We bid farewell to Gary Royce Ridge (Pleasant Grove, Utah), born in Provo, Utah, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on April 27, 2026 at the age of 79. Gary touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the vast expanse of eternity, may Gary find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may his legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.

Viewing was held on Tuesday, May 5th 2026 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Wednesday, May 6th 2026 from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM at the Pleasant Grove East Stake Center (825 S Loader Dr, Pleasant Grove, UT 84062). A funeral service was held on Wednesday, May 6th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (825 S Loader Dr, Pleasant Grove, UT 84062).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Utah Valley Mortuary

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May 05

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Pleasant Grove East Stake Center
825 S Loader Dr, Pleasant Grove, UT 84062

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May 06

Viewing

Pleasant Grove East Stake Center
825 S Loader Dr, Pleasant Grove, UT 84062

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May 06

Funeral service

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
825 S Loader Dr, Pleasant Grove, UT 84062

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May 6, 2026

Carol Bell lit a candle

“In loving memory of Gary Royce Ridge, May you be comforted by the outpouring of love surrounding you. I awoke this morning feeling Carl urging me to share the love we have for you and Gary and your family. You are the great ones!! We love you!!! Tom and I are so sorry for your loss and are thinking of and praying for you and your family. Tom Lemke, Carol Bell”

May 4, 2026

Mack and Sherry Albrethsen lit a candle

“Judy, some of our sweetest moments in life have been with you two. You and Gary are the dearest friends. We have endless love for you both. The main purpose of our earth life is to become more like the Savior. You and Gary have together been a beautiful example of that. We love you.”

May 4, 2026

Mack and Sherry Albrethsen planted 10 trees

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