Eric Riddle Obituary in Gastonia at Gregory Funeral Service

Obituary For Eric Riddle

Eric Riddle, affectionately known as Eric “Joe” by his family and friends was the fourth son born to Samuel C. Riddle Jr. and Muriel Grier Riddle on November 28. 1978. He was given the middle name of “Joe” by his late grandmother, Ruby Grier. He departed this life on April 21, 2020 at the Caromont Hospital in Gastonia, NC.

He attended Gaston County Schools where he excelled in academics as well as in basketball and track. He graduated from Cleveland Community College in Shelby, NC. Eric was employed at various jobs throughout his life. He was currently a self -employed landscaper and skilled handy man. I guess he could be called in this day and time a “Joe” of all trades. His services were always professionally done and he made sure you were satisfied with the results before leaving.

Eric was our burst of sunshine. We enjoyed being in his company. His “spark of life” and his love for people led him to never meet a stranger. He gave of himself often without hesitation; and never requiring anything in return. His famous smile and his laughter was contagious. To have known him is to know that he enjoyed a life full of happiness, love and excitement.

Some of the loves of his life were all types of music, food, fellowship and family. And as a family, we all loved him back. Khamari, please know that your Daddy loved you most of all. Eric’s untimely death has left us all with a void that we must now fill with remembered joys once shared with him.

We give thanks to God for the time He allowed Eric to be our son, brother, nephew, cousin and friend. We find peace in knowing that we will see him again on the other side.

Eric’s loving memory lives on through his loving companion, Geraldine White, son, Joshua Crawford of the home; his parents, Sam and Muriel Riddle of Belmont, NC; brothers, Bobby C. Riddle, Samuel C. Riddle III, Rueben B. Riddle and Jeremiah C. Riddle all of Belmont. A host of aunts, uncles, cousins and “special friends” –you all know who you are.

He will lie in state on Saturday from 10 until 11:45 a.m. at Gregory Funeral Service, Gastonia.

A private memorial service will be held at the funeral home on Saturday with live streaming on Facebook at 12 noon.

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He was my favorite cousin out of his brothers, he treated me like I was a princess and he was one of 5 of my first cousin. I love you "Kool joe" or cousin Eric. and Kamari he would try to find a way for us to play together and we did. Uncle sam and aunt Muriel I love you so much.-Kayla Lockhart ( kk ) and the Rose family

Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this most difficult time. May God continue to comfort you and keep you and your family. Love Tony and Karen M. King

My heartfelt condolences to you Muriel and your entire family. Prayers for your strength during this most difficult time. God Bless you all! Berthenia Barnett

Sam And Muriel I'm Sending Much Love For Your Loss! Our Family Will Continue To Pray Because, That's Exactly What We As A Family Has Always Done!I Love You Cousin, "God Will Take Care Of You,Thru Every Day, Oer All The Way,He Will Take Care Of You, God Will Take Care Of You."

Prayers for family and friends. Kind and sweet man. Man God shine his light Sam

I've been proud to call Eric my friend since Kindergarten. Just one of the absolute nicest people I've ever known. I'm always going to remember his constant smile, infectious laugh, and gentle soul. No doubt that Heaven got another angel. Truly blessed to have known Eric, and I feel sorry for those who never did.
Prayers for the Riddle family. Whit Shelton

My brother from another mother I love u dude fly high and i will never forget you 1 love family!!!!

Kool Joe always had a smile on his face and knew how to make everyone laugh. You were the guy everyone wanted on their team cause you always knew how to bring the best out of everyone so that we would win as a team. You will be missed but never forgotten. Much love homeboy! Prayers to the Riddle family....
Tookie

I'm so sorry for your loss. Eric was such a kind man.
Kim Cross

Praying that our GOD will grant you Peace and be your Comforter during your loss. James and Cynthia Hicks Family

Sam, Muriel and other family members. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Adams, Mike,Dorris, Tyler, Kelz and Amya
We love you

Prayers for the Riddle family during this time.

May our Lord bring you and the family peace and comfort during this time. Love ya'll Shane & MarKisha Reid and the Reid Family

Prayers for the family. Eric will be missed Marion & Debra Hines

Prayers to the Riddle family. May God bless and keep you during this difficult time Lonnie&Jada. Davis/Family

Praying for comfort and peace for the family during this difficult time. Love you all Antwain & Kyhra Pless

Our prayers go out to the Riddle family, Thomas and Selina Davie 3AK

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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