Graveside Services for Kevin Ridgway, 60, of Lawrence, will be at 11:00 A.M. Thursday, May 14, 2026 at Memorial Park Cemetery in Lawrence. A visitation will be from 6:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. on Wednesday evening at Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home.
Mr. Ridgway died Thursday, May 7, 2026, at Lawrence Memorial Hospital, surrounded by his family. He was born on January 9, 1966, in Lawrence, KS, the son of Wayne and Ethel Ridgway. He graduated from Lawrence High School in 1984. He married Melissa (Fancher) Vincent October 7, 1995, in Jenkins, MO. They divorced in late 2008. Survivors include his mother, Ethel Ridgway, Lawrence, KS; a daughter, Bailey (Austin) Ridgway, Sugar Creek, MO; a son, Carson Ridgway, Oswatomie, KS; one brother, Mark (Debbie) Ridgway, Lawrence, KS; nephews: Bryce (Katie) Ridgway, Topeka, KS; Caleb (Mckenzie) Ridgway, Lawrence, KS.
Kevin spent many years as a construction foreman for Harris Construction. He then went on to work for Paul Davis Restoration. His last several years were spent as the head maintenance for Windsor Senior Living in Lawrence, KS.
Kevin had a love of old cars and motorcycles – which he loved restoring. He loved old outlaw country music, favorites being Merle Haggard and Waylon Jennings. He loved fishing – which is a love he passed on to his son. They spent many years fishing together. He loved the old shows on TV Land such as Sanford & Son, All in the Family and his favorite being The Andy Griffith show. One of his prize possessions was a Don Knotts autograph he got when he met him in person at the New Dinner Theatre in Overland Park, KS.
He was a deeply devoted family man. He cherished the moments with his family & kids and his dog, Lucy.
The family has requested that in lieu of flowers, please donate to the Kevin Ridgway Memorial Fund, care of Rumsey-Yost Funeral Home in Lawrence.
RIP Brother. You were a true friend years ago. Even though we grew apart later in life, you were a great friend. You were funny as heck my friend. You will be missed. Prayers to the entire family.
See you on the other side.
I’m so very sad to hear of Kevin’s passing. He had a recognizable energy and kindness when he spoke. I loved when he’d call and we’d catch up on life. When his medical issues started he had such a positive attitude and had a new plan for what the future would look like. He was so kind an appreciative of me, as his Insurance Agent and friend. He had been my customer for 10 years. He loved those close to him deeply and always shared great stories of the kids, fishing with his son, helping fix items at his mom’s house. The world is a sadder place without you my friend. Thank you for being so very wonderful. Big hugs and so much love to his loved ones.
We are so glad to have known him. He was the best neighbor a person could have. He will be missed!
Kevin was good people ! RIP . We both had a love for Chesapeake Bay Retrievers.
I am sorry to hear of Kevin’s passing. I worked with him at the Windsor. He always spoke highly of his family and loved to fish. A great friend always. Deepest Condolences 💐
Kevin was by my side from kindergarten until adulthood, when I moved to Tulsa, Oklahoma. We went to the same school, hung out at the same places, and shared a friendship that lasted decades. I was lucky I got to share the time I had with him as kids. Though we lost touch, I have never forgotten him. Today I learned that, after parting ways, we coincidentally ended up getting married on the same exact day and year, and we even named our sons the same name, “Carson”. Great minds think alike.
I’ll miss him. Condolences and prayers to his family.
Graduated with him 1984, He was a nice guy, Sad to see another classmate has passed, Condolences and Prayers to Kevin’s Family and Friends
I am so sorry for your loss. Kevin was a great guy. We had many an adventure as kids. Kevin was funny and he spread joy.
We knew Kevin most of his life. He was close friends with our brother. He was fun, funny, and hard working. We are so sorry for your loss.