William Riddick Obituary William H. Riddick, II May 8, 1930 - September 5, 2015 Franklin - William Henry (Bill) Riddick, II died September 5, 2015 at his home after a lengthy illness. A son of the late Dr. John D. Riddick and Rebie Whitfield Riddick, he was born in Danville and spent his youth in Roanoke. He attended Blackstone College where his father served as president and graduated from Randolph-Macon College in 1953. Mr. Riddick retired from the Accounting Dept. of Union-Camp Corporation and enjoyed many years of traveling with his wife, Gaynelle, who conducted group tours around the world for thousands of loyal clients. In 1973 he and his wife, his twin brother Bob and his wife Judy founded The Peanut Patch in Courtland and through the years remained a loyal fan. He was a devoted member of High Street United Methodist Church in Franklin. Survivors include his wife, Gaynelle Edwards Riddick, two sons: William Henry Riddick, III and wife Nancy of Smithfield, VA and Thomas Duncan Riddick and wife Denise of Newsoms, VA. He was so very proud of his six grandchildren: Daniel Thomas Riddick (Mary), Anne Stuart Riddick, John Currie Riddick, William Henry Riddick, IV, Joshua Wayne Riddick, and Thomas Whitfield Riddick. Other survivors include his twin brother s wife, Judy Riddick and their daughters, Jane Riddick Fries (Ted) and Alice Riddick Shaffer (Paul) and their children, Noah and Erika Shaffer. He was very proud to be a part of the greater Edwards family numbering 60! He was predeceased by an elder brother, John D. Riddick, Jr. and his twin brother, Robert Whitfield Riddick. His funeral service will be held on Wednesday, September 9, 2015 at 11:00 AM at High Street United Methodist Church on Camp Parkway just west of Franklin conducted by the Reverend Nathan Decker, minister. Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery in Courtland. A reception will be held in the Frankfort Memorial Fellowship Hall at the church. Visitation will be held Tuesday Sept. 8, 2015 from 6:30 - 8:00 at Wright Funeral Home and at other times at the residence, 109 Irving Street. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to High Street United Methodist Church or to your favorite charity. www.wrightfuneralhome.org -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- See also: 1) https://www.wrightfuneralhome.org/obituary/3298530 2) https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/pilotonline/name/william-riddick-obituary?id=21837522 3) https://www.pilotonline.com/obituaries/william-h-riddick-franklin-va/ ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ## Narrative Summary of the Obituary William H. Riddick, II, born on 8 May 1930, passed away on 5 September 2015. He was a devoted family man, survived by his wife, two sons, and six grandchildren, and was a loyal member of High Street United Methodist Church. ## Narrative Summary of Funeral Services William H. Riddick, II, had his funeral service on 9 September 2015 at High Street United Methodist Church. He was interred at Riverside Cemetery in Courtland. ## The Edited Obituary William H. Riddick, II May 8, 1930 - September 5, 2015 Franklin - William Henry (Bill) Riddick, II died September 5, 2015, at his home after a lengthy illness. A son of the late Dr. John D. Riddick and Rebie Whitfield Riddick, he was born in Danville and spent his youth in Roanoke. He attended Blackstone College where his father served as president and graduated from Randolph-Macon College in 1953. Mr. Riddick retired from the Accounting Dept. of Union Camp Corporation and enjoyed many years of traveling with his wife, Gaynelle, who conducted group tours around the world for thousands of loyal clients. In 1973, he and his wife, his twin brother Bob, and his wife Judy founded The Peanut Patch in Courtland and through the years remained loyal fans. He was a devoted member of High Street United Methodist Church in Franklin. Survivors include his wife, Gaynelle Edwards Riddick; two sons: William Henry Riddick, III and wife Nancy of Smithfield, VA, and Thomas Duncan Riddick and wife Denise of Newsoms, VA. He was very proud of his six grandchildren: Daniel Thomas Riddick (Mary), Anne Stuart Riddick, John Currie Riddick, William Henry Riddick, IV, Joshua Wayne Riddick, and Thomas Whitfield Riddick. Other survivors include his twin brother's wife, Judy Riddick, and their daughters, Jane Riddick Fries (Ted) and Alice Riddick Shaffer (Paul) and their children, Noah and Erika Shaffer. He was very proud to be a part of the greater Edwards family numbering 60! He was predeceased by an elder brother, John D. Riddick, Jr., and his twin brother, Robert Whitfield Riddick. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to High Street United Methodist Church or to your favorite charity. www.wrightfuneralhome.org ### Vital Statistics Summary | Name | William Henry (Bill) Riddick, II | |---------|----------------------------------| | Age | 85 years | | Birth | 8 May 1930; Danville | | Death | 5 September 2015; Franklin | ### Table of Relationships | Name | Relationship | Residence | |----------------------------------|----------------|----------------| | William Henry (Bill) Riddick, II | Decedent | Franklin, VA | | Gaynelle Edwards Riddick | Spouse | Franklin, VA | | William Henry Riddick, III | Child | Smithfield, VA | | Thomas Duncan Riddick | Child | Newsoms, VA | | Daniel Thomas Riddick | Grandchild | Unknown | | Anne Stuart Riddick | Grandchild | Unknown | | John Currie Riddick | Grandchild | Unknown | | William Henry Riddick, IV | Grandchild | Unknown | | Joshua Wayne Riddick | Grandchild | Unknown | | Thomas Whitfield Riddick | Grandchild | Unknown | | Judy Riddick | Sibling | Unknown | | Jane Riddick Fries | Niece | Unknown | | Alice Riddick Shaffer | Niece | Unknown | ### Other Relevant Information 1. William H. Riddick, II was born on 8 May 1930 in Danville and spent his youth in Roanoke. 2. He attended Blackstone College and graduated from Randolph-Macon College in 1953. 3. Mr. Riddick retired from the Accounting Department of Union Camp Corporation. 4. He enjoyed many years of traveling with his wife, Gaynelle, who conducted group tours around the world. 5. In 1973, he and his wife, along with his twin brother Bob and his wife Judy, founded The Peanut Patch in Courtland. 6. He was a devoted member of High Street United Methodist Church in Franklin.