Carolyn M. Ribordy

Carolyn M. Ribordy, of Naples, FL passed away peacefully at home on July 26, 2024. Carolyn was born on July 14, 1932 in Indianapolis, Indiana. She was the daughter of Russell R. and Jennie (Elick) McClurg, who preceded her in death. Carolyn grew up in the Broad Ripple neighborhood of Indianapolis and graduated from Short Ridge High School. Carolyn attended Butler University in Indianapolis where she majored in Pharmacy. It was there that she met her beloved husband and wonderful teammate, Denis E. Ribordy. After graduating in 1954 and being among only a few women graduating with a degree in Pharmacy, Carolyn married Denis and moved to Augusta, Georgia where Denis served in the U.S. Army Medical Service Corps. Longing for their roots in Indiana and pursuing a business opportunity, they ventured north to Gary, Indiana. They eventually made their home in Ogden Dunes, Indiana where they raised their family. Carolyn and Denis were married for 58 years until his death on September 4, 2012. Carolyn is survived by daughters, Cheryl (Paul) Blakey of Deerfield, IL, Nancy Ribordy of Naples, FL: sons Scott (Nadine) Ribordy, and Mark (Kay) Ribordy of Valparaiso, IN. Grandchildren: Kevin (Meredith) Ribordy, Kyle (Darshana) Ribordy and Denis Ribordy; Mark (Caitlin) Blakey and Meghan Blakey; Nick, Luke, and Leah Ribordy. Great Grandchild: Jewel Ribordy. Also surviving are nephews, Ron (Jan) Barstad and Kevin Barstad of Arizona. Her sister, Paula (McClurg) Barstad preceded her in death. Compassionately cared for by Linn Richmond and Sue Quick who preceded her in death, Claudine Gustave, Rodelyn Otello, and Herline Jean. They were all so wonderful with her. Everyone who had the pleasure of knowing Carolyn refers to her as one of the kindest and sweetest ladies around. Denis always said she was a fulltime mother and part time father. Carolyn was involved in many civic organizations. Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority, Mu Chapter; Tri Kappa Sorority, Beta Gamma Chapter; P.E.O. Sorority, Chapter C.S.; Ridge Needlepoint Chapter A.N.G. LaPointe Aiguille, Chapter A.N.G. Neapolitan, Chapter E.G.A., Ogden Dunes Presbyterian Church Elder and Choir, Daughters of The American Revolution and Ladies of the Eastern Star. Her favorite hobby was needlepointing and she also taught a class in Naples and entered several pieces in the Indiana county fairs for which she won many ribbons. She made beautiful and elaborate creations for her children and grandchildren that they will treasure for always. She also enjoyed singing with friends and family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Alzheimer’s Association at ALZ.org/Indiana/Donate or send donations to Regional Mail Processing Hub, 2200 Cabot Drive, Suite 460, Lisle, IL 60532. Friends may visit with the family on Friday, August 2, 2024 from 4:00 to 7:00 PM and Saturday, August 3, 2024 from 10:30 to 11:00 AM at Burns Funeral and Cremation Services, 10101 S. Broadway, Crown Point, IN. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 11:00 AM at Burns Funeral and Cremation Services in Crown Point, IN. Interment at Calumet Park Cemetery in Merrillville, IN. Sign guestbook or view directions at www.BurnsFuneral.com.

Carolyn M. Ribordy

July 14, 1932 - July 26, 2024