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Michael Riddle Obituary
SERVICES Wednesday 10:30am St. Paul's United Methodist Church, Papillion. VISITATION Tuesday 1-8pm at Mortuary with family receiving friends 6-8pm. Further Services and Burial Coweta, OK. Memorials to the St. Paul's Church Organ Fund. KAHLER-DOLCE
Papillion, Neb. 339-3232
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Riddle
Jimmy Verner
October 31, 2007
It's an odd thing that you can miss a friend whom you have never met, never spoken with and never even seen. To this day I have no idea what Mike looked like. What I do know is that he was one of my Internet buddies. We "talked" about all sorts of things, and I will miss him.
Andy Simpson
October 30, 2007
I never met Mike but knew him through Solosez and one other email list. Mike was a font of knowledge, tempered, but never defeated, by a debilitating illness, and topped with a conservative sense of humor that I share. His emailed comments about his struggle with his disease were an inspiration. I hope that if I ever face a challenge even half as daunting that I can have the courage and elan that he displayed. God Speed.
Neal Kennedy
October 30, 2007
I was one of many attorneys around the country that had the pleasure of knowing Mike only through e-mails and his postings on Solosez and other internet forums and e-mail groups.
I first corresponded with Mike in 1997, when I was in the early planning stages of opening my own law office. Since then, he was a consistent source of practical and legal advice and, more importantly, humor and wit.
I will miss him.
Ronni Jillions
October 30, 2007
I knew Mike through his contributions to SOLOSEZ. He was always willing to help those in need. He will be missed.
Lew Wiener
October 29, 2007
I never met Mike personally, but felt I knew him through his postings on Solosez and elsewhere.
His sense of humor, spirit, common sense and all around goodness will be sorely missed. ,
Patricia Joyce
October 29, 2007
Mike and I had many email discussions @ cancer. He had such a good attitude.
I'm glad he's now free, but I will miss him.
jennifer rose
October 28, 2007
I first met Mike around 1994 through e-mail, but from that time on, I could count that he would always have a supply of great right-of-center jokes, forwards and news. Whatever he would send was always original – and always good. He was blessed with extraordinary common sense and uncommon wit.
In a message he sent to a group of friends on a listserve in early September, he wrote “But so far I continue to try to ‘keep on keeping on.’”
We’ll all keep on remembering Mike --- and his level-headed friendship and guidance.
Lyza Sandgren
October 28, 2007
Many of us got to know Mike virtually through Solosez, the ABA blog for sole legal practitioners. As one Sezzer recently said, we will miss his fabulous wit, amazing honesty and common sense. My sincere sympathies to his family, colleagues and friends.
Eugene Lee
October 28, 2007
Mike, I'm glad to have known you in life. Have a safe journey to the other side. We'll miss you.
Sheryl Schelin
October 28, 2007
I am so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. The legal profession and the world will sorely miss him.
Larry and Margaret Gosnell
October 26, 2007
Linda and Family,
Larry and I are saddened to hear of Mike's passing. We have fond memories of him from our days in Portsmouth, New Hampshire and Papillion, Nebraska. May God bless and comfort all of you.
Jack Riddle
October 9, 2007
I would like to thank everyone who came to the visitation, sent cards and flowers, or shared their thoughts in this book. It was nice to see how many people were thinking of Dad!
Dave Carlson
October 2, 2007
Mike was a fair and honorable man. He was very special,and will be missed.
Steve Engberg
October 2, 2007
Mike will always be remembered for his contributions to the people of Papillion. I will always appreciate the advice and guidance I received from him.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jenni Riha-Manley
October 1, 2007
Mike has always been a joy when he would come in. He we definately be missed. We are glad to see him in peace, he fought this battle way too long.
Kohll's Pharmacy Papillion
Lisa, Becky, Jenni, Sarah and Tom
Jamie Jeffery
October 1, 2007
I am grateful to God that Uncle Mike is finally free of pain and discomfort. I am so sorry that I will not be able to attend the services, but know that my thoughts and prayers are with all of you right now.
God Bless you all,
Chris Flott
October 1, 2007
Linda, We are so saddened to hear about Mike. Our block will definately miss seeing him around! If you ever need ANYTHING, just hollar!!! With deepest sympathy & God's Blessings, Mark, Chris, Joshua, & Gabrielle Flott
Paul Schleck
October 1, 2007
Mike was a friend and mentor to me, going back to the early days of computer bulletin boards and personal use of the Internet in the early 90's. I will miss his generous nature and expert advice.
Mary Anne Hannibal
October 1, 2007
Mike came down the two doorways between their apartment and ours in Erdorf, West Germany, to greet us the very first night we arrived from the States following our wedding in the early days of Feb. 1969. I'll never forget, as it was right when George was struggling to carry me across the threshold, both of us laughing our heads off. Mike and Linda, newlyweds themselves, at once sowed the seeds of a bond of friendship which endures today. We grieve, we cry, and we laugh outloud at our many cherished memories of early days in our youthful marriages and since then. If only everyone is so fortunate as to have such a lifelong friendship as we have had with Mike, and continue with Linda. Bless you all. Mary Anne and George Hannibal
Curt & Lisa Todd
October 1, 2007
Linda and Family,
So sorry to hear about Mike, but glad that God has finally relieved him of his pain and suffering. May God's presence be felt by all of you in the coming days.
Scott & Kerri Robinson
October 1, 2007
It is said that children are one’s legacy. This being the case, Mike Riddle influenced/guided his sons (Mark, Jack, and Steve) to be men, husbands, fathers, and scholars. Condolences from the Robinson family.
Jack Winslade
October 1, 2007
Mike was a good friend and a long-time fellow OMAHUG member. We will miss him dearly.
Angie, Kent, and Kaitlyn Rosenboom
September 30, 2007
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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