Riddell, Isobell Pearl (Diz)
Isobell Pearl (Diz) Riddell
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Isobell Pearl (Diz) Riddell on Thursday, August 29th, 2024, at the age of 89 years.
Isobell was born in Prince Albert, SK, the middle of 5 siblings, where she went to school, and met and married Gerald (Jack) Riddell. They lived in Regina, SK during the early years of their marriage before moving to Moose Jaw, SK in 1961, where they lived the rest of their lives and raised 4 children.
Isobell worked for Moose Jaw Clinic and the Moose Jaw School Board before her retirement. She loved a Saskatchewan thunderstorm, good burnt BBQed hot dogs, cheering on the Riders, and talking about and looking at pictures of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Isobell was predeceased by Jack on January 25th, 2013, and is survived by her children: Debbie (Glenn) Wolkowski, Wendy (Jim) Bailey, Jack (Merlyn) Riddell, and Jim Riddell; grandchildren: Lindsay, Ashlee, Kelsey, Karen, Vicki, Mara, and Michelle; 13 great-grandchildren and 2 great-great-grandchildren; sister, Ellen Taraschiuk; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank the staff at Chateau St Michael for their care during Mom’s final days, as well as the staff at The Bentley.
A private family gathering will be held at a later date to honour Isobell. In lieu of flowers, donations in Isobell’s name may be made to The Moose Jaw Humane Society, Box 1658 Station Main, Moose Jaw, SK S6H 7K7 or The Arthritis Society, 110 – 2550 – 12th Ave, Regina, SK S4P 3X1. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Gary McDowell, Funeral Director 306-693-4550
Most sincere condolences Jack & the rest of your family in the passing of your mom.
Worked with Diz at CCI. A very nice lady. Still remember the day a brick crashed through the ceiling and landed on her desk. She kept it for a souvenir.
I had you as one of my teachers at CCI. I don’t ever remember hearing the “brick” story, thank you for sharing that memory of mom.
I had the honour of working with Diz and remember how her ready smile and laugh cheered me up. My deep condolences to the family.
I worked with Diz at CCI–what a classy lady. She always met us every day with a smile and a word of encouragement if anyone was having a trying day. Yes, the “brick from the roof day” will always stand out!! My sincerest condolences to her family. Rest in peace, Diz.