Clarence David “Buck” Riddle passed away peacefully in the wee hours of Saturday morning August 19th at the age of 90 in Athens, GA. He was born in Pensacola, North Carolina on August 27, 1932 to William Homer Riddle and Fannie Johnson Riddle. Buck attended Wake Forest University by virtue of a baseball scholarship and became a professional baseball player, signing with the Boston Braves. C.D. married Betty Jean McKnight Riddle in 1955, and they were married 63 years prior to her passing in 2018. Buck was a go getter who lived a robust life in Atlanta, GA and enjoyed every day to the fullest. He spent time at the “Applehaus” near his birthplace in NC whenever possible. He will always be remembered for his generosity and passion for sports and strong spirit. Buck is survived by his three sons David, Mike, Scott, and his younger brother John as well as their respective families. Those whose know Buck and share his passion for living are invited to celebrate the incredibly full life he led at 2:00 PM, Saturday August 26th at Patterson's Arlington Chapel, 173 Allen Road, NE, Sandy Springs, GA 30328. A reception will follow. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Atlanta Humane Society or the Golden Isles Youth Orchestra.
