Birth date: Aug 7, 1931 Death date: Mar 20, 2010
Edith Ridenhour, 78, of Ames, IA, passed away quietly at home on Saturday evening. She was surrounded by her son, daughter, daughter-in-law and her 3 dogs, Moose, Wiener and Rufus. A visitation will be will be 3:00 -- 8:00 pm with Read Obituary
Sorry Mom, I made a mistake above.
I love and will miss my mother very much. She has brought me great joy in my life. I am so over come by the out pouring of friendship from the people of Ames. I am so glad she did not have to suffer long, but her being with her friends at the end was such a comfort to her. I know that she loved you all. Mom, when my time comes I will be looking for you. Love, your son Michael
Edith and I used to take care of dogs for a friend of ours. Every time they were out of town Edith would call and we would visit for sometimes an hour. She had an amazing love of animals. If saw an animal she needed attention, she never fail to let the right people know. She knew how to make me laugh with her stories. She was an amazing woman. I will miss you Edith.
Edith and I worked at the Ames PD for a number of years and she was always a good friend. Her humor always was welcomed and she was just a good member of the Police Department. I can't remember anytime that she didn't greet you with a smile and a demeanor of friendship. People like edith is just another reason I still miss the Ames PD.
In the short time I knew Aunt Edith, she was a fun, spunky person with a great love for animals and life. Josh and I will surely miss her.
I am so very saddened to learn of Edith's passing. She was a kind hearted woman who was very thoughtful. She would bake for my husband and chase him down on his mail route or know which day he would deliver her mail and would have treats of some kind ready for him. Peace be with you, Edith and know that you will be missed.
Edith and I were neighbors for almost 6 years on Clark and often ran into each other while I worked at City Hall. Edith was a tough cookie with a sharp wit, but deep down was a very caring and loving person. I gave Edith a little red wagon that my kids no longer used. She would tell me everytime she saw me how great that little wagon helped her with her gardening. I am so glad I was able to be a small part of her life - she was a great lady and will be missed.
What a great photo of Edith, 1 of her 3 dogs, and her backyard flower/plant garden!
I loved her front yard & would visit with her in the front yard when out for my nightly walk thru our neighborhood.
Edith always had a big smile on her face and jovial spirit.
I remember her well from her meter maid years when she might have gotten me once or twice.
How appropriate your 1st post is from your former big boss, Denny Ballentine! :)
Rest in peace Edith; now I'm not sure how God will appreciate you ticketing him and your welcome wagon person at the front gate! :) lol
Since you ticketed the mayor and fellow officers, look out HEAVEN, HERE COMES EDITH on her patrol. :) hugs/kisses
Betty and Jack Gordon
neighbors on Clark Ave.
and DOT employees who knew husband Ron Wren .....
Edith was a wonderful woman and I had the pleasure of working with her for many years.
She was fun, full of life and a very good person. She will be missed.
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