Larry Luke| George Luke| George Brown Ike Trumpler | Ralph Trumpler | Frank McCord Lucy C. Laney Class of 1966 Knights of Columbus Ushers We, the family, wish to thank you for your words and acts of kindness during our time of bereavement. -The Family r/f/o/m, f/nc. 1765 Martin Luther King, Jr, Boulevard - August,'Georgia 706,722,5551 2945 Old Tobacco Road - Hephzibah, Georgia 706,792.1003 Design/Printing By Augusta Blueprint * Augusta, Georgia * 706.722,6488 www.augustafuneralnotices.com MR. ULYSSES WASHINGTON RIDLEY, JR., affectionately known as Sonny, was born on February 13, 1948, to the late Ulysses Ridley, Sr. and Ruby Dallas Ridley in Augusta, Georgia. He departed this life on Saturday, May 5, 2018, peacefully in his sleep. He was the oldest of five children, two of which preceded him in death, Mrs. Clara Ridley Crocker and Telemachus Ridley. Also preceding him in death were nieces, RaShawn R. English and Shana N. Anthony; and a nephew, John R. Crocker, Jr. Ulysses was loved by his family and was a fixture at family functions. He always made time to gather and socialize with his numerous family and friends. Mr. Ridley was a benevolent person but firm in his stance. He truly loved his family and church family. He was an earnest supporter of his alma maters. He accepted Christ at an early age. He was a member of the Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church for all of his life, where he served on the Usher Board and the Bereavement Committee. He was also a Fourth Degree Knights of Columbus. He attended Immaculate Conception Catholic School until high school. He then attended Lucy C. Laney High School where he graduated Class of 1966. After graduating high school he was drafted into the United States Army to fight in the Vietnam War. He was an honorable Vietnam Veteran from the years of 1968-1969. He proudly donned his Vietnam Vet paraphernalia daily and took great pride in all military activities. He retired from the U.S. Army after twenty-seven years of service. He received numerous war ribbons and medals. He was always proud to serve his country. He leaves to cherish fond memories: sister, Faye R. Anthony of Augusta, Georgia; brother, Christopher M. Ridley of Euless, Texas; five nieces, V anessa A. Ridley of Virginia Beach, Virginia, Kimberly A. Ridley of Ellenwood, Georgia, Janis M. (Robert) Johnson of Grovetown, Georgia, Cabeiro Brown and Cabeiri Brown of Wadley, Georgia; three nephews, Keith Anthony, Kevin Anthony of Augusta, Georgia and Dante Brown of Jacksonville, Florida; three great nieces, Gabrielle Hunter, Katlyn Johnson of Grovetown, Georgia and Kiersten Ward of North Augusta, South Carolina; great nephew, Darian Hunter of El Paso, Texas; and a host of relatives and friends. Farewell, my family, dont weep For Im at peace now, just asleep. Farewell, my family, Im not alone. The Mighty Maker has led me safely home. Just think hack over the many years, How the family seemed so strong, holding back tears. Yet God somehow always made a way and I thanked Him every night for another day. Be good my family, always love each other. Be strong my family, strong in heart. The blood ties, no one can ever part. And if somewhere I made a mistake As you live many will you make. Farewell, my family, Ive been called away. Walk with God, trust in God Each and every day. MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL Sprinkling with Holy Water Placement of the Pall on the Casket Entrance Procession Entrance Hymn....Want To Walk As A Child Of The Light Opening Prayer Liturgy of the Word First Reading..........................Pamela Dorsey Isaiah 25:6a, 7-9 Responsorial Psalm..........................Psalm 23 Second Reading.........................Keith Anthony Philippians 3:20-21 Gospel...........................Deacon Elmore Butler Homily...........................Father Jacek Szuster General Intercessions Liturgy of the Eucharist Offertory Music..............Be Not Afraid #680 Gifts Presented Eucharistic Prayer Lords Prayer Lamb of God Holy Communion At this time, we invite all Catholics who are properly disposed to come forward to receive Holy Communion. If you are visiting with us and not a Catholic, you are welcome to come forward for a blessing. Please use your arms to cross yourself and so indicate your desire to be blessed. Thank you. Communion Hymn...............1 Am The Bread Of Life Prayer After Communion Remarks Final Commendation Invitation to Prayer Song of Farewell Prayer of Commendation Interment..................Mt Olive Memorial Gardens - REPAST - Antioch Baptist Church Fellowship Hall 1454 Florence Street | Augusta, Georgia