracenwi.com..

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Smits Funeral Homes Ltd

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Wed

Apr 23

Visitation

Smits Funeral Home
2121 Pleasant Springs Ln, Dyer, IN 46311

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Apr 24

Funeral service

Smits Funeral Home
2121 Pleasant Springs Ln, Dyer, IN 46311

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Apr 24

Burial

Oak Ridge Cemetery
1966 Thornton Lansing Rd, Lansing, IL 60438

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