Lowell "Butch"

Riddle

Lowell Raymond “Butch” Riddle, of Keokuk, Iowa, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at Spirit Mountain Hospice House in Cody, Wyoming.

Much of Lowell’s childhood was spent in Keokuk, Iowa. He proudly served in the United States Navy from 1965 to 1969, working in Data Processing. Life eventually led him to Rosemount, Minnesota, where he and his beloved wife, Diane, built a life together and faithfully raised their three children.

Lowell was a devoted member of First Baptist Church of Rosemount, where he served for more than 50 years as a bus driver and usher. For many of those years, he could be found standing at the church doors, ready to welcome everyone who walked through with a handshake, a warm smile, and a quiet kindness that made people feel at home. His faith was an important part of his life and his years of service reflected the gentle and giving man that he was.

Family loyalty meant a lot to Lowell. Though he was a quiet man, his presence spoke volumes. He had a way of being there for others, often in ways that did not need words. His kindness, steady presence, and quiet strength touched the lives of many. He leaves behind a legacy of faith, love, and devotion to those who knew him.

He will be lovingly remembered by his family and all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Lowell is survived by his wife Diane, his children, Angela Hayek (Jon), Kimberly Haugaard, and Jeremy (Joy); his grandchildren, Bejamin, Matthew, Breanna, Sean, Madelyn, Emma, and Urban; and his great grandchildren, Leona, Rosalie, Caitlyn, and Elianna.

He was preceded in death by his father James Warren Riddle, his mother Leona Morris Riddle, his sister Letha Riddle, his brother Laverne Riddle, and his nephew Kurt Riddle.

Services will be held on Saturday November 14, 2026 at First Baptist Church 14400 Diamond Path, Rosemount, MN 55068. Visitation is at 10:00AM with a funeral service at 11:00AM. A reception will follow.

Burial will take place at Fort Snelling National Cemetery on November 16, 2026 at 11:30AM

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to https://orrshope.org/donate-to-orrs-hope/