Ruie Edward Winchester Jr. Obituary

The world bids farewell to Ruie Edward Winchester Jr. of Springville, Tennessee, departing on September 4, 2025 at the age of 78. Ruie leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ruie Edward Winchester Jr. to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Ruie Edward Winchester, Sr. and Iris Christine Winchester; his former wife Jean Winchester; and his siblings, Darlene, Linda and Ronnie.

He is survived by: his wife Judith Sue Melton Winchester of Springville, TN; his children, Jason Winchester (Tamera) of Brownsville, TN, Geoffrey Winchester (Jennifer) of Halls, TN, Karen Michelle Winchester of Newbern, TN and Stephen Winchester of Dyersburg, TN; his stepchildren, Russell Chism (Nancy) of Halls, TN, Kenneth Chism of Dyersburg, TN and Wendy Thompson (Bill) of Martin, TN; and his sisters, Iris Faye and Connie. He is also survived by three grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Ridgeway Funeral Home

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September 8, 2025

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“I just couldn’t believe this pawpaw! You actually had 8 grandchildren.. you’re the only pawpaw I ever knew! I’m so happy you can be with your true love now🤍 until we meet again, we all love you!!!”

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