The family and friends of a lifetime Helena resident, are saddened to announce his passing.
He was our loving, husband, father and grandfather. Walter “Bud” Robert Riddock, age 88, passed away in Helena on April 24, 2018 surrounded by his family.
Walter was born in Helena to the late Walter J. and Venice (Virbel) Riddock on September 5, 1929. He attended Emerson and Central elementary schools. While attending Helena High School he lettered in football and track, graduating in 1949.
Walter met the love of his life, Rosemary O’Donnell, a “Greenie” Cheerleader from Cathedral High School. They were married at the Cathedral of Saint Helena on September 2, 1950. Bud prided himself on having a relationship full of love, humor and respect. His unconditional love was given to all the lives he touched. Rosemary passed away on April 4, 2002.
In 1951, Walter joined the army and was stationed in Bobingen, Germany. He worked for Riddock Well Drillers, Pitney Bowes, sold Real Estate, and was a draftsman at the Montana State Highway Department. He bought and sold heavy equipment, owned Riddock Distributing Trucking Co. and Riddock Rental.
Walter is survived by his children, Shirlee (Greg) Nelson, Pocatello, ID; Cathee (Mike) Crapo, Longmont, CO.; Jack Riddock, Helena; Ron “Rudy” (Gwen) Riddock, Helena; Jeannee (Larry) Nangle, Idaho Falls, ID; 10 grandchildren Jenaee (Craig), Adams, Boise, ID; Tracee (Bill) Mckay, Highlands Ranch, CO.; Ryan Crapo, Longmont, CO; Coree (Matt) Boyer Aurora, CO.; Conrad (Josey) Nangle, Twin Falls, ID; Patrick Nelson, Pocatello, ID; Cristina (Christian) Johnson; Bridgett Riddock (Bryan Winkley); Amber Riddock (Seth Bourquin) and Rudy Riddock, Helena; 12 great-grandchildren: Hailee and Macee Adams, Boise, ID; Cody and Nicole McKay, Highlands Ranch, CO.; Oliver Crapo, Longmont, CO.; Jude, Natalie and Mary Lee Johnson; Kobey, Karley and Khloey Winkley; Stetson Bourquin, Helena, brother-in-law Wallace Small, Missoula and numerous nieces and nephews.
His parents, wife Rosemary (O’Donnell), son Douglas, sisters Eula Marie Jacquez and Barbara Pitman preceded him in death.
A memorial service celebrating Bud’s life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, April 30th at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home, 3750 N. Montana Ave. A reception will follow the service in the social hall of the funeral home. Memorials in Bud’s name are suggested to the Lewis & Clark Humane Society, P.O. Box 4455, Helena, MT 59604 or to the charity of the donor’s choice. Please visit below to offer a condolence to the family or to share a memory of Bud.
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
2:00 p.m.
Monday April 30, 2018
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
2:00 p.m.
Monday April 30, 2018
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
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Jeanne Kohal says
Our deepest thoughts and prayers are with the Riddock family,
This wonderful man and the children he raised have had a profound effect on our family. We know he is at peace with his beautiful Rosemary now. God Bless
Jeanne, Mike, and Andrew Kohal
Ric says
My thoughts are with you guys. Bud was such Hugh part of our family. He was loved by all of us. The memories of the times we all had will be cherished.
Rest in peace Bud.
Jacki says
Jack,
So sorry to hear of your families loss. Our thoughts and prayers goes out to you all.
God Bless
Cliff & Jacki Huff
Valerie says
Jack, I worked with you at Hennessy’s men’s dept. in the early 80’s.
Just read that your dad passed away.
My deepest condolences.
Valerie
Leona Zaharko says
I am SO sorry to hear of Buds’ passing. I have known him for many, many years and know what a wonderful
man he was. Many prayers and love to all.
allen stenhjem says
RIP ol Buddy God Bless,,,,,,,,,
Michael E Murphy says
Bud, you were a wonderful man!
Mike Murphy
Todd says
Sorry for the lose,of your dad, Bud will be missed,
Susie Fergerson Wong says
Jeannee,
Thinking of you and your family during this time of loss and sending prayers.
God Bless!
Curt Black says
Cathee, Jack, Ron & Jeannee, sorry to hear about your dad’s passing. May he rest in peace. Curt Black
R M Kunnary says
To the Riddock family – So sorry to hear of Bud’s passing. He is now at rest in God’s arms.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rest in peace Bud
Matt & Mary Kunnary