He was a sweet customer and friend. He was a proud grandpa. He gave me a ride home once just told me to just move Caesar over and get in the car. He will be greatly missed.

I knew Robert from Doctors Hospital, he sharpened our knives in the dietary department. We always had a conversation when he came by, he knew Craig n Reon up at Logan’s, he would always ask me if I wanted to send Craig a message which is my brother, I would always tell him something smart to tell Craig. Everyone in dietary was shocked to hear about his passing n was deeply saddened. We will n already miss Robert. May he rest peacefully in Heaven.

It is only natural that Bob would have such a large circle of friends. I consider myself blessed to have been among them. I grew up at the other end of Grace Avenue and walked by Bob’s house several times a day throughout childhood, going back and forth to see my friends over on Nottingham and Canterbury Court. I knew of Bob and wondered what it was like growing up surrounded by all those colorful antique bottles that lined the windowsills. The Riddick family collection is no doubt what gave me bottle fever — that insatiable appetite for seeking out and digging through old dumps for buried treasures. Anyway, around 1971-72, Bob became part of our circle of friends. We all had such good times hanging out, getting into trouble, and spreading our wings into the teenage years. We all drifted into different directions, but Bob and I came back together a few years ago, after my brother’s death. My brother, Gary, had already reconnected with Bob a few years earlier, and had told me what a fascinating and knowledgeable fellow he was. “Salt of the earth.” That’s how Gary described him. So I knew Bob was the one I could trust to help me with Gary’s estate. Bob was right there for our family, and  it was like we hadn’t skip a beat over those 45 years. That’s a tribute to Bob’s kind heart and his gregarious nature. He was a true blue friend and solid as a rock. He repeatedly invited us to come to the house to meet Cheryl. I”m so sorry that never happened. I’m glad to have had these past few years reconnected with Bob.  And I bet that he and Gary are up there sharing memories of treasure hunts and favorite finds. 

I've known you a long time it started back at TBONZ on Gordon Hey to TBONZ Washington rd then Logan's.
We would talk about Aiken SC because I used to deliver to your parents house on the dirt rd near the horse track when I worked for UPS . You picked at me when I told you my twin daughters were going to USC. Every time you came in the restaurant you always had a smile on your face and always talked about your family and that team (Clemson,,)
You will be missed my friend but never forgotten. I'm just sad I didn't get to see you the last time you were at Logan's but you did leave a message to tell Rod hey
RIP MY FRIEND

There's a song by Tom Petty called "Southern Accents" that I heard recently and made me think of Bob while he was in the hospital. We only really got to see Bob, Cheryl, Adam, and most recently, Eliza once a year at the Riddick Christmas reunion. You could always pick out Bob in the crowded room because he had such a distinct voice - definitely southern (as us folks from South Carolina do), but it had a certain warmth and welcoming quality to it that sort of "invited you in", no matter what the conversation might have been about. Seems the voice matched the human being. Our hearts go out to Cheryl, Adam, Eliza, and the entire Riddick family. 

With Love,
James, Susan, and Brooklyn

Matt and ii always enjoyed Bobs comments and friendships at the bottle show or digging  God bless Bob and family🙏

Cheryl and Adam
I am saddened by the loss of  Bob. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this difficult time.
God's peace and understanding
Priscilla Brabham

I’ll always remember Bob  for his kindness and generosity, he was one of my favorite story tellers of dug treasures.
Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers. 

Dear Cheryl ,
We are so very, very, sorry to hear of Bob's passing & our hearts go out to you , your Son , Granddaughter & Family members.
Bob was a good friend & will truly be missed.
We'll always remember Bob's long held passion for hunting & seeking treasures & his willingness to share his knowledge .
If there is anything that we can do to be of help, Please don't hesitate to contact us. 
You  are in our hearts and prayers .

Your Friends,
Stanley & Kathy

Cheryl, my heart goes out to you and your family. My prayer for you is strength during these first few days of Bob's passing, a friend to be there for you as I had in Ann, quiet space when you need it, and, above all, joy in the sure knowledge of the love of God surrounding you.

Cheryl and Adam,
Although we are still numb by the fact Bob is no longer with us, we take great comfort that he is already making our Heavenly Father smile and is happily reunited with his mother and father and all others that were dear to him who have previously departed.  From the tremendous outpouring of love and sympathy we have seen expressed on Facebook and other social platforms, it is obvious Bob has hundreds of friends who loved and respected him.   That is a true testament to what a wonderful person he was.  He seemingly "never met a stranger"!  Please know that we are here for you and are certainly willing to help in any way that we can.  
Our love and our prayers are with you.
Debbie and John Riddick

Praying for God's blessings and comfort in this challenging time for Cheryl.  Adam and the entire family.  


My condolences to  you and your family. I meet Bob in 1998 @Harpers Restaurant. He was a very kind and loving supervisor. I will always remember him. Love u Cheryl an Adam.

May God wrap his arms arms around the Riddick family at this time of need and comfort them with all his love. When Bob and I were little we love to visit Mrs. Gaylord and eat her delicious cookies. We also were always getting in trouble with Mrs. Joyce or my mother. We were always doing something we were not suppose to be doing. That I hold close to my heart. I will cherish all the memories of growing up with Bob Riddick. 

Cheryl & Adam we are so sorry for your loss, Bob was truly a great person, neighbor and most of all a friend. We will forever remember his smile, his laugh and knowledge of all things bottle related (who knew there was that much to know... Bob, that's who). 

 We are always here for you both if you ever need anything, our condolences to all who knew, loved and cared for Bob. 

Bob and I were childhood friends and I remember him on his bike with the banana seat and biking all over town. He was always around the neighborhood and was a mischievous but good boy. He lived with Doug and I for awhile and he was always passionate about old stuff especially bottles. He took Grant on several digs and inspired him to love old things as well. Grant always says that going with Bob was some of his favorite childhood memories. He was always funny and kind. A pleasure to be around. He will be sorely missed. 

Triston and I could not have asked for better neighbors than Bob and Cheryl. We will always treasure the time we spent as neighbors and as always we are forever friends. Fly high Bob. Godspeed. 

Meeting you and Bob years ago and watching you maneuver through life's challenges has given me faith in true love..thinking of you..

Cheryl sorry to hear about the passing of your husband.  Heaven has received a very handsome 👼.  May God Continue to Bless You.  Love you . You will always be in my prayers.


Cheryl, we are so sorry for your loss.  Please know that you are in our prayers.  Love you!

God's Peace that passeth all understanding to you all!   Praying for you and hope for you some rest and selfcare in these hard days! XOXOXOXOX

Dear Cheryl, Dear Adam and Dear Eliza; please accept our deepest sympathy in your loss of Dear Mr. Bob.  What a guy, we both loved him!!  He will be missed by so many family members and friends.  What was there not to like about Bob, did he ever meet a stranger?  Once you met him, you made friend.  We love you, Elaine & David and family.

OBITUARY

Robert G. Riddick

March 5, 1957 – January 22, 2021

Caughman-Harman Funeral Home - Lexington Chapel

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