James Carol Ridenour of Spiro, Oklahoma was born July 15, 1944 in Pocola, Oklahoma to William Harrison “Buster” and Veda Lavonne (Reed) Ridenour and passed away June 27, 2025 in Fort Smith, Arkansas at the age of 80.

 

James is survived by:

 

Four sons:

James T. Ridenour, Bryan Ridenour, Harlen Hunt, and Dale Hunt

 

10 grandchildren:

Daphne Ridenour, Tiffany Ridenour, Bradley Ridenour, Jonathan Dime, Henry Hunt, Kristina Nicols, Robin Hunt, Jennifer Pedraza, Race Hunt, and Bill Hunt

 

29 great-grandchildren

 

Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives, and a host of friends

 

He was preceded in death by his parents, William Harrison “Buster” and Veda Lavonne (Reed) Ridenour; his wife, Doris Ridenour; one son, Jack Hunt; and two brothers, Geary Ridenour and Clintus Ridenour.

 

James was a cherished member of the community and a proud resident for many years. He owned and operated Poor Boys Auto Salvage in Panama before making Borger, Texas, his home. After his time in the auto salvage business, James dedicated himself to public service as a Sanitation Worker for the City of Borger until his retirement. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, James found joy in the company of his family and loved ones. His warm spirit and kindness touched the lives of many, and he will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

James’ Celebration of Life will be at a later date.

 

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Dowden-Roberts Cremation Center of Poteau, Oklahoma. “LeFlore County’s Only On-Site Crematory”

To view James’ online guestbook, please visit www.dowdenrobertscremationcenter.com

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