Michael Lynn Riddell, 74, of Estill County, departed this earthly life and went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, June 13, 2026. Michael passed away at Baptist Health Lexington following a long illness.

Born on March 3, 1952, in Estill County, Kentucky, he was the son of the late Leonard and Verna Adams Riddell. Michael was a retired construction worker and a faithful member of Substation Holiness Church. He found great joy in singing and playing his guitar, sharing his love of music with family, friends, and his church community.

He leaves behind to cherish his memory one son, Jamie Lynn Riddell (Kim); two daughters, Diana Ruth Jones (Dillard) and Christina Belle Tipton (David); five granddaughters, Timirla Lee Ann Jones, Veronica Kealy Tipton, Mckenzie Sky Riddell, Candix Kaye Johnson, and LaDonna Racheal Daniels; one grandson, Clyde Douglas Daniels; three great-grandsons, Jace Alexander Thacker, Mason Lynn Johnson, and Kaleb Douglas Hardy; six great-granddaughters, Alexis Dawn Thacker, Madeline Jade Thacker, Hannah Marie Johnson, Kaylee Jo Johnson, Cayliah Sky Johnson, and Paisley Grace Hunt; along with many nieces, nephews, extended family members, and friends who will deeply miss him.

In addition to his parents, Michael was preceded in death by six sisters, Judy Faye Riddell, Sue Farthing, Lucy Clowers, Wanda Riddell, Barbara Johnson, and Gene Hardy; and four brothers, Earnest Riddell, Paul Riddell, Bill Riddell, and Tommy Dewight Riddell.

Michael was a beloved soul who touched many lives throughout his journey. His kindness, faith, and love for his family will forever be remembered. Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure. You are loved beyond words and missed beyond measure.

Funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at Lewis Funeral Home of Irvine, with burial to follow in the Jamie Cemetery in Estill County. Pallbearers will be selected at time.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, from 11:30 a.m. until the time of service at 1:00 p.m. at Lewis Funeral Home of Irvine.

The family and staff of Lewis Funeral Home would like to thank everyone for their prayers, love, and support during this difficult time. Lewis Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Michael Lynn Riddell.