Vija L Ridz

Monson- Vija L. Ridz, 88, passed away November 6, 2026 surrounded by love of family. Vija was born December 12, 1937 in Riga, Latvia. Vija married her beloved husband in June of 1962. Vija has lived in Monson for over 60 years.

She loved taking care of her family and the family farm. She grew vegetables and prepared them for winter storage while also tending to the farm animals. In more recent years she enjoyed working on intricate jig saw puzzles.

Vija leaves her husband Gorge A. Ridz and their son Matthew G. Ridz. She also leaves her brothers in-law, Donald Ridz, David Ridz; sisters in-law Patricia Ferrell and Lillian Strange along with heir families. She is predeceased by her parents, Janis and Elza Janson; her brother, Viesturs Janson, who was killed during WWII and her sister, Bieruta Janson.

Lombard funeral home of Monson has been entrusted with the arrangements. Public visitation will be held at the funeral home from Friday November 13, 2026 from 10-11am with a funeral home service at 11am. Burial will be held privately.