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John Dryden Obituary
JOHN ”JACK” DRYDEN
July 16, 1952 ˜ February 25, 2020
Jack Dryden died at home in Washougal, WA, Feb. 25, 2020. He was born July 16, 1952 in Portland, OR.
Jack graduated from David Douglas High School, Oregon State University, University of Washington and Oregon Health Science University.
He spent his career serving others as a teacher and physician.
Jack is survived by his wife, Marilyn Dryden (Ruttle); parents, siblings, two sons and daughters-in-law and four grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held Sat., March 7 at 2:30 p.m. at Glenwood Community Church, Vancouver, WA.
Please sign his guest book @ www.columbian.com/obits
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Marc Price
March 25, 2020
Sad to see another David Douglas Class Mates passing! I remember Jack and his wife Marilyn while there. My condolences to the family!
Marc Price
Class of 1970
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Cyndi Harrison
March 6, 2020
I will miss you. You were once of the best bosses I ever had.
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