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Nancy Ruth Ryding

July 20, 1937 - April 17, 2020

Nancy Ruth Ryding (nee Johnson) age 82, of Chicago, IL and Michigan City, IN, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2020 at her home.

She was born July 20, 1937 in Rockford, IL to Kermit J. and Marion B. (Hallstrom) Johnson who preceded her in death.

Nancy is survived by her husband:  Norman Vernon Ryding; sons:  John (Mimi) Ryding, Paul T. (Lisa) Ryding and Peter A. (Grace) Ryding; grandchildren:  Jae, Evan, Maria, Alexandra and Robert; brothers:  Roger K. (Kathy) Johnson and Greg (Pat) Johnson.

Nancy taught as a math teacher in Iowa.  She was a member at St. Paul Lutheran Church, and sang with the Michigan City Community Choir.   She served on the Synodical Board of the IN, KY Synod of ELCA for 6 years. Nancy was a member of Operation Friendship, Sons of Norway, AAUW, Lakeshore Women’s Club and Church Women United of Chicago.

Due to CDC guidelines and the health of our community, private services with immediate family only will be handled by Geisen-Carlisle Funeral Home, 613 Washington St. Michigan City, IN 46360. Nancy will be laid to rest at Ridgewood Cemetery in Des Plaines, IL.

During this difficult time of private services due to Covid-19, you may show your support by participating in the “Hugs from Home” program where your message of love and support will be attached to a balloon and placed in the chapel for the family.  To leave a “Hug from Home” go to:  www.geisenfuneralhome.com/hugs-from-home/ .

Expressions of sympathy in memory of Nancy may be given to Ebenezer Lutheran Church, 1650 W. Foster, Chicago, IL 60640.

To sign guestbook or leave condolences, please visit: www.Carlislefh.com.  (219) 874-4214.

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Nancy Ruth Ryding (nee Johnson) age 82, of Chicago, IL and Michigan City, IN, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2020 at her home. She was born July 20, 1937 in Rockford, IL to Kermit J. and Marion B. (Hallstrom) Johnson who preceded her in death. Nancy is survived by her husband:  Norman Vernon Ryding;Continue Reading

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Lauren C Mache left a message on April 30, 2020:
My prayers go out to the family and friends. I have known Pastor Norm and Nancy when he and I were chaplains and I was delighted to share time with Nancy. She was always bright, funny, compassionate, and so interesting to listen to and enjoy. Her love of family, her faith, her joy in life is a precious memory.
David Albertin left a message on April 28, 2020:
Nancy and Norm were always very gracious to my wife Fran and to me. We were blessed to have them as frineds and will cherish memories of times spent together serving the church and times together being encouraging one to another. Soli deo gloria.
Daryl & Mercedes Nowinski left a message on April 24, 2020:
Please accept our heartfelt condolences. We are with you in spirit and share in your grief during this time. Peace to your family.
Mark Kolp and Family left a message on April 23, 2020:
From our family to yours. Remember the good times and may those memories help soothe the pain of your loss. God bless your mom. Peace be with you.
Harold Rehnberg left a message on April 23, 2020:
So sad to hear of the loss of Nancy, and wish we could be with all of the Ryding family to offer condolences, support and help at this sad time. We have so many good memories of Nancy in Andersonville, Michigan City and Michigan. We especially remember times when we would visit in Michigan City and go blueberry picking. She will be truly missed by all of us and the family will be in our prayers.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Tanner Johnson left a message on April 22, 2020:
We love you Aunt Nancy, you will be missed by all who were blessed to know you.
Paula Gross-Black left a message on April 22, 2020:
Pastor and Family: I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Nancy. Please accept my deepest condolences. Nancy was such a great gal. So full of life and such a great voice. I'll always remember her kindness and humor. Such a huge loss. Bless her and her family.
Rose Higdon left a message on April 22, 2020:
Nancy and I were active members of Michigan City AAUW and we shared the Treasurer's job often. She would be Treasurer for a term and then I would take the job and so on. She always was willing to help with her expertise. I loved the way she and Norm would tell the Swedish Ollie jokes with the proper accent!! She will be missed.
Walt Janiece Barbknecht left a message on April 22, 2020:
What a wonderful lady. We spent many wonderful times at holiday dinners and gathering at each other’s homes. Her lovely voice always added to the enjoyment of. Church .Jan went to her recipe box and pulled Nancy’s Sprits cookie recipe.She was an inspiration to many. Fondly remembered The Barbknecht s Michigan City
Joan Coughlin and Harmony Circle left a message on April 21, 2020:
We are so sorry to learn of the passing of Nancy, one of our Harmony Circle members. She was an energetic individual who helped in so many ways. God's speed, Nancy, do what you do best.
Sharon Hutchcraft, Betty Lubke, and Sheryl Lubke left a message on April 20, 2020:
Norm and Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you in the loss of Nancy. We cherish all of the good times and memories we all shared together.
Patricia Dolezal left a message on April 20, 2020:
Peace and love to Norm and and all the family. May Nancy enjoy her heavenly reward.
Geisen Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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