- Date Of Birth: July 18, 1944
- Date Of Death: October 17, 2015
- State: California
Houston Robert Ridge, Jr. was born to Houston Robert Ridge, Sr. and Murray B. McAllister on July 18th, 1944 in Madera, the heart of California’s Central Valley. He was the third child of 14 siblings and first born son in the family.
1966 was a good year for Houston. Not only did he set two records, but he was the 13th AFL draft pick for the San Diego Chargers. In 1967, Houston married and from that union he had one biological child Tasha Ridge, but was a strong father figure to Robin, Tony, and Kevin. 1969, Houston suffered a career ending injury, so Houston took interest in other business ventures.
He went on to become a financial advisor with IDS. He also went on to obtain his realtor and brokers licenses and along with six other Charger players, they formed the company 7 Star Realty where they purchased properties, fixed them, and sold them. Later he started his own painting contracting company. He took great pride in his company and was well known for his honesty and work ethic.
1984, Houston met Rhonda. They courted and formed a strong bond for many years and then married on Rhonda’s birthday, May 21st, 1998. Being the family man that he was, he became a father figure to Rhonda’s four children Deshon, James, Bobette, and Peaches. Rhonda and Houston had a strong union. They were inseparable and loved to laugh together. They enjoyed being around their grandchildren and being around their family. Houston Began to fall ill around late 2012. Although his health was failing, he continued to be the humble and the gentle giant that everyone knew and loved. Always willing to help, mentor, and share whatever knowledge he had to give in order to see the next person thrive.
On the afternoon of October 17th, Houston was called home to paradise. He was surrounded by loved ones and with heavy hearts, we let him go. He was preceded in death by his father, Houston Ridge Sr.; mother, Murray B, Ridge; brother, Alan Ridge; and daughter Bobette Woods. He is survived by his wife (Rhonda Ridge), his daughters (Tosha, Robin, Peaches), sons (James, Deshon, Tony, Kevin), thirteen grandchildren (Brandi, Ranee, Chartynee, Imani, Jaaliyah, Ennis Jr., Brandin, Jordin, Tiffani, James Jr., Brittni, and Jamescia, Deshon Jr, Talia), eight sisters (Loretha, Ann, Mary, Palvin, Glendola, Denise, Margaret, and Michelle), four brothers (Ricky, Gene, Steven, and Michael), a great granddaughter (Kamryn) and many nieces and nephews. He will forever be loved and missed! The family will recieve friends on Monday, Nov. 2nd from 5-8pm at Anderson-Ragsdale Mortuary, 5050 Federal Blvd, San Diego.
