Joyce M. Riddle
October 13, 1930 ~ January 13, 2026
Born in: Oil City, Pennsylvania
Resided in: Franklin, Pennsylvania
Joyce M. Riddle, 95, of Franklin passed away on January 13, 2026 at the Caring Place.
Born on October 13, 1930 in Oil City, she was the daughter of the late Donald E. and Mary (Eulean) McLachlan.
She was a member of the Rocky Grove Avenue Presbyterian Church where she served as Cradle Roll coordinator, Sunday School teacher, and Women’s Associate Leader. She was also a deacon and elder.
Joyce retired from Polk Center where she worked for 25 years. The last 12 years of working there, she was the supervisor in the dietary department.Â
She enjoyed volunteering and would be seen at the voting centers, the former Franklin Hospital, and the gift shop at the Caring Place.
She loved to travel with her husband, Ronald Riddle before his passing in 1994. She also enjoyed reading, knitting, crocheting, and watching TV.
Left to cherish her memories are her children, Holly Denny of Franklin, Michael Wile and his wife, Connie, of Seneca; her two step-daughters, Nancy Lindsey and her husband, Jake and Kathy Drozdo and her husband, Bob; her 7 grandchildren; her several step-grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; three great great grandchildren; and her nephew Tim Dale of Virginia.Â
In addition to her parents and loving husband, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Cindy Colwell; her son-in-law James Colwell; her sister, Mary “Dinah” Dale; her brother-in-law Ted Dale; her nephew Tom Dale; and a step-son Richard Riddle.
A Celebration of Joyce’s Life will be held at the Caring Place Chapel, 103 N. 13th Street, Franklin on April 11, 2026 at 2:00 pm with Chaplain Mark Rusnak officiating. Â Arrangements are in the care of the Gardinier-Warren Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Inc. 1315 Chestnut Street, Franklin.
Joyce will be laid to rest next to her husband at Franklin Cemetery, Franklin.
Memorials, if desired, may be given to the Rocky Grove Presbyterian Church, 321 Rocky Grove Avenue, Franklin, PA 16323.
A special “Thank You” goes to the staff of the Caring Place and Aseracare for their kind and compassionate care of Joyce.Â
Please take a moment to share a memory or condolence with the family on Joyce’s Book of Memories online at WarrenFH.com.
Services
Celebration of Life: Saturday, April 11, 2026 2:00 pm
Room: Chapel
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Charities
The family greatly appreciates donations made to these charities in Joyce M. Riddle 's name.
Rocky Grove Avenue Presbyterian Church
321 Rocky Grove Avenue
Franklin,
Pennsylvania
16323
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Leo and Cindy Simpson
I would like to express my deepest sympathy for the loss of your beloved mother / grandmother. I first met Joyce more than sixty years ago, back when we lived just a few doors down on Nesbit Street. Your mother was truly a wonderful woman with a gentle spirit who was kind, caring, and thoughtful. No matter how tough life got, she always had a smile on her face and faith that things would get better. She genuinely cared about people and always tried to see the good in everyone. She was a hard worker, always willing to help others, and was the type of person who would give you her last dollar. After I moved away, I would sometimes see her around town; we’d always have a nice visit and she would update me on her family. More than anything, she loved and adored her family… her face would always light up whenever she talked about her children and her grandchildren. Although her passing will leave a void in your lives that will never be filled, I sincerely hope your happy memories will bring you a small measure of comfort and peace. Please know that my thoughts, prayers, and deepest sympathy are with you now and in the difficult days that lie ahead.
Rosalyn (Walker) Miller
Holly, Mike, and all Family.
So sorry to hear about Grandma Joyce. She was a lovely, blessed person. Praying for you all .
Brenda(Ziegler) Pressley
I am so sorry for your family’s loss. Joyce was a dear soul. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.