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Margaret Riddell Obituary

Margaret L. Riddell VIRGINIA BEACH - Margaret Louise Riddell, 78, passed away peacefully April 16, 2010 at a local hospital with her family by her side. Mrs. Riddell was born in Abingdon, Va., and was the wife of the late Arthur G. Riddell Jr. She was a faithful member of Star of the Sea Catholic Church for many years. She was a devoted and loving mother, sister, and Nana who will be deeply missed. She is survived by her three daughters, Barbara E. Ray and her husband Bill of Franklin, Va., Robin C. Gaffney and Stephanie A. Riddell, both of Virginia Beach; one sister, Mabel Edwards of Blountville, Tenn.; three grandchildren, Justin K. Ray, Jessica L. Gaffney and Kellan A. Ray; and her beloved pet, Casey. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, April 21, in H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts., 2002 Laskin Road, Virginia Beach. A Mass of Christian burial will be held Thursday at 11:30 a.m. in Star of the Sea Catholic Church. Interment will follow in Mount Calvary Cemetery in Richmond. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Thalia Rescue Squad, 407 N. Thalia Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23452. Online condolences may be made at www.hdoliver.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Apr. 18, 2010.

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April 22, 2010

Barb,Robin&Stephanie, we are praying for you all. I know that Heaven has gained an angel in Aunt Marg. I know that we shall see her again on that Golden shore. In Christ's love, Joey Steele

April 20, 2010

Dear Barb, Robin & Stephanie: Please know how very sorry I am for Aunt Marg's passing. I remember all of our visits when we were young and when my daughter was 2 yrs old we visited with my Mom & Dad and Stephanie played with Beth. Your loss is surely Heaven's Gain. God bless you is my prayer. With Much Love, Ann Steele Rose.

Milt & Deb and Family

April 20, 2010

Bill & Barbara, Justin and Kellan,

We are so very sorry to hear of your Mother/Grandmother's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May all of the wonderful memories you have of her bring you comfort.

With Deepest Sympathy,

Adam Strouth

April 18, 2010

Aunt Marg was such a blessing. I remember when I was going through confirmation she kept telling me how proud she was of me and that uncle art was smiling down on me. I will miss our phone conversations so very much! She always made me laugh! All my love to all of you...Love, Adam (mabel's grandson)

Mary Leland

April 18, 2010

I have such fond memories of "Mom" Riddell. She was one of the sweetest women I have ever met! I remember fondly our times at St. Matthew's church!
Robin, take peace in knowing your Mom is in God's loving arms and will continue to enjoy his everlasting salvation.
Mary Eichhorn Leland

jeff steele

April 18, 2010

I was so sorry to hear of my Aunt Marg's passing. She, as well as her family, have been such a big part of my life. She will be truly missed. I want you all to know I love you all and you will be in my thoughts and prayers Love, Jeff Steele

April 18, 2010

You will be missed. Love, Karen and Collin

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