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Christopher John Ridley, age 31, of Atlanta, passed away August 30, 2020.
Chris was born on January 3, 1989 to Tiffany Ridley and Bryan Chenault. He was raised in Atlanta, GA where he attended Banneker High School. Chris worked a little while at The Tire Shop. After leaving there, he began his lifelong career with Kroger. Over the years, Chris rose through the ranks to become the Overnight Perishables Manager, which was his role for many years.
Chris was a simple man who enjoyed his family and collectible cars. He was a proud father who could often be found at his girl’s activities or his son’s football games. When Chris wasn’t spending time with family, he was focusing on his cherished classic cars. He especially loved his old Ford Crown Victoria. Chris’ favorite colors were red and black. He was funny and loved a good joke. Chris’ favorite place to be was at the beach. He visited Key West and Mexico, but he especially loved Panama City Beach. Chris was reserved around most people. Although when it came to friends and family, he was the life of the party. Chris had a smile that lit up a room. He had a heart for animals, particularly his American Bully, Brandy. Chris was truly a genuine person. He was a loving husband, father, provider and protector of his family.
Chris leaves behind his beloved wife: LaKija Rushaw Ridley; children: Jaquon Ridley, Chyna Ridley, Ta’liyah Ridley, Harold Ballard, Adalyah Broughton and Traevon Brown; father and step-mother: Bryan and Sheila Chenault; mother: Tiffany Ridley; grandmother: Mattie Dukes; sisters: Richell Ridley and Chequita Ridley, all of Atlanta; brothers: Bryan Chenault, Jr, of Gwinnett and Bernard Hunter of Atlanta; mother-in-law: Cheryle Evans of Decatur; a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.
A Balloon Release Ceremony will be held in Chris’ honor at 4 PM on Saturday, September 5, 2020 at Oakland City Park, 1305 Oakland Drive SW, Atlanta. The Ridley family is being assisted by Georgia Cremation, 1086 Hwy 54 West, Fayetteville. Messages of condolence may be left at www.GeorgiaCremation.com.
Dennis Powell says
A true friend indeed, he’ll never be forgotten.
Chequita says
Goodbyes are not forever. Goodbyes are not the end. It simply means that I’ll miss you. Until we meet again!
A wilson says
Condolences to the family.
Chanda says
Rest Up Chris 🙏😥 Gone But Never Forgotten #Childhoodfriends. My Condolences To Your Family and Kids, May God Give Them the strength they need at this time
Chandra Brooks says
I didn’t get a chance to meet him but the way he had my sister glowing i knew he were a great Husband and loved her. My deepest sympathies to Kija and His Family. May God keep him and the family covered.
Akilah Powell says
My brother from another mother. I’m going to miss I nro
AGNES D SNELL says
you are a strong woman keep your head up focus on what god has for you prayers for the family you are truly blessed
LaTonya Richie says
Praying for Gods comfort and peace for Kija and the family. You know we are here if there is anything you need. RIH Chris.
Natasha Hall says
Sending prayers to his loves ones during this rough time. May God continue to hold all of you in his arms.
Mr &Mrs Avery T Griffin Jr says
Rest In Paradise Brother…We Will Miss You Dearly!! Thank you for Being Genuine everytime we met… THE GRIFFINS have The Family Lifted In Prayer As You all Deal with this. Fly High Chris💞💞💞
Tiffany Ridley says
I would like to Thank everyone for there condolences. My son Chris(CJ, Pretty Boy) was always with a smile and full of life. He was a true father to my three grandkids whom share great moments to keep his memory alive. On January 3rd of 89 was a special day for me. My baby came in this world sucking on his fingers from the Pepper steak I had eaten. He was a stubborn little boy. We all will remember Cj from his smile neat, appearance, very polite, well mannered, and as a Clown. At the family gathering I will always remember him with my two Nephews(Mike and Ronnie) laughing at anyone around them. My baby will always be with us. He’s in a better place. I know my father John Ridley, Jr…is happy to see his first GRANDSON AGAIN. LOVE ALWAYS MOM!!
Team Kelly says
Sincerest of condolences from team Kelly. It’s hard to say good bye to someone that is as cool as Chris is. We will forever miss your mild mannered character and the level of strength you displayed while dealing with your condition. The level of strength you displayed during your condition, gave us a increased level of strength that allowed for us to deal with several things that we were dealing with and for thank we say thank you – we love you & we’re going to miss you dearly. Again, sincerest of condolences to Lakija & the rest of the family from team Kelly. Positive Energy &Good VIBES eternally. ❤💛💚 ONLY GOD CAN JUDGE ME❤💛💚 💯🏁
Torneda Williams says
Elle,
Condolences to you and your family in this tough time. Although we do not understand God makes no mistakes. Stay uplifted and prayer as it will get you through the tougher days to come. In the short period I have known you I see you are strong. Your family will need your strength. Remember the times you had with him and know he is in a better place.
Richell says
“A relationship that best understands the feeling of others, is the one that bothers share between them. Thank you, brother, for understanding me.”
I never gotten the chance to thank you for checking up on me and wishing me happy birthday when I thought you of all people would have forgotten. Most importantly being there for me when I needed to discuss a personal topic that not many people would put in consideration or even support my decision.
Shaneeka says
Rest up bro miss u I am still going to remember all the good times we did have love you even though you’re in a better place you not suffer no more I am going to miss you but I know your spirit in your kid’s 💔😇💪🙏😭
Dede aka Buffy says
Chris you made my friend a very happy wife. I know you will continue to protect her and your children. My prayers of strength to everyone that is mourning this lost of a beautiful soul.
India Willis says
My heart goes out to the Ridley family you guys will always be in my prayer even tho I only knew CJ thru his mother(Tiffany Ridley) I know he was a great person and he did light the room up when you saw him. But the message god always tell us to be absent for the body to be present with the lord you will be missed and you will be forever in our heart I love you Tiffany Ridley and your family
Tiffany Marshall says
I don’t know what to say. I am still in shock. Things are not going to be the same with out you. I am praying for your family. You will be miss a lot and by a lot of people.
Kisha Johnson says
My sincerest condolences to you and the family. Chris was a very nice person. I will never forget that smile. It could light up a room. I am so grateful to God for bringing you two together. Thank you Chris for making my friend/sis the happiest woman on earth. You were a good husband and father. We will cherish your memories forever. You will always live through our hearts.
Tabitha Johnson says
Sending my deepest and sincere condolences. There are no words that can Express how we all will miss you. Thank you for being wholeheartedly You and being My besties Calm, Her Boaz and the Yin to Her Yang, When you married Her you didnt know you married into Her crazy friend and I thank you for accepting me and the rest of the crew and joining our circle. We will love and miss You and look out for Kija so rest in paradise My brother ❤❤❤
Gloria Cooper says
To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord! I didn’t have the pleasure of spending a lot of time around Chris, but the way his wife (Lakija Ridley) talked so highly of him it was like we i knew him a lifetime! I pray you lived a life pleasing to God and your family! Kija We are always here for you! Rest well in the arms of the Lord! Cooper, Hickson, Collins Family
Donna Simmons says
May the comfort and strength from the Lord being peace to you in this time of sadness. Always love to you my darling. God Bless and keep you always.💜💜
Janice Akinsanya says
Chris I will surely miss you we would laugh and crack jokes. Kroger #462 loss a good funny and silly person. My condolences to your wife,parents,and kids and family and friends. I will see you again when I get to heaven. Sleep on my faithful servant rest in PARADISE. Team #462 Janice Akinsanya 🙏🙏🙏🙏
Shakeyla says
Rest In Peace Chris. You will be missed. My condolences to your family.
Rhonda Durham says
While there is no way we can feel your pain…we do feel your loss . Peace and love to you and your family during this sorrowful time .
Kenyevtte Joyce-Ruan says
RIH Chris.. Man you really was the life of the party. You always had Momma Janice and I laughing at work cracking jokes and everything. Sure going to miss you friend. I pray for your beautiful wife, kids and the rest of your family and friends. May you continue to rih.
chequita says
Happy Birthday.