Terry Neale “Buck” Ridley
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Terry Neale “Buck” Ridley, 76, formerly of Bruin, passed away peacefully on August 4, 2026, at the Southwestern Veterans Center in Pittsburgh, surrounded by his loving family.
Buck was born on January 26, 1950, in Butler, PA, to the late Ronald and Doris (Terwilliger) Ridley.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Marie Ridley, who passed away on January 29, 2025.
He is survived by his children, Cari (Matt) Horner of Greensburg and Greg (Erica) Ridley of Irwin; his grandchildren, who lovingly called him “Grandad”: Jacob, Allyson, Mitch, Jordyn, and Dylan; his sister, Luanne (Ray) Hinchey of Middletown, VA; his brother-in-law Randy (Judy) Bartoe, and his nephews, Bryan, Nathan, and Caleb.
In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Ronald Ridley.
Buck attended Karns City High School and proudly served in the United States Navy. He was a life member of Parker VFW Post 7073, Brady’s Bend Legion Post 488, and the Bruin VFD.
Buck worked at Witco/Sonneborn in Petrolia for 33 years before retiring. He later became a Beer Representative for O’Donnell’s Distributor and a Golf Course Ranger at Hiland Golf Course, where he combined his love of the game with his friendly nature.
Buck enjoyed golfing and coaching baseball in the Karns City and Butler areas. He helped establish the UAA baseball program in Karns City, coached Pony League and Prep League baseball, and umpired American Legion and high school baseball games.
He was a member of the Bruin Methodist Church. In recent years, he found great comfort in his faith and regularly attended services at the Veterans Center.
The family extends special thanks to those at the Veterans Community Living Center in Butler and the Southwestern Veterans Center in Pittsburgh for the compassionate care Buck received.
A private memorial service for Terry “Buck” Ridley will be held at H. Jack Buzard Funeral Home in Parker. A celebration of life will be held at the Dew Drop Inn in Chicora on Saturday, August 15, from 3 to 5 p.m.
