Jack Riden, 88, of Kennett Square, died Dec. 10, at Quarryville Presbyterian Retirement Community in Quarryville. He was the spouse of the late Sandra (Yocum) Riden, with whom he shared 57 years of marriage. Born in Burnham, Pa., he was the son of the late Paul Riden and the late Alice (Atkinson) Riden.
Jack joined the Navy upon graduating and was in the Navy for 2 years and was honorably discharged.
His first job out of the Navy was with General Electric in Cincinnati, Ohio. He then worked for Machinery Associates where he became a partner.
Jack and Sandra lived for over 20 years in Camp Hill, before moving to Berwyn, and eventually Kennett Square.
Jack loved to golf, play bridge, horseshoes, boating, and travel. He and Sandra loved to go to Maine, and many places out west. He also liked to spend time with his family, especially his grandchildren.
Jack will be remembered for his sense of humor, storytelling, and generosity.
Jack is survived by his children, Leslie Staats and husband, Kurt, of North East, Md.; Kurt Riden and wife, Jackie, of Etters, Pa.; and Allison Ingaglio of West Grove; his seven grandchildren who called him Pap: Ryan, Ian, Cody, Zak, Avery, Erin and Caitlin; and his 4 great-grandchildren, Myla, Alara, Noah and Oaklee.
A celebration of life was held on Jan. 18, at the Hilton Garden Inn in Kennett Square, PA 19348.
Arrangements are by Matthew Grieco of Grieco Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. (484-734-8100) of Kennett Square, Pennsylvania. To view Jack’s online obituary and leave condolences, please visit www.griecofunerals.com.
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