Kenneth Ray "Kenny" Ridgley's Obituary
Kenneth Ray “Kenny” Ridgley, age 66, of Casey, IL passed away unexpectedly at 2:33 p.m. on Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at his home. He was born March 9, 1959 in Vincennes, IN the son of Raymond Edward Ridgley and Charlotte Jean (Corbett) Ridgley. On March 2, 1977 he married his high school sweetheart Alesia F. Ulrey in the Casey White Oak Church of God in Casey, IL.
Survivors include his loving wife of 48 years, Alesia Ridgley of Casey, IL; sons, Joshua Ridgley (Shawna) of Westfield, IL; Michael Ridgley (Jackie) of Alton, IL and Jordan Ridgley (Elyssa) of Martinsville, IL; grandchildren, Racheal Chumbley (Trevor), Jacob Ridgley (V), Quinton Ridgley (Boston), Johnathon Ridgley, Jackson Ridgley, Kennedy Ridgley, Mason Lunsford and Charlotte Ridgley; great grandson, Memphis Ridgley; sister, Debbie Finney (Doug) of Casey, IL; and many nephews, nieces, great nephews and great nieces. He was preceded in death by his parents, father and mother in law, John and Freda Ulrey: infant daughter, Sheena Tanielle Ridgley and brothers, Kent Lee Ridgley, Brian Keith Ridgley and Kim Allen Ridgley.
Kenny was a 1977 graduate of Casey High School. He was retired from Argosy Casino in Alton, IL and was also a member of Charleston Masonic Lodge. Kenny loved his family and cherished any time he could spend with them.
A private memorial service and Masonic Rites will be held for the family. Cremation rites will be accorded per Kenny’s wishes with a graveside inurnment at a later date at Casey Cumberland Cemetery, Casey, IL.
Memorial donations may be made to Boy Scout Troop #7, c/o J. Ridgley, 613 East Ninth St., Alton, IL 62002 or Casey White Oak Church of God, 3305 E. 1000th Rd., Casey, IL 62420
To view the full obituary, send a condolence message, light a candle, or post photos, please visit https://www.markwellfuneralhome.com. Markwell Funeral Home of Casey, IL is in charge of the arrangements.
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