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John F. Riddle Jr. M.D.
1928 - 2004
John F. Riddle Jr. M.D.
1928 - 2004
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BORN
1928
DIED
2004
John Riddle Obituary
He is survived by his wife of fifty-two years, Mickey Riddle; son John Riddle and wife, Melissa; daughter, Candy Pierce and her husband Theo; grandchildren: Sean, Jake, and Jordan Riddle, all of Little Rock, and Ben Pierce of Dallas: three sisters and four brothers of Tampa Florida: Mary Lewis, Frances McDaniel, Dorothy Watson, James C. Riddle, Richard Riddle, Pat Riddle, and C. L. Riddle. He is survived by numerous nieces, nephews, friends, and neighbors.
A Gathering in Remembrance of John Franklin Riddle, Jr., will be 2:00 p.m., Monday, January 26, 2004, at Mabelvale United Methodist Church with Reverend Steve Brizzi officiating. Burial to follow at Rest Hills Memorial Park.
Visitation will be 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the funeral home Sunday, January 25, 2004.
Memorials may be made to the Mabelvale United Methodist Church Chancel Choir, 10500 Woodman Road, Mabelvale, Arkansas 72103, 501-455-2503.
Arrangements by Griffin Leggett Healey and Roth, 5800 West 12th Street, Little Rock, Arkansas 72204 (661-9111).
To sign the online guest book, visit: www.griffinleggett.com.
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Michael Weed
August 10, 2004
Dr. Riddle was my pediatrician, my family physician, and a good friend to my entire family through the years (especially my dad). For a few years we even sang in the church choir together. He was ageless, and I thought he would be around forever to care for us. Dr. John Riddle was an inspiration to me, and I will miss him very much.
Diane Atkins
February 3, 2004
Dr. Riddle was our family physician for many years. He will be remembered as a gentle man who always had a kind word. I also had the privilege of attending school with John for many years which bring back fun memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. God Bless you all.
Bill & Marty Griffin
January 27, 2004
Bill & Marty Griffin
SHIRLEY BENNETT
January 27, 2004
TO MICKEY :
IT HAS BEEN MANY DAYS SINCE WE WORKED IN THE O.R. AT V.A. TOGETHER.
THIS IS WHERE I HAD THE GOOD FORTUNE
TO MEET YOU AND "BUDDY". HE HAS ALWAYS BEEN SUCH AN INSPIRATION AND TOUCHED MORE LIVES THAN ANYONE WILL EVER KNOW. MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. GOD STILL HAS PLANS AND PATIENTS FOR DR. JOHN TO CARE FOR. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL.
SHIRLEY "ANNIE" BENNETT
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Olen and Peggy Loomis
January 27, 2004
We were saddened to read Dr. Riddle's obituary in this morning's paper. He was our family physician for many years when we lived in the Baseline Road area, and, he truly saved the life of our son on one occasion when he was wasp stung and had an acute allergic reaction. My husband, Olen, worked at the VA Hospital with Mickey, an excellent nurse, and John III was my favorite student at Roper's school. Our sympathy is extended to both of you at this difficult time.
Katie Nielsen
January 26, 2004
Dr. Riddle was my doctor from the time I was three up until he retired when I was 17. He was an outstanding physician, and friend. There wasn't anything I couldn't talk to him about and he always knew what to do, no matter how sick I was. He will always be remembered and loved and we will see him again.
lisbeth noller/vargas
January 26, 2004
DR. RIDDLE IS NOW WITH THE LORD..WE WILL ALL MISS HIM BUT SOMEDAY WE WILL ALL BE TOGETHER AGAIN. MY THOUGHTS ARE WITH THE FAMILY IT IS A VERY HARD TIME FOR EVERYONE. DR RIDDLE WAS A HOUSEHOLD NAME AS FAR BACK AS I CAN REMEMBER HE WAS OUR DOCTOR. HE WAS VERY GOOD TO MY PARENTS ED AND PAT NOLLER..THE BEST TO ALL FAMILY, MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
Otto and Sheila Schmeckenbecher
January 26, 2004
Our most sincere sympathy to Dr. Riddle's family. We were blessed to have him as our family for over 35 years. He was a very caring and compassionate person and we were honored to also count him among our friends.
Bobby Hudgens
January 26, 2004
I work with a charitable Christian medical clinic that now occupies the former Cloverdale Clinic building where Dr. Riddle served SW Little Rock for around 40 years. He was the kind of loving, gentle man you can grow to love in a very short time. I've only known him since last summer, but in that short time, I have come to love and admire him. I'll miss him, too.
Brenda Duggins
January 26, 2004
I enjoyed the few years I spent with Doc. in choir at MUMC. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Don Calhoun
January 26, 2004
Dr. Riddle cared for my Dad for a number of years and made house calls in our home. A great person, a wonderful doctor and a personal friend to the entire Calhoun family. We will miss him. Our loss is heavens gain.
Teresa (Withers) Lee
January 26, 2004
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Tommy Kennedy
January 26, 2004
I will miss him dearly.
Katherine Sue Phillips
January 26, 2004
Knowing Dr. Riddle as a caring physician and friend to our family as well as singing together in the church choir will continue as fond memories for our family. Our thoughts are with you today even though we are scattered and can not be with you in person.
Cecilia Howell-Walker
January 26, 2004
I have wonderful memories of Dr. Riddle. He was my family physician for over forty years and always took great care of me and my family, after I was married. I also had the pleasure of working for him. He was a good man with a kind heart and I will miss him as will the community he cared so much about. May God help you through this time of sorrow. With much love, Cecilia Howell-Walker
Lisa Phillips-Wilson
January 26, 2004
Dr. Riddle will be greatly missed. He was our family doctor when I was growing up in Mabelvale and he was always so wonderful. We also attended the same church and it was always so wonderful to sing with him in the choir. May God bless you greatly during this time.
Barbara Sutton-Workman
January 26, 2004
I grew up next door to Dr. Riddle on Cloverdale Dr many years ago. He was our family doctor and a good neighbor. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Joyce Walker
January 26, 2004
We have lost a truly super human; with a heart so full of love and kindness to all. He was not only my doctor and friend but also my sister's and mother's doctor and friend. In my prayers I will remember Dr. Riddle and his family. My family truly loved this man.
Mary Jane Taylor
January 26, 2004
You will not find a Family Doctor like Dr. Riddle anymore. He was also a close Friend to my whole family and we will miss him.
James & Bettye Holcombe
January 26, 2004
A great friend who will be truly
missed.
Tiffany Wyatt (Ward)
January 25, 2004
To the family of Dr. Riddle, my thoughts and prayers are with you always. I am only 23, but I remember Dr. Riddle from when I was a little girl. I grew up in the same neighborhood he lived in and my mom, Brenda, worked for him many years ago. He has helped me and my family in so many ways that we will never forget. Dr. Riddle went beyond the call of being a doctor.... he was truly a friend to all!! He was such a remarkable person and one who will be greatly missed by myself and anyone who had the good fortune of knowing this wonderful man. I love and miss you Dr. Riddle!!!
Love,
Tiffany
sharyon kiddy
January 25, 2004
A wonderful doctor.
Lowell Staggs
January 25, 2004
I met Dr. Riddle when he and Dr. Roy Harrison came to Ark. Children's Hospital as residents in the early 1960's. I remember both of them with fondness. I only saw Dr. John a few times since then and wish it could have been more.
My sympathy to the family.
Lynn & Vonda Taylor
January 25, 2004
Our prayers are for the Lord's comfort for the friends and family in the loss of this great man
Christy Langston
January 25, 2004
Dr. Riddle really did great things for me as well as for my whole family. When I first got really sick when I was little, he was right there and made sure everything was taken care of. He was there throughout the whole, I would say, of my hospital stay. He had an invested interst in the welfare of his patients. He had a special bond with all his patients. That is what made him a great doctor. My prayers are with his family during your time of need.
John & Mary Venable
January 25, 2004
Greatly will he be missed. John was our doctor for 30 years or more and we loved him as a friend. He always took time with us to explain what every we didn't understand.
Always enjoyed talking gardening & hunting with him, just saw him a few months ago and he was proudly doing a do it yourself project for or with his son.
We express your loss as ours also and may God be with each family member during this time. Remember all the good times.
Kandi McNeal
January 25, 2004
I was fortunate enough to have the privilege of working 12 years with this wonderful, gentle man at Cloverdale Clinic. He touched many lives and I am so thankful that I was one of those lives. He will be greatly missed and he always has a place in my heart. He was our "Teddy Bear"! I love you, Dr. Riddle.
Viada Dashiell
January 25, 2004
Our LOVE& PRAYERS To The Riddle Family,from The Dashiell,s John was A Wonderful man, He was like A loving Father To Me,I will LOVE Him always,He will remain in my heart forever KIND,LOVE VIADA DASHIELL
Ed and Pat Noller
January 24, 2004
Our deepest sympathy to you Mickey, John Jr. and Candy. John was one of our favorite people. He will be greatly missed
Tami Noller-Cofer
January 24, 2004
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Janie and Shanna Noller
January 24, 2004
We want to offer our condolences. And say that I will always remember Dr. Riddle singing in the choir and still hear his voice.
Louis & Mary Ellen Kelemen
January 24, 2004
We were saddened to read about the passing of Dr. Riddle. My family began going to him in l963. He made us feel like he had our best interests at heart which made us very comfortable with him. He will be missed.
Jim & Judy House
January 24, 2004
A super great man, a wonderful person and friend.
Iris Willingham
January 24, 2004
As a former employee of Doctors Hospital and as a former patient of Dr. Riddle - my sympathies are with you at this time. Dr. Riddle always reminded me of Dr. Marcus Welby with his compassionate and relentless disposition. May you find comfort in knowing that he touched many lives.
Staff of Griffin Leggett Healey & Roth Funeral Home
January 24, 2004
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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