Nellie Miller Riddel

Nellie Miller Riddel, 86, of Weyers Cave, passed away on Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at Bridgewater Home.

She was born on March 11, 1940 and was a daughter of the late Edwin Burke Miller and Blanche Dorothy (Myers) Begoon.

Nellie was united in marriage to James Norman Riddel, Jr who preceded her in death.

Nellie is survived by two children, J.N. (Sandra) Riddel, III, and Debbie (Gene) Sutton; a brother, James "Jimmy" (Barbara) Miller; three sisters, Brenda Weaver, Diane (John) Morris, Jennifer (John) Berry; a grandson, James Riddel, IV (Hannah); and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins also survive. She will also be greatly missed by her neighbors, church family and camping friends. She is also survived by special cousins, Mike Myers and Charles and Kenny Miller.

She is preceded in death by her granddaughter, Holly Dean.

In addition to her granddaughter, spouse and parents, she is also preceded in death by a brother-in-law, Alvin Weaver; brothers, Edwin Miller, David Miller, Chuck Miller, Joe Miller; and a sister, Gloria Hollandsworth.

A service celebrating Nellie's life will be held at 3:00 PM on Friday, November 20, 2026 at Weyers Cave United Methodist Church with Pastor Amy Pannell officiating. Burial will follow at Weyers Cave Community Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Weyers Cave United Methodist Church c/o Helping Hands at 228 Houff Rd, Weyers Cave, VA 24486 or Weyers Cave Fire Department at 1235 Keezletown Road, Weyers Cave, VA 24486.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at johnsonfs.com.

Arrangements are entrusted to Johnson Funeral and Cremation Service in Grottoes, Virginia.