Budd Riddle

Budd Smith Riddle passed away Feb. 25, 2016 at his home in Cedar City, Utah surrounded by his family. He was born in Cedar City, Utah on Dec. 7, 1927 to I.E. Riddle and Abby Smith Riddle.

He attended Cedar City schools and was a gifted musician who played in the dance band.

Budd served in the United States Army during World War II and spent a year in Japan.

When he returned to Cedar City he worked for his father as a grocery distributer and drove truck all over Southern Utah. He later provided for his family by driving fuel trucks.

On Feb. 15, 1956 he married Marlene Fife. They were sealed in the Salt Lake LDS Temple in 1963. They raised five children, Vickie Jensen, Jackie (Bryan) Jackson, Ronald (Liz) Riddle, Marilyn (Todd) Green, and Gale (Jennifer) Riddle. They have 10 granddaughters and 10 grandsons, and 29 great-grandchildren.

He was an active member of the LDS Church, serving in three bishoprics and many other callings. He and Marlene served in the St. George LDS Temple for two years. Budd lived a life of service, helping anyone in need. He was loved by all who knew him.

He is survived by his wife, Marlene; his children and their spouses; his grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and brother Ben.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Bernice; brothers Cluff and Rixey; and baby boy Budd Fife Riddle.

Funeral services will be Friday, March 4 at 11 a.m. at the Cedar City Rock Church located at 75 East Main, Cedar City, Utah. Viewings will be Thursday, March 3 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. and Friday, March 4 from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., both at the church. Interment will be in the Cedar City Cemetery. Arrangements are provided by McMillan Mortuary of St. George 435-688-8880. Online condolences may be sent at www.mcmillanmortuary.com.