Ron was born June 11, 1949 in Grinnell Iowa. Ron was the son of Grace Thompson Riddle and Glen Riddle . He joined his beloved wife in heaven on December 6, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona surrounded by his loving family, following a stroke. Ron spent his childhood in Grinnell and was a member of the Grinnell High School class of 1967. He participated in many sports and activities. His love of sports lasted a lifetime as he continued to participate in fast pitch softball and played on many successful recreational sports teams. Ron was a natural leader of people, combining his natural leadership skills with his competitive nature and desire to win. He cheered his beloved Pittsburgh Steelers and Iowa Hawkeyes with passion his entire life. Ron was also an avid golfer and Harley Davidson motorcycle enthusiast. He attended the Sturgis Motorcycle rally in 2019, fulfilling a bucket list item.

On January 1, 1979, Ron married the love of his life, Angela Fronsdahl in Las Vegas, Nevada. Their spark was immediate. Ron knew right away that Angie was the one for him. She was the ying to his yang and completed him, offering the perfect balance to Ron's outgoing and adventuresome spirit. Ron and Angie were blessed with two children, Samantha and Nicholas (Nick). Ron and Angie made their first home in Grinnell and later moved their family to the Phoenix, Arizona area where Ron owned and operated a tire business for over 20 years. In 2008, they relocated to Dewey, Arizona to be closer to their cherished daughter Samantha and their beloved grandchildren, Devin and Savannah. Ron retired and lived the rest of his life in Dewey.

To all that knew him, Ron will be remembered as a kind, loving and devoted son, husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. He always possessed a youthful spirit and energy that was evident to everyone he met. Always up for a new adventure, he led his family to experience new and different things. Always on the look out for the next beach trip for his beloved Angie. Ron was generous and possessed a heart of gold. Ron was also fiercely loyal. He would give you the shirt off his back, but that would likely come with some straight forward advice delivered as only Ron could. He was a big brother without comparison. He was a hero and a rock that family could turn to. To many he seemed larger than life, given the positive influence he presented. He was always available to love, support and protect his family when needed, offering wise counsel and a practical perspective. Ron spent his life protecting his family beginning with his siblings growing up. They have memories of big brother Ron taking on others in their defense. He was a special brother with a loyalty that never wavered and could be counted on in any situation. Ron lived life with humor, always laughing and smiling. He had an infectious laugh and was wickedly funny. He was quick with a joke or a line of witty sarcasm. He was a master of pranks and putting people off guard in humorous ways. He leaves behind many sayings that were his love language. When Ron called you a dumb ass, then you knew you were family. Ron's life was marred by several tragedies but through them all he grew into a man of faith, honesty, loyalty and courage. Ron left behind all of these traits and his legacy. Today his family continues to tap into his memory to draw strength for their lives. His laughter echoes each day for all of us.

Ron is survived by his daughter, Samantha; his other children, Stacy Neighbors, Gabriel Neighbors (Jamie) and Jon Darter (Michelle); his grandchildren, Devin Hutman (Pia), Savannah Hutman (Liam); his father, Glen Riddle; his siblings, Saundy Anderson (Mike), Chris Riddle (Tammy) and Jeff Riddle, numerous other grandchildren, great-grandchildren and many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends too numerous to list.

He was preceded in death by his wife Angie; his mother, Grace Riddle; his brother, Jim Riddle; his son Nicholas Riddle; and his maternal and paternal grandparents.

Angela Sue Fronsdahl was born October 23 ,1955 in Perry Iowa. Angie flew away to heaven on July 12, 2025 at her home in Dewey, Arizona surrounded by her family. Angie spent her childhood in Collins Iowa, with her grandmother Ruth and sister Susan. They operated a small nursing home facility where Angie learned to care for others with kindness and compassion. In 1973 she moved to Grinnell Iowa where she graduated with the Grinnell High School class of 1973. After graduation she worked for GTE located in Grinnell.

On January 1, 1979, she married Ron Riddle in Las Vegas, Nevada. Angie and Ron became parents to two children, Samantha and Nicholas (Nick). She was a dedicated working mother, remaining employed at GTE until they relocated to the Phoenix Arizona area in 1983. In Phoenix she was employed by Wincup, until she and Ron relocated to Dewey, Arizona to be near Samantha and their grandchildren in 2005. Angie was employed by the Prescott Memorial hospital in Prescott, Arizona until her retirement in 2023.

Angie was a beautiful, quiet, loving and kind wife, mother and friend. She always led life with quiet strength and patience that reflected her easy going nature and dedication to her family. She was a loving and supportive wife to Ron and dedicated and loving mother to Samantha and Nick. She showered the same love and dedication on her grandchildren, Devin and Savannah. She had a great sense of humor and dealt with daily challenges with a sense of calm and clarity. She had a smile and laugh that lit up rooms. She also had a look that could calm the raging ocean and Ron. Angie loved the outdoors, especially the ocean and the beach. Angie's favorite spot on earth was the beach where she enjoyed the sun and calming effects of the waves and sea breezes. She and Ron owned a condo in Rocky Point, Mexico, which was her favorite place to go. Angie's personality was a reflection of her love of the ocean and she mirrored its awesome beauty and rhythmic calmness throughout her life. When living with Ron, a calm and patient demeanor was a requirement. She was a hard worker, dedicated to any task or problem at hand. She always let everyone discuss and try solutions before she stepped in and solved the problem. Ron played the part but Angie really was the smartest person in the room. She was a valued employee during her working career. Serving as an executive secretary and human resources manager. Angie was an adept adult baby sitter and she was the main driver behind many successful careers, including her own. Angie enjoyed thrift shopping and collecting antique items. She was a world class Goodwill shopper and surely is a hall of fame contributor for that organization. She always managed to fill up the back of the Tahoe every Saturday with the fruits of hours of wandering the aisles. She also loved hearing Ron complain about it as it was part of the fun. The truth be told, she had a knack for turning those items into household designs that were original and beautiful. Angie loved her grandchildren. Devin and Savannah were the joys of her life and you could see the pride in her eyes when she spoke of them and what they had accomplished. She was active in their lives, sharing many special moments with them as they grew up. She was their biggest fan and supporter no matter what. The memories they have of Angie will always provide warmth in their hearts and smiles on their faces. Angie was also a dedicated dog mother to many small dogs that she and Ron had throughout their life. She was as caring and dedicated to them as she was to the humans in her family. She loved all of her dogs and they received the same dedication and kindness as everyone else. She always worried about them and made sure they were always taken care of and received plenty of love everyday. They received a treat or gift every Saturday from the Goodwill stash in the back of the Tahoe. She is no doubt surrounded by her dogs in her home in heaven.

Angie is survived by her daughter, Samantha Riddle Hutman; her grandchildren, Devin Hutman (Pia) and Savannah (Liam); her stepmother, Melody Fronsdahl; her nephew, Nathan Lund; her sister in-law, Saundy Anderson (Mike) ; her brothers in-law, Chris Riddle (Tammy) and Jeff Riddle and her father-in-law, Glen Riddle.

Angie is joined in heaven by her husband Ron, who passed away on December 6, 2025. She was also preceded in death by her son, Nicholas Riddle; her grandmother, Ruth Fronsdahl; her father, Al Fronsdahl; her sister, Susan Bjorklund; and her mother-in-law, Grace Riddle