Billie Wayne Ridinger, Sr., age 79, of Athens died July 11, 2026 at his home. He was born August 20, 1946 in Limestone County.
Mr. Ridinger was a retired Union laborer and an avid guitar player who played at many gospel singings.
He is survived by his wife, Linda Ridinger, son, Billie Wayne Ridinger, Jr., grandchildren, Bruce Ridinger and Kristen Brewer, sister, Patricia Haggard as well as nieces and nephews.
Mr. Ridinger was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Laura Ridinger, sisters, Robbie McElyea and Bobbie Jean Truckey, and brother, James Robert Ridinger, Sr.
There will be a visitation Thursday, July 16, 2026 at Spry Funeral Home. Services will be 2:00 p.m. in the Spry Chapel officiated by Tony Pack and Steve Defoe. Interment to follow at Roselawn Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Tim Perry, Tom Lawson, Jamie Ridinger, Matt Tribble, Marcus Wilson, and Michael Truckey. Honorary pallbearers will be Braiden Brewer, Bruce Ridinger, Colton Tribble, and Billy Ridinger.
Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Limestone County.
