"To Wendy?s family, Although I had known Wendy since childhood I have never me you. What I do know is that whenever I would run into her whether it was at the dealership, on the island or Facebook she and I always exchanged updates on each other kids, and she beeped with pride as she talked about you guys. Growing up in Newport in Festival Field was fun, we ?kids? all remember her as she was sweet and a bit precocious and her smile was infectious. RIP old friend say hey to Eddie too Shari Danforth Corriveau"
In loving memory of
Wendy Ann Rydberg
October 6, 1965 - December 26, 2020
Wendy Rydberg, 55, of Newport, Rhode Island, passed away on December 26, 2020, after a long illness at Newport Hospital. She was the wife of the late Daniel Rydberg, Sr. Born in Newport on October 6, 1965, she was the daughter of the late Bruce Mumford and the late Mary Ellen (Kelly) Glanvill.
Wendy is survived by her children; Jennifer (Coble) Pepler of Hope Valley, Cody Williams of Newport, Trevor Williams of Newport and Daniel Rydberg Jr. of Hope Valley and her stepdaughters; Cassidy (Rydberg) Trickey of Massachusetts and Christa Rydberg of New Hampshire. She also leaves behind two grandchildren, Elana and James, whom she adored; her stepfather Pete Glanvill of New York; her sister Kelly Glanvill of Georgia; and a niece Angelica DeMello of Massachusetts. She was preceded in death by her brother, Edward Mumford.
Wendy worked as a service advisor in several local car dealerships for many years and then at Cay Electronics. She loved cars, especially Fords. She was an avid Nascar and drag racing fan. She was a Boston Bruins fan and attended many Providence Bruins games. She was an avid dog lover who loved her pets like children. She spent many years fostering for Save A Lab Rescue. She enjoyed attending concerts, Nascar events, taking roadtrips, camping, and spending time with her family.
Funeral services will be private. A celebration of Wendy's life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in her name to Save A Lab, your local animal shelter, the RI Community Food Bank, or your local homeless shelter/organization.
Tributes
"so sorry to hear of wendy's passing . i truly enjoyed working with her at Saccucci honda . she would light up a room with her smile and laughter. she will be deeply missed . i pray for you all to have strength in this sad time. Ernie. "
"My dearest Wendy, we may not have been blood but you made clear to Abbey, Melissa, and I that that never mattered. Every gathering, every family function I would leave with the biggest hug from the tiniest body and words ? I will always love you girls like my own know matter what? I will never forget the day at Jennifer?s wedding, it was the first time I was public about my pregnancy and someone made a snarky comment about abortion in the bridal suite I went into the bathroom and cried. I shoed everyone away but you, you had tears in your eyes and you looked me dead in the face you said, ? honey I was 17 when I got pregnant with Jennifer, my life may not be glamorous but when I look back I made her....and she is one of my biggest accomplishments and that little baby in there(rubbing my belly) is going to be yours? I love you Wendy, rest easy I?ll be drinking a bud for you ?? "
"Dear Jennifer, Peter, and family, I only met Wendy a few times, but she was so fun to be with, and had a spirit of welcoming and generosity I see in you, her daughter. Heartfelt sympathy and all my prayers to you all."
"Gosh, So I had only known Wendy around nine years. We met because we had sibling dogs, surprise!? I'm so grateful to have met you and thank you for including me in quite a few family gatherings or just a day with the dogs.. Your life may not have been as long as some, but from the outside looking in, I believe it was full of adventure and fun!! I will miss you."
"Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. "
"Jen and family we are so sorry to hear of Wendy?s passing. Our love and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Love, The Quinn Family "