Pastor Ralph Riddle, age 77, of Ardmore, TN, passed away Tuesday, December 24, 2024. He was born in Madison County, AL on July 5, 1947, to the late Chester Nelson and Della May Harris Riddle. In addition to his parents, Pastor Riddle is preceded in death by one sister: Judy Riddle; one brother: Robert Riddle; and son-in-law: Eddie Gardner. He was a member of the Elk River Community Baptist Church.

Pastor Riddle is survived by his wife of 59 years: Linda Riddle; three daughters: Jannell (David) Self, Mary (Mickey) Self, and Jeanie Faye Gardner; one son: Elvis (Amanda) Riddle; thirteen grandchildren; twenty-five great-grandchildren; one sister: Charlotte Malone; and five brothers: Johnny Riddle, Joe Riddle, James Riddle, Charles Riddle and Buck Riddle.

Funeral services will be held Sunday, December 29, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. in the chapel of Gallant-Riverview Funeral Home with Rev. Jerry Hovis officiating. Burial will follow in Blanche Cemetery. Visitation will be Sunday from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Gallant-Riverview Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Pastor Ralph Riddle.