Joseph "Bill" Ridolph (February 14, 1943 - February 28, 2013)

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Joseph "Bill" Ridolph
  • February 14, 1943
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  • February 28, 2013

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Ridolph, Joseph W. (Bill) of Miami Lakes passed from the earth on February 28, 2013 after a long battle with Parkinson’s and Lewy Bodies Disease.  Bill leaves behind his beloved wife Conni, who he often referred to as “my wife, my life” or as “my bride, my pride.”  They had been soul mates in life as they will in the hereafter.  Bill and Conni have been happily married since December 21, 1986.   Bill also leaves behind son Gregory (Laurel) of Tampa, Florida, daughters Cathy of Davie, Florida, and Laurie of Nashville, Tennessee, his brother Ed (Sara) of Lake Worth, Florida, his grandchildren Kaitlyn, Alexis, Dylan, and Logan, nephew Douglas James, and nieces Linda, Susan, Shelly, Margaret, Jenna, Lilly, and Claire.   Those who knew Bill will remember his fast clever wit that made everyone around him laugh.  Yet he also liked challenges that required thinking out of the box.  He loved the oldies (50’s and 60’s) music, and he was a noted authority on old time rock and roll.  In addition, Bill loved to swing dance.   Bill managed to work out four days a week, and as an avid sportsman, he enjoyed snow skiing and scuba diving.   He also played slow pitch softball in Dade County for over 30 years starting at the Benny Babcock Park where he worked as a recreation leader in the early 60’s.  While playing in the initial flag football league with the City of Miami, Fireman team mate Jerry Camp nicknamed him “crazy legs,” a name that still sticks.   Bill was an active member of his community.   He was a member of Hialeah/Miami Springs Rotary as well as the Dade/Broward March of Dimes where he was awarded the Order of the Battered Boot.   He was also a long time member of the Miami Association of Food Trade where he served a year term as President, assisting the organization as it awarded college scholarships to students in Dade and Broward counties.  Bill also enjoyed working with his high school alma mater (Miami Jackson Class of 1960) where he served on every reunion committee except one and served as Chairman of three reunions.   Bill and Conni enjoyed traveling all over the world with Moorea in the Tahitian Islands as their favorite destination.     Suggested donations or memorials may be made to the Parkinson Foundation at University of Miami/Jackson Hospital or Vitas Hospice at New Smyrna Beach. A memorial service and celebration of Bill’s life will be held at a later date.  

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  1. Ed & Barbara says:
    13 Apr 2013
    I believe there is Heaven, and I also believe Bill is there rockin out with Elvis and many others just waiting for us to join him. And when we do, we don't have to leave before the encore to beat the traffic anymore. Much Love to you Conni.

  2. Stan Zlocki says:
    04 Apr 2013
    Conni, I am so sorry. Seeing Bill used to be one of my highlights. He always had a way of brightening up my day. Though Mary I had little contact with you over the past 15 years, we will remember him and the good times we shared. Please accept our deepest sympathies. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  3. Marilyn And Casey Suarez says:
    18 Mar 2013
    Conni, We will all miss Bill so much. Some of our best vacations were spent with you both. I am happy he is in a better place and I know Joe Willy will be watching over us. God bless you and your family through these times. Much love.

  4. Verna (Braddock) Campbell says:
    07 Mar 2013
    My prayers for you Conni are peace and comfort as you remember the wonderful memories you have of Bill. He was well loved and we are so thankful for his work keeping our Class Reunions alive. Bill will be missed by all of us.

  5. Penny Heines says:
    06 Mar 2013
    Conni,
    Today and always, may loving memories bring you peace, comfort, and strength. I'll keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
    Penny Heines

  6. Beverly Coates says:
    05 Mar 2013
    Conni, My deepest sympathy to you and all the family. Bill was not only a great cousin but like my brother. I remember the times I visited and Bill & Conni showed me a wonderful time especially the sights in Miami and I especially remember being in the Keys with your family which was a real treat. He will be missed. Love to all of you, Bev

  7. Fred Grimes says:
    05 Mar 2013
    I still think about our first skiing trip together. Bill was a pro and I was a rookie. He helped learn the basics of skiing. We had a great time on our trips to Lake Tahoe. We had many laughs and Bill was one of the leaders. I miss the people who went all thoughs years especially Tommy, Hoyt and Bill. I know if there's snow in heaven Bill will be skiiing every day. Thanks for the laughs my friend.....Fred

  8. Maryann Nolan says:
    04 Mar 2013
    What a long time it seems when I think back to high school, but it was a great place to be and one reason for that was "Bill' A good guy, a good friend,
    May he rest in Peace and May you Conni cherish all the lovely memories you have of him and your life together,
    Maryann Nolan -Jackson 1960

  9. Sarah Jennison says:
    03 Mar 2013
    Conni,
    What a beautiful life story and tribute to Bill. I enjoyed reading more about him and your lives together. So many beautiful and wonderful memories you made. I know they will bring you much comfort in the days ahead. We should all be so lucky to enjoy the life partner and love you found in Bill. XO

  10. Jackie(coates)Beecher says:
    03 Mar 2013
    Conni,I was so sad about Bill's death. He was very loved by all I have wonderful memories of him when I was growing up. He called me about 6 months ago and I was so happy to get to talk to him You take care and you are in my thoughts.

  11. Stuart Weinstein says:
    03 Mar 2013
    I first met Bill having played softball against him. He was a fierce competetor however a great person. The last time I saw Bill was at a Miami Dolphins practice several years ago. We shared reflections on our softball careers. I was most sorry to read about Bill having passed. My prayers are with his family during this time.

  12. Charlotte says:
    03 Mar 2013
    Conni - thoughts and love to you.

  13. Wendy Schwoerer says:
    03 Mar 2013
    What an amazing life Bill lived! I hope that the memories and laughter you shared together will give you peace and the knowing that he is in a better place.

    Love you!

  14. cynthia( coates) Davis says:
    02 Mar 2013
    Iam saddened to hear of the passing of my cousin Bill. He would send me postcards of the concerts he had gone to,and when he came for a visit, we would sit and put a scrapbook together. I looked forward to his visits and mail from Fla. Light hearted,fun to-be around always a big smile.I willG miss him dearly. Hugs and kisses to all of the family.

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    Bill with friend and family
    Bill with friend and family

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    Bill with Kids
    Bill with Kids

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    Bill with mom
    Bill with mom

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    Bill's Grandchildren
    Bill's Grandchildren

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    Bill and Conni Wedding
    Bill and Conni Wedding

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    Bill at Vicki's Wedding
    Bill at Vicki's Wedding

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    Ski trip with good friends
    Ski trip with good friends

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    Bill with the guys at Casey's house
    Bill with the guys at Casey's house

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    Bill Conni  Molly Pepper
    Bill Conni Molly Pepper

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    Bill in the Keys
    Bill in the Keys

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    Bill and Laurie
    Bill and Laurie

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    Joe Willy
    Joe Willy

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    Bill With Ed and Sara
    Bill With Ed and Sara

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    Bill and Cathy
    Bill and Cathy

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    Bill and Conni
    Bill and Conni

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    Bill and Conni 2
    Bill and Conni 2

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    Bill and Greg
    Bill and Greg

  32. Mickey Noone Capeletti says:
    02 Mar 2013
    Sorry to hear of Bills passin. I worked with him at Babcock park and we continued to be friends fors years We reconnected again when I taught the kids at North Twin Lakes. He will be missed

  33. Linda (Ridolph) Lisowski says:
    01 Mar 2013
    We love you Uncle Bill and will miss your crazy ways-- and pinky rings! Say hi to Nan and Pop! Our deepest sympathies Conni.

  34. Ken & Linda (Babcock) VanNoy says:
    01 Mar 2013
    Conni - I was saddened to learn of Bill's passing. I remember the good times when he would come to Aunt Helen's in the mountains of PA for a visit. He always brought a smile to everyone faces.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

  35. Kim Mullins says:
    01 Mar 2013
    Conni, my deepest sympathy go out to you and the whole family at this most difficult time. Bill was a wonderful man, that I loved dearly! I'm so thankful for the times I did share with him, him coming up here to leaf peep and our annual trips to Atlantic City. Please take comfort in knowing he is now in God's loving arms, no longer in pain and wouldn't want us mourning but going on, which is very hard to do. I love you and our door is always open if you just want to get away. You are all in my thoughts & prayers! Love to All. Kim, Joe, Joey & Jonathan Mullins & Aunt Lee

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