John Francis Ridgway, 53, of Boyertown, passed away April 13, 2026 at St. Francis Home in Mohnton.
Born in Lakewood, NJ, he was the son of the late John and Barbara (Stryker) Ridgway.
John found joy in simple things such as hiking at French Creek State Park, staying active by working out, and building whenever he had the chance. He cherished Sunday dinners with his children and grandchildren. For the past 10 years, John took pride in his hard work at AC Miller. He appreciated the relationships that were made with his coworkers over the years.
Surviving is his children Jessica Ridgway, Joseph Ridgway husband of Angel, Briana Ridgway, and John Ridgway, III; grandchildren Heaven, Rayaleigh, Jameson, and Archer; siblings Thomas Hanratty, Barbara Kinney wife of Jerry, Deborah Burdge, Stephanie Dice, and April Biuckians wife of Adam; and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held Saturday April 18, 2026 at 11:00 AM at Catagnus Funeral Home & Cremation Center, LLC., 711 N. Franklin St., Pottstown, PA 19464. Visitation will be held Saturday from 10:00-10:45 AM at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in John’s memory to St. Francis Home, 144 Hillside Dr., Reading, PA 19607.