ROBERT JACK RIDDLE, age 60, of Luverne, died Thursday, September 7, 2017, at his home. He was born August 2, 1957, in Fort Lewis, WA, to Robert Jr. and Mary Ann (Linger) Riddle. At the age of seventeen, Bob enlisted in the United States Army. He served his country in the 101st Airborne for over twenty six years.

   Bob married Sharon Schouwenburg on July 20, 1985, in Etowah, TN. The couple lived in Fort Campbell, KY for ten years before moving to Luverne in 1995.

   He enjoyed gardening, spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, and his two dogs.

   Bob is survived by his wife, Sharon Riddle, Luverne; five children, Patty (Billy) Williford, Madisonville, TN; Michelle (Ryan) Anderson, Sioux Falls, SD; Meagan Riddle, Luverne; Melissa Riddle, Luverne; and Doug (Melainie) Riddle, Camden County, NC; seven grandchildren, Bethany, Britney & Briley Williford; Braxton Anderson; and Hailey, Tricia & Emmy Riddle; two brothers, Richard & Ron Riddle; step mother, Jackie Riddle; three nieces, Lisa Berg; Kristi (Tom) Duncan; and Amber (Brett) Dessel; three nephews, BJ & Jason Arden; and Jerimiah Riddle; and his beloved dogs, Prince & Hercules.

   He was preceded in death by his parents; grandson, BJ Williford; and a sister, Diane (James) Arden.

   Visitation will be from 5-7 pm Monday at the Dingmann Funeral Home in Luverne. A Celebration of Life & Sharing of Memories will be at 7 pm Monday at the Dingmann Funeral Home in Luverne. Burial with full military honors provided by the Luverne American Legion & VFW will be at a later date.

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