Denise Lynn Riddle

Denise Lynn Riddle obituary

Denise Lynn Riddle

Denise Riddle Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by J. Gilbert Purse Funeral Home - Adrian on Feb. 28, 2026.
Denise Lynn Riddle, age 74, passed away on February 18, 2026. Denise was born on April 17, 1951, in Charlotte, Michigan, to George W. Riddle and Phyllis Goodrich Riddle. She graduated from Charlotte High School with the Class of 1970 and always looked forward to attending her high school reunions over the years. Denise found great joy in life's simple pleasures. She loved spending time at the cabin on Crystal Lake and especially enjoyed watching her nephews race their dirt bikes. She cherished playing cards with friends, sharing laughter and good company, and had a true passion for scrapbooking, preserving memories that will now be treasured even more deeply by those who loved her. She is survived by her siblings, Geoffrey (Diana) Riddle and Dale (Amber) Wendel; her sister-in-law, Darlene Riddle; her close friend, Shelly Roush; and many beloved nieces and nephews. Denise was preceded in death by her mother, Phyllis (Goodrich) Wendel; her father, George Riddle; her stepmother, Wilma "Billie" Riddle; her brother, George Riddle; her sisters, Barb Rieben and Karole Bartlett; and her brothers-in-law, Jim Rieben and Roy Bartlett. In accordance with her wishes, no services will be held. She will be remembered for her love of family, her loyalty to friends, and the many memories she created with those fortunate enough to know her. Arrangements with Purse Funeral Home. www.PurseFuneralHome.com

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