RIDDELL, Douglas George – formerly of Grand Bend, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of his family at Jessica’s House Residential Hospice, Exeter, on Saturday, August 12, 2023, in his 89th year. Beloved husband of the late Betty Louise Riddell (nee Whaling) (2003). Cherished father of Steven Riddell (Ilona) and Sandra and Ian Reid. Loving grandpa of Maddison, Mitchell and Rose Riddell (Noah), Stuart and Sydney Reid. Doug is also survived by his brother Jack, sisters-in-law Anita Riddell, Leone Riddell and Donna Whaling and remembered by his former daughter-in-law Susan Riddell. Son of the late Wm. Keith Riddell (1970) and Dorothy Belle (nee Spong) (1990), Doug was also predeceased by twin sisters Dorothy Jean (1930) and Beth King (2001) and in-laws Jerry King, Peg and Irv Heimpel, Sally and Bill Steinburg, Frank and Anne Whaling, Bill and Helen Whaling and Len Whaling. Doug will be missed by many nieces and nephews. The family would like to thank Dr. Lam, the staff at the Exeter Villa and Jessica’s House for their incredible care. At Doug’s request, cremation has taken place. A Private Family Interment Service will be held at the St. Marys Cemetery, St. Marys. A Celebration of Life for Friends and Family on Sunday, August 20, from 2:00 to 4:00 at the Best Western Plus the Arden Park Hotel, 522 Ontario Street, Stratford. Arrangements entrusted to the T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home, Dashwood. Donations to Jessica’s House Residential Hospice, Exeter or the charity of your choice are greatly appreciated.
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Karn Durdin
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Doug’s whole family. We are so sorry to hear of his passing.
Karn Durdin and Don Thornton
Jim Dietrich
Sincere sympathy to all the family, so sorry for your loss.
Jim & Linda Dietrich.
Joyce Byrne
So sorry to hear of your loss Steve. Thoughts and prayers for you and yours.
Tena McKay
My sincere condolences with the loss of Doug Riddell to all of you. To me, he was a classy, kind man who loved his family very much and always was happy to hear what everyone was up to. I feel very fortunate to have been able to get to know him. Again, my sympathies and thoughts at this time.
Cheryl Becker
Steve, Sandra and families
Sorry to hear of your dads passing. Sympathies and hugs to you all during this difficult time.
Greg and Cheryl Becker and family
Susan Fullerton
Dear Sandra, Ian and family;
We are so sorry to learn of the passing of your father, father in law and grandfather.
Our sincere condolences to you all at this very sad time.
Edward McLean and Susan Fullerton
Bernice Boogemans
As neighbours of the Riddell family in Dashwood many years ago, we extend our deepest sympathy in the passing of Doug.
May the many memories you have as a family stay in your heart forever.
Bob & Bernice Boogemans
Ron and Sharon Crown
Dearest Riddell family,
We are so sad to read of the passing of our dear friend Doug, we live in the condos in Grand Bend and Doug was our neighbour for many years. We chatted almost daily until he moved to Exeter Villa and we really missed him then.
He is resting gently now with his dear Betty and we are sure he is very happy.
Rest In Peace Douglas George Riddell.
The entire Riddell family are in our sincere thoughts and prayers.
Ron and Sharon Crown.
Exeter Villa
The residents and staff of Exeter Villa, join our hearts in an expression of sympathy and condolence to you and your family at this time of sorrow. May the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.
Mark Heimrich
Steve, Sandra & families, and extended Riddell & Whaling families;
Our sincere sympathy in Doug’s passing. I have so many great memories of my high school years and well beyond enjoying Doug’s, and Betty’s welcoming, smiling faces. They were always so hospitable and accommodating to us young folks. Even meeting Doug in the arenas many times in more recent years, we’d always have a good chat. I was even able to absorb some valuable business advice from Doug’s vast knowledge bank of the business world on more than one occasion.
Treasure your many memories. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this time. ….Rest in Peace Mr. Riddell.
Mark & Julie Heimrich, Sarah, Scott & Spencer.
Jo-Ann Middleton
I am so sorry for the loss of your father. Although I never knew hom or even you very well, times like this are never easy.