Jodean Ruth Ryden, 84, of Northglenn, Colorado passed away on November 30, 2019. She was born in Pueblo, Colorado on June 29, 1935. Jodean graduated from Centennial High School and received a B.A. in Education from the University of Northern Colorado as well as an M.A. in Education Administration. She was married to Alvin W. Ryden on August 4, 1957. Jo loved her career in Elementary School Administration for Adams County School District #12. After retirement, she and Al loved traveling in their motorhome across the country with friends. Jo’s greatest loves were her family, friends and her Bedlington Terriers. She is survived by her children; Bill Ryden and Alison (Rick) Shearer and her grandchildren; Luke, Emilee and Abigail. In lieu of flowers, Jo requested donations be made to Best Friends Animal Society. Graveside services for Jodean are being held Tuesday, December 17, 2019, 1:00 pm at Olinger Highland Cemetery, 10201 Grant Street, Thornton, Colorado 80229.