He was a retired logger and factory worker, a United States Army Veteran and a member of the African Methodist Episcopal Church. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by five brothers, Travis, Leon, Troy, Evans and Douglas Ridgell; four sisters, Maudelle Ridgell, Narvis Harris, Willie Mae Ridgell, Charity Ann Ridgell Miller; and a granddaughter, Donya Moore Ridgell.
Donald is survived by his wife, Maxine James Ridgell of Monticello; one daughter, Natalie Woods of Monticello; two sons, Donald Ridgell, Jr. of Greenville, MS and Karlos Demetrius James and wife Nikia of Fort Worth, TX; five brothers, Chris Ridgell of W. Bloomfield, MI, Earl Ridgell and wife Anne of Grand Blanc, MI, Dwight Ridgell, Bommie Ridgell and Billy Ridgell and wife Dantanes all of Monticello; four grandsons, Khari Woods, Eric Brown, Jr., Jaiden James and Devin James Ridgell; and one very special granddaughter, Ms. Arionna Hillard, the one who stole his heart. He also leaves several Missionary ladies, Mrs. Francis Christian, Mrs. Mary Thompson, Mrs. Matilda Jordan, Mrs. Shirley Griffin and mother, Bernice Brooks.
Funeral service following Covid-19 guidelines will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, March 27, 2021, at Stephenson-Dearman Chapel. Burial with military honors will be in Campground Cemetery. There will be a come-and-go viewing from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Friday evening at the funeral home also following all Covid-19 protocols. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(10)
Bishop Milton L. Sledge
Louisville, KY Friday, March 26, 2021 Shelia and Darrell Brookins and Donald Ridgell Family. On behalf of the LPAC Family. Sending our love and prayers that The Lord Jesus Christ will comfort your hearts during your time of bereavement. We are here if you need us.Juris Bishop Milton L Sledge
First Lady Lena Sledge
Lincoln Park Apostolic Church Family
Barbara Benton
Monticello, AR Thursday, March 25, 2021 I am sorry for your loss.Catherine Muse
Camden, AR Thursday, March 25, 2021 On behalf of Elder Connell & Catherine Muse you and your family have our prayers and deepest condolences.LOU ANN SMITH-COUTEE
crown point, IN Wednesday, March 24, 2021 I extend my deepest sympathies to you and your family and pray that God will comfort you. HEAVEN ANGELMelissa Sawyer
Texarkana, AR Wednesday, March 24, 2021 Prayers of peace and comfort for your family.Theresa Cooper
Warren, AR Wednesday, March 24, 2021 My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. May God continue to give you strength.Carolyn Riley
White Plains, MD Wednesday, March 24, 2021 So truly sorry about the loss of your husband. Praying God's Strength for you and your familySallie calbert
Monticello, AR Monday, March 22, 2021 Condolences to the family, much love.Chevedia Hillard
Sherwood, AR Sunday, March 21, 2021 Don, you were a One-of-A-Kind Wonderful!! We Thank You for being a Number One Grandfather!! You were Truly the Best!! Our sincere condolences to the family! We Love You All!Arionna Hillard
Sherwood, AR Sunday, March 21, 2021 I remember all the sweet memories and they will always be kept safely guarded in my heart. You were such a great grandfather, and I appreciate everything you did for me. We always shared great laughs with each other, those will be missed. I will always love you and miss you. You will be truly missed, and I am going to make you proud!!