. Donald P. Ridenour

Donald P. Ridenour age 43 of Stanton, passed away Sunday, February 7, 2010 at his home in Stanton. He was born March 24, 1966 in Lansing, the son of Ronald D. and Betty J. (Barnes) Ridenour. He is survived by his wife Dorene; 4 children Samantha, Zachary, Amanda and Shannon Ridenour all at home; brother John & (Gina) Ridenour of Lansing, sister in law Shelly Staffen of Stanton, Tonja Ridenour of Eaton Rapids and Helen Hall of Eldorado Springs, Missouri; brother in law Les Peiffer of Greenville; 6 nieces; 4 nephews; 2 great nieces and 1 great nephew. He is preceded in death by his parents Ronald & Betty Ridenour, brother Ronald D. Ridenour, II, sister Cathy Ridenour, his mother in law Karen Joffen and father in law Hugo Staffen. Memorial services will be 11 AM Monday, February 15, 2010 at the Marshall Funeral Home, Greenville.

Reflections
I look into the mirror
When I stare real long I see
The reflection of you there
Standing next to me.
The sadness in my heart
Is softened ever so much
By the memory of your laughter
And your not so gentle touch.
Fond memories that I have....
You playing air guitar with a chair
Though you were only yards away
A New Years eve you were not there.
There is no answer good enough
To accept the loss of you
I wait for empty words....
He had greater things to do.
I will continue forward
Though it is with heavy heart
Your family needs me now
Oh God...Where do I start
The road of life is rough
And treacherous along the way
No one saw this coming
Oh my, what a long...long day.

Dedicated to Don
Love Shelly Staffen

I was sadden to hear of Dons passing. I worked with him for many years and was a great co worker and friend. He always kept me entertained, he was a good guy. My thoughts and prayers go out to Dorene and the kids.
mrodenhouse@yahoo.com

I was sorry to hear of Don's passing. I hope the kids are okay. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for your family.
Mike and Barb Kosten and family.