"I will truly miss my loving son, he was such a gift to all. He was full of spirit and so happy about life and always saw the good in people. He was so caring and good natured. He was taken too soon, he had so much more to do in life such as travel and enjoy what life had to give. Each day that goes by, we miss your smile and presence, but remember all the wonderful memories we shared such as vacations, graduations and the family gatherings during holidays. Your dad and I treasure you as our son and we love you always."
In loving memory of
James Carl Rideout
October 1, 1989 - March 15, 2023
James Rideout passed away in the early morning hours of March 15, 2023 at HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center surrounded by his wife, Amanda Rideout, and parents.
Funeral Home: Hansen Chapel 8314 N 7th Street Phoenix, AZ 85020 March 23 viewing 6-9 pm
Funeral service: Hansen Chapel March 24 @ 11:00 am following Cemetery
Cemetery: Paradise Memorial Gardens & Mausoleum 9300 E Shea Blvd Scottsdale, AZ 85260
James Rideout was born on October 1, 1989 at St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona to Paul and Tina Rideout. He earned his Eagle Scout, the highest honor to achieve in Boy Scouts, from Troop 365 in 2006 and served as the Assistant Scoutmaster from 2008 to 2009 to provide both leadership and direction to his fellow scouts. James graduated from Apollo High School in 2008 before attending community college that same fall. He graduated with an Associate of the Arts in 2011 from Glendale Community College and a Bachelor's in Communications and Media Studies with a minor in Public Relations from Arizona State University in 2013. He enjoyed being involved in activities on campus during his university years including Communication Club and serving as the Art Editor of the Canyon Voices Literary Magazine.
He married the love of his life, Amanda Berry, on May 30, 2015 at North Hills Church, North Phoenix. They adopted two dogs, Dio and Indie, into their loving household.
James was a Staff Accountant for companies including LoanDepot, Passport Health, Circle K, and Western Refining. He worked in the accounting field for over 11 years.
In July 2017, James was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) and underwent a stem cell transplant in November 2017. Unfortunately, his leukemia returned in August 2021 and he had a second stem cell transplant in November of that year. James was an advocate for researching a cure for leukemia and further advanced this cause by being a candidate for Man of the Year in 2020 with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Arizona Chapter.
James was a lifelong fan of all thing's sports including his favorite teams: Red Sox, Patriots, Diamondbacks, Suns, and Cardinals. He always knew the latest sports statistics regarding his favorite teams and was definitely the one to win in a round of sports trivia. He loved exploring the great outdoors and, during his time in Boy Scouts, he went up to Philmont with his father in the summer of 2005. He enjoyed spending time with his wife and family, playing cards and board games, writing poetry, watching movies, playing video games, learning about history and current events. He was an avid Star Wars fan and a special memory was celebrating his cancer remission watching Star Wars: The Last Jedi with all of his family. His absolute favorite thing in the entire world was to spend time up at the family cabin in Showlow with Amanda and he would frequently go there with her in the summer. James always thought of others before himself with his kind and compassionate nature, he was loving and caring towards his wife Amanda, family and friends. He had a good sense of humor and was always fond of telling a good joke. A favorite childhood one was: "What's big, red, and eats rocks? A big, red rock eater."
James was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jim and Marylu Rideout; Yvette and Ernest Bushey. He will be buried at Paradise Memorial Gardens and Mausoleum in Scottsdale, Arizona.
He leaves his wife, Amanda Rideout; parents, Tina and Paul Rideout; sister, April Rideout; mother and father-in-law, Andrea and Michael Berry; sister-in-law, Amy Berry; and his two beloved dogs, Dio and Indie.
Condolences can be sent to the family by visiting [amandarideout1@gmail.com, drideout60@gmail.com, & cherokeephxaz59@gmail.com]. Donations can also be made to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society in honor of James and the fight to find a cure for leukemia.
Tributes
"I had only met James when he accompanied his father while his dad was performing work at my home. His father and mother, Paul and Tina, are wonderful people and James inherited their good natures. I remember talking with him when he was a teenager and was impressed with his thoughtfulness and kindness. He talked about his high school studies and his excitement to be going on a trip with his scouting troop the following week. He mentioned how much he enjoyed spending the time in the woods with his father and friends in scouting. He is a beautiful soul taken far too soon. May he rest in God's presence. "
"I meet Amanda at hospital in ICU when my son was there. She walked up to me and asked if we could pray together. I?m sure she saw the terror in my face. Not realizing the peace she brought with that prayer. Instantly we connected. My son is recuperating and I?m back in Texas. James obviously was a beautiful soul and now has transitioned to a more peaceful place. Him being in the hospital showed me there are still nice people in this world by his wife?s Amanda?s beautiful gesture. My sincere condolences to Amanda and James?s parents. I will always remember this and smile. God Bless. Cathy from Texas"
"Rest well, James, and peace to his wife, parents, and close family. I feel lucky to have known James and to have been his Scoutmaster and Order of the Arrow ceremony adviser a few years back. James epitomized the virtues that Scouting promotes, and many have fond memories of him. James was a truly good person, and he will not be forgotten."