Preston Leon Riddle

Preston Leon Riddle – Sunrise April 4, 1924 and sunset August 31, 2010.  He was born in Dale, Texas to Monroe and Lula (Lackey) Riddle.

He is survived by wife of 64 years, Iris (Alexander) Riddle; daughters, Beverly Henson and Pam Petterson; grandchildren, Kelli Roeber, Chris Nielsen, Presley Roeber, Ryan Jones and Dylan Petterson.

Preston, P.L., or Leon as he was known to many, grew up in Dale where he attended the local school until he volunteered for service in World War II at the age of 18.  He served in the 81^st Troop Carrier Squadron under the 53^rd troop carrier wing.  He was in battle in South France, Belgium, Germany, Holland and Normandy during the D-Day Invasion.  He came home in October, 1945.  He met Iris soon after and they married April 21, 1946.  Leon had a career with Humble Oil Co. until the family moved to Dale and he pursued cattle ranching.  Later came a dress shop, 2 convenience stores and 2 self-serve Laundromats.  After retirement, they traveled in their RV to all continental 48 states, across Canada and into Alaska.

Leon lived a full and happy life with his family.  His children and grandchildren were a source of pride and joy.

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