Karen E. Riddle

Karen E. Riddle, 57, passed away on December 28, 2022, at her home in Martinsville, Virginia, after a brief illness. She was surrounded by her family.

Karen was the daughter of Marian Sheppard of Richmond and the late Lewis Wayne Riddle of Ridgeway. Karen is survived by her mother, Marian; brother, Richard (Veronica); nephew, Brian (Jessica) and Ethan Riddle; aunts and cousins.

Karen was a Recreational Therapist in Madison/Mayodan where she received much joy working with her clients. She was creative, delightful, and funny. She could find humor in many situations and was a joy to be around. She loved her friends, family and her dog, Roxy.

Her mother would like to thank Karen's friend, Margaret Burkhart, for being there for Karen up to the end and for giving Roxy a loving home. Karen chose to donate her body to science to further help others. Karen was loved by many and will be sorely missed.