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John W. Rideout, fondly known as "Big Uncle John" or "Uncle John Classic " passed away peacefully on January 20th 2026 in Wareham Massachusetts at the age of 81 after a short battle with colon cancer. Born December 3, 1944, in Braintree Massachusetts. John lived a life full of humor, hard work, and heart.
After proudly serving 18 months on an aircraft carrier, John returned home and built a dedicated career working in the tall …
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December 3rd, 1944
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Passed away

January 20th, 2026
Wareham, Massachusetts

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