Graham Riddick

Graham Riddick

Graham Clay Riddick, 78, of 1218 Ramsey Road, Elizabeth City, NC, died Saturday, February 18, 2012 at Guardian Care of Elizabeth City.  Born in Pasquotank County, NC, he was the son of the late Allan and Margaret Markham Riddick and was the husband of Daisy Keech Riddick of the home.  Mr. Riddick was a retired shipyard worker, having worked for Norshipco for thirty-three years. He was a member of Forest Park Church of God. 

In addition to his wife, Mr. Riddick is survived by two daughters, Marvetta Meads of Cameron, NC and Margaret Virginia Spraggins of Dover, DE; two sons, Ricky Lynn Riddick and Alan Riddick, both of Elizabeth City, NC;  a step-daughter, Teresa Lynn Green of Farmville, NC; two step-sons, Billy Joe Squires of Washington, NC and Larry Wilson Squires of Blounts Creek, NC; a sister, Bessie Fortenberry of Elizabeth City, NC; two brothers, Talmadge Riddick of Saratoga, FL and Robert Riddick of Chesapeake, VA; sixteen grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.  Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, Murphy Potter “Jack” Riddick, Thomas Riddick and Donald Wayne Riddick.

A funeral service will take place Tuesday, February 21, 2012 at 2:00 p.m. at Forest Park Church of God with the Rev. Scott Neal officiating.  Burial will be in West Lawn Memorial Park Cemetery.    The family will receive friends Monday evening from 7:00 until 8:30 p.m. at Twiford’s Memorial Chapel and at all other times at the residence.  Twiford Memorial Chapel, 405 East Church Street, Elizabeth City, NC is assisting the Riddick family. Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.twifordfh.com.

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  1. Kay Acurio on February 19th, 2012 11:04 am

    Sending all of you severe condolences during this sad time. Hold on to those sweet memories. In His Love, Kay Acurio


  2. Carm Hooper on February 19th, 2012 8:01 pm

    Daisy, oh Daisy, how wish I was still in EC to personally visit and express my sorry at your husband’s passing. I’m living in Texas now, but I want you to know that you and your family are in my prayers. May the Holy Spirit comfort your heart and my you all be cradled in God’s love.

    Your “Secret Sister” Carm Hooper


  3. mike morse on February 19th, 2012 8:56 pm

    Ms daisy and family my thoughts and prayers are with youll at this j really liked mr graham alot.


  4. mike morse on February 19th, 2012 8:57 pm

    Ms daisy and family my thoughts and prayers are with youll at this i really liked mr graham alot.


  5. Roxanne Morgan on February 20th, 2012 3:28 am

    Ms. Daisy, Cliff and I are so sorry to hear about your loss. May God be with you and your family during this time. Love ya


  6. Marvin Alligood on February 20th, 2012 5:23 am

    We are so sorry to learn of Graham’s passing. He was a fine person and we enjoyed all the visits the two of you made to our family home and we were always made to feel so welcome at your home. God Bless you and our deepest sypathies.
    Marvin, Patsy, Bud, Marvin Jr. Ryan, Courtney, and Heather and families


  7. Donna W. Josefowski on February 20th, 2012 6:33 am

    Dear Ginny (and the Riddick family), I was so sad to hear of your Dad’s passing. Hearing stories of him from you, it almost feels like I knew him. Please remember that Larry and I are thinking of you during this very difficult time.

    Your friend,

    Donna


  8. Candace N on February 21st, 2012 6:02 am

    Mr. Graham was a nice man from what I could tell. I know we will all miss him. He may be gone but not forgotten. I give you all my condolences. He will rest in peace

    ~Candace


  9. Wendy Colson on February 22nd, 2012 2:03 pm

    Alan, words cannot say how sorry I am to hear about your dad. He was a sweetheart. We will miss him.


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