James Ridgway

James L. Ridgway, age 69, a resident of Portland, passed away Thursday, July 12, 2018, at his home in Portland.

James was born Aug. 17, 1948, in Portland, the son of William and Mary Jane (Bullens) Ridgway.

James was a veteran in the United States Marine Corps during the Vietnam War. He also served in the National Guard.

James retired from The Commercial Review in 2010 as a press operator.

James was a past commander of the Fort Recovery VFW and was a life member of the Portland American Legion Post 211, where he served in the color guard for many years.

James married Ann Jennings on Feb. 8, 1992.

Survivors include:

His beloved wife — Ann Ridgway, Portland, Indiana

One son — Ron Ridgway, Mississippi

One step-son — Ted Jennings, Portland, Indiana

One step-daughter — Melissa Orme, Decatur, Indiana

Two sisters — Debra McGraw (husband: Michael), Portland, Indiana, and Sandra Wentz (husband: Samuel), Portland, Indiana

Three grandchildren and four step-grandchildren

James was preceded in death by a sister, Carol Stone; and a step-son, David Jennings.

Memorial services will be held at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2018, at Hickory Grove Church of the Brethren, 985 N. Indiana 1, Dunkirk, Indiana. Portland American Legion Post #211 will be in charge of military rites at the church.

Burial will be held at a later date in Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington, Virginia.

Condolences may be expressed at williamsonspencer.com.