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RIDDELL: Norman Gerrard of Dashwood formerly of Granton

June 7, 2024 By Haskett Funeral Home 41 Condolences

RIDDELL: Norman Gerrard of Dashwood formerly of Granton

Passed away unexpectedly at his home on Wednesday, June 5 2024 at the age of 44. Loving son of Maria Richards and Ron Riddell and step-son of Jeanette Riddell. Dear brother of April Rounds, Rebecca Klingenberg, Emily Riddell, Martin Reed, Parker Reed, and Claudia Reed and brother-in-law of Zack Rounds, John Klingenberg, and Jack Laycock. Fondly remembered by his niece and nephew, Charlot and Marcus Klingenberg, his grandpa Bill Hull and the extended Riddell and Richards families. Predeceased by his grandparents Norman and Florence Riddell and Antonia Hull.

Cremation has taken place. A private family graveside service will be held at a later date.

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Condolence Messages

  1. Marcella Stenabaugh

    July 6, 2024 at 12:40 PM

    Ah, we are so sorry to hear of your terrible loss Ron, Jeanette and family. Hugs to you all.

  2. Theresa Jongeneelen

    July 6, 2024 at 9:52 AM

    So sorry to hear of Norman’s passing. Our sincere condolences to everyone that shared in his life and to our cousins. Sending Love, Hugs and Prayers to all.
    Theresa Jongeneelen, Michelle Jongeneelen Pepe & Jordan Pepe.

  3. Marie Powell

    June 23, 2024 at 9:13 AM

    Let that strong love that bound you close, still bind you closer now.
    You have sincere sympathies from the Weir, Powell, Pearson branch of our shared tree.

  4. Lynn Shainline-O'Neal

    June 17, 2024 at 3:12 PM

    I am so sorry to read of Normans passing.
    Losing a child is the worst situation in the world.
    My Sincere Condolences to the family.

  5. Jeff Ross

    June 13, 2024 at 11:40 PM

    Ron, Jeanette and Maria.
    I am so sorry to hear of Norman’s passing. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless Norman and may he rest in peace.

  6. Alexandra Colby

    June 13, 2024 at 9:37 AM

    I’m so sorry to hear about Norman, my love and thoughts go to the Riddell Family.

    Sincerely,
    Alexandra Colby

  7. Sandra & Larry Hern

    June 13, 2024 at 9:28 AM

    We extend our sincere condolences to the Riddell family on the very sad loss of your dear son and brother, Norman. May all your happy memories together help to eventually heal your broken hearts.

  8. Caroline Jensen

    June 12, 2024 at 4:10 PM

    May he rest in peace – condolences to all of you
    Caroline Peter and Connor

  9. Kim Lewis

    June 11, 2024 at 10:17 AM

    Ron, Jeanette, Maria and family. My sincere condolences on the passing of Norman. Loved talking with him. Will miss his smile and his laugh. Keeping you all in my heart and prayers. ❤️❤️❤️

  10. Gina La Force

    June 11, 2024 at 8:43 AM

    I was so sorry to hear that Norman had passed. I first met him when he lived with Jean in Thunder Bay. I was very fond on him. He was always sociable, respectful, inquisitive and a pleasure to be with. Norman filled a unique niche in my heart and will be missed. My condolences to all his family.

  11. Liz Parkinson

    June 10, 2024 at 6:16 PM

    To the Riddell Family,

    Our sincere condolences at this very sad time.

    Liz Parkinson
    Robert Parkinson

  12. Keith and Liz Selves

    June 10, 2024 at 3:59 PM

    Ron,Jeanette and all the Riddell family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.

  13. Frank and Dianne Dietrich

    June 10, 2024 at 8:58 AM

    Ron, Jeanette and family,
    Our sincere condolences on the passing our your son, our thoughts and prayers are with you,
    Frank and Dianne

  14. Linda & Jerry Jongeneelen

    June 10, 2024 at 7:38 AM

    To the Riddell family.
    Just hearing this now of Norman’s passing we want to express our thoughts and condolences to the whole family. My heart goes out to everyone that shared in his life and to our cousins. Sending Love, Hugs and Prayers to all.

  15. Linda Mills

    June 9, 2024 at 6:57 PM

    Sending my heartfelt sympathy to everyone. Keeping his family in my thoughts as you begin to navigate down this heart breaking path.
    Hold on to all of the good memories shared together.

  16. Kyle and Meaghan Duncan

    June 9, 2024 at 6:25 PM

    Sorry to hear of Norman’s passing. Our deepest condolences.

  17. Madison Nichol

    June 9, 2024 at 12:10 PM

    I’m so sorry to hear about Norman! I remember as a kid, there was one summer he taught us how to play so many different card games just sitting around my moms dinner table. I will cherish that memory forever. Thinking of you all during this time!

  18. Rosann Pritchard

    June 9, 2024 at 11:21 AM

    Maria,Ron, Jeanette
    Sorry for the passing of Norman.
    Thinking of yous
    Rosann Pritchard

  19. Linda Mills

    June 9, 2024 at 10:49 AM

    Sending my heartfelt sympathy to all of Norms family. Such a devastating loss for your family. Hoping you can find comfort in knowing you will be kept in my thoughts Sending hugs.

  20. Karen Fletcher

    June 8, 2024 at 6:19 PM

    Ron and Jeanette and family. I am so very sorry to hear about Norman. Life is not fair to many of us. Stay strong, and God be with you.
    Love Karen Fletcher

  21. Jacqueline

    June 8, 2024 at 4:41 PM

    Ron, Jeannette, Maria and family. We are so sorry to hear of Norman’s passing. I always enjoyed chatting with him, he was such a sweet guy. Sending you all much love at this sad time.

    Love Jacqui and Brad Ingold ( Blyde)

  22. Mary Ann

    June 8, 2024 at 3:49 PM

    Sending all of our love and comfort to you at such a difficult time. Norman will be missed. XO Uncle Bob, Robbie, MaryAnn and Family.

  23. Gina Routledge and family

    June 8, 2024 at 2:21 PM

    Our sincere condolences to all his family and friends. Norman will be missed by all of us, may he rest in peace 💐

  24. Joe and Marlene French

    June 8, 2024 at 12:16 PM

    Ron and Jeanette and family,
    We were surprised and so very sorry to read of Norm’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you navigate through this.
    Sincerely, Marlene and Joe French

  25. Bill and Marilyn Hack

    June 8, 2024 at 10:55 AM

    Ron, Jeanette, Maria and families , we are sorry to hear of Norm,s passing. Our prayers are with you as you struggle through this hard time. Put the good memories in your heart.
    Bill and Marilyn Hack

  26. Shirley Bannerman

    June 8, 2024 at 9:08 AM

    Bill and I remember Norman as a fine young man. We send our condolences to Ron and Jeanette, his mother and each of Yuen Riddell family. May you know God’s comfort and peace at this difficult time.

  27. Dale Cook

    June 8, 2024 at 7:53 AM

    Ron, Jeanette, Marie, and family
    So very sorry to hear of Norms passing, my sincere condolences to you all.

  28. Jo-anne & John Wiles

    June 8, 2024 at 6:20 AM

    It saddens us to hear of the passing of Norman.
    You are in our thoughts and prayers.
    Sincere condolences.

    Jo-anne and John

  29. Jo-anne & John Wiles

    June 7, 2024 at 9:17 PM

    To the Riddell family.
    On hearing of Norman’s passing we want to express our thoughts and condolences to the whole family.
    Cherish the memories.
    You are in our prayers.

  30. Bobbi-jo McGlynn

    June 7, 2024 at 8:43 PM

    I will always remember Norman as the playful, kind and intelligent person he truly was. My deepest condolences to my sister Maria and her family and the Riddell family. May his spirit rest peacefully with the angels.

  31. John & Arlene Berendsen

    June 7, 2024 at 8:21 PM

    Sorry to hear of your loss…Thinking of all of you at this time…Arlene & John

  32. Brian &Sheila Kelly

    June 7, 2024 at 7:46 PM

    Ron and Jeanette and families we are saddened by your loss of Norm. Sending our deepest condolences to you and all his family.

    Brian & Sheila Kelly

  33. Mike Stewart

    June 7, 2024 at 7:26 PM

    Condolences to Ron and all of Norms family and friends. So sorry to hear of the loss of Norm, my deepest sympathy at this most difficult time. Remember the good times and hold on to the memories.
    Mike Stewart

  34. Nancy Dickenson

    June 7, 2024 at 7:06 PM

    To Ron, Jeanette and family,
    Thinking of you during this time of mourning and sadness. Praying for the Lord to comfort you and hold you close in the days and months ahead as you grieve the loss of your son, brother, uncle, and friend. And may Norman rest in peace.
    In sympathy,
    Nancy D

  35. The Benner's

    June 7, 2024 at 5:36 PM

    Dear Ron, Jeanette , Maria and the entire Riddell Family….Our sincere sympathy on the passing of your treasured son, brother, uncle and nephew. I can not imagine your extreme feelings of great loss. Keeping you in our hearts as you navigate this challenging and devastating time of grief…Don ,Heather and Family….

  36. Jo Ann & Dwayne Piper

    June 7, 2024 at 5:04 PM

    Claudia and family
    Thinking of you all during this very sad time.

  37. Bonnie Kirk

    June 7, 2024 at 4:31 PM

    Norman was a extraordinary person he will be missed my thoughts to all families

  38. Cheryl Redegeld

    June 7, 2024 at 3:25 PM

    Sorry to read about the passing of Norman. I remember when Norman came to the Exeter library. He always read the most interesting books.

  39. Clayton

    June 7, 2024 at 2:42 PM

    My condolences to the family just like Barb said a loss of words if I had any to make these days better I would say them over and over .

  40. Connie Lesperance

    June 7, 2024 at 2:27 PM

    Maria and Family. I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to all his family and friends. May he rest in the sweetest of peace. 🙏

  41. Barb

    June 7, 2024 at 1:22 PM

    I am at a Loss for words, My Sincere Condolences for Everyone

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