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HELEN MARGARET ROSE RIDDELL
Born: May 10, 1939
Date of Passing: Mar 31, 2026
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryHELEN MARGARET ROSE RIDDELL
Peacefully, after a brief illness Helen passed away March 31, 2026 surrounded by her loving family.
Helen is survived by her husband of 67 years, Chris Riddell; daughter Leslie Reimer (Rudy); sons, Chris Riddell (Lori) and Jeff Riddell (Ida-Marie); grandchildren, Coltyn Reimer (Shayna), Skya Reimer, Mariannick Kroeker (Brett), Brian Riddell (Mira-Joy), Julie Riddell, Emma Riddell, Sarah Riddell and great-grandchildren, Hubert Kroeker and Teo Riddell; her brothers, Bill Rodway (Donna) and Jim Rodway (Del).
Helen was predeceased by her parents, Graham and Nancy Rodway; sisters, Nancy Crockatt and Pat Kotelko.
Helen was born on May 10, 1939 in Stonewall, Manitoba. At the age of 11, her family moved to Warren, Manitoba where she would build the life and legacy we remember today. It was during her school years that she met the love of her life, Chris Riddell.
After high school, Helen worked briefly at Great-West Life and Imperial Oil. She and Chris were married on June 27, 1959 and soon after began their life together on the farm. There they built not only a home, but a life grounded in hard work, love and dedication. While raising their children, Helen and Chris worked tirelessly but always made time for friends, family and sports. Helen was deeply involved in her community. She was a lifetime member of the Warren Curling Club, taught Sunday school at the Warren United Church and volunteered at both the Warren Recreation Centre and the Warren Community Hall.
Helen played an integral role in the success of the farm and business she and Chris built over the many years of their marriage. She was an inspiration to all who knew her, deeply devoted to her family, her community, and her farm, including the joy of becoming a grandmother and great-grandmother.
Married for nearly 67 years, Helen’s life was rich with love, including the joy of becoming grandmother and great-grandmother. She had a wonderful sense of humor, loved to laugh and shared that gift with everyone around her.
She was an amazing mother, a devoted wife and an incredibly hardworking woman.
Rest in peace mom. We love you.
Celebration of Life will be held at the Warren Memorial Hall, Saturday, June 13 at 1:00 p.m. Internment will be held at Warren Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Interlake Eastern Regional Health Authority, the Warren United Church or a charity of your choice.
The family would like to thank the doctors, nurses and staff at the Stonewall Hospital for the phenomenal care for Helen and kindness towards her family.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 11, 2026
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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Helen and Chris were names I heard at my grandparents table in Warren. My parents enjoyed the fruits of their farm (formerly Oakridge, the home of Dan and Eleanor Munro), and later I enjoyed the lovely trout from Watersong. My condolences to you all. - Posted by: Christina Cassels (Distant friend) on: Apr 11, 2026
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Condolences to Jeff and his family. - Posted by: James R (.) on: Apr 11, 2026