Franklin Dale Riddle, age 79 of Lincoln, passed away June 24, 2017. Retired from National Crane in 2002. Filled his days working at A Street Auto, playing Keno, playing pitch “shooting for the moon”, gardening, and telling stories/jokes to anyone he met.
He is survived by Nelma (wife of 57 years), Theresa (daughter), Mike (son), Patti (daughter), Harold (brother), Alice (sister), Freida (sister), Helen (sister-in-law), Gary and LeAnne (brother-in-law and sister-in-law), Edie (sister-in-law), Sharon (sister-in-law), grandchildren, many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, siblings, in-laws, Tammy (daughter), and Haley (granddaughter).
Cremation, no visitation, private family burial will be held. Condolences may be left at trumpmemorials.com. Trump Funeral Services, 1600 West “O” Street, Lincoln are handling the arrangements.
RIP Uncle Dale you will greatly missed and forever in our hearts!
Our sympathy and prayers for Aunt Nelma and the family in their time of greif.
!!A VERY SPECIAL NEIGHBOR!!!! Always a smile and kind words and ever ready to help out. I will miss him a lot, but know that he is smiling down on all of us!
RIP Dale, Be at peace with the angels. I am blessed to have known you and your family. You always had a smile to share it a laugh to give. Having been part of my life ever since Mike n i were 5. I pray you are free now. My deepest sympathies to Mike Nelma Patti and all your family. Keeping you in thoughts and prayers. Much love.
Nelma,
You know Dale and you hold a special place in our hearts. Dale will be missed but he is now pain-free and catching up with Haley. Love you two
Nelma and family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Many wonderful memories throughout the years when our kids were in school together and sports. I enjoyed the friendship. Tom said he enjoyed working with Dale at National Crane. Deepest condolences. Cathy and Tom Fick and Family
Nelma & family – Will miss Uncle Dale so much! He was the best! all our love, Kris, Kyle, Claire & Derek, Shawna and Holly
My thoughts and prayers to the family. Bob and I enjoyed knowing your family. May Dale be at peace now and free of pain. RIP and know you were and will always be loved.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the whole family. You and Nelma were such good friends and good people. Dale would do anything for anyone, Nelma too. He will be missed, but he is with Tammy and Hailey now and pain free. God bless you……
Couldn’t ask for a better neighbor than Dale and his wife Nelma. He was always the first to pitch in to help shovel, fix something, or teach you how to do it yourself. I will miss those surprise visits with goodies in his hand. Rest In Peace, Dale.
Nelma, you and Dale are very special people. I was always welcome into your home and we had lots of laughs playing cards, eating and watching the Huskers. Both volleyball and football. Take care of yourself and always know he will be in your heart and memories forever. Love you. Paula Crandall
We are so sadden to hear the loss of our neighbor. Dale will be greatly missed. Our hearts and prayers go out to family and friends.
Thoughts and prayers to all. I worked with Dale for many years at National Crane. He always had a smile and good story for everyone. Rest in peace.
Nelma, Fred & I are so sorry to hear of Dale’s passing. Fred always enjoyed working with Dale and we always liked to spend time with your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
I too worked with Dale at National Crane and enjoyed his friendship and his great work ethic. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Nelma and your family. Rest in peace
My deepest sympathy to you and your family with the passing of your loved one. Dale, better known as ‘Bunny’ were classmates from 1st through 12th grade. Dale’s family was one of the first to welcome us to Reynolds! Our families spent much time to gather building a strong friendship and many memories. Dale and I did not keep in touch but we did cross paths on occasion at a Waverly school activity.
Deepest sympathy,
Donnetta (Duis), Bertwell plan
This may be a year late, but I’m so sorry to hear of Dale (Bunny) passing. Take care. (You might not even remember me, but I’ll remember you forever!)
Carolyn Molzahn