Lauren Elizabeth Riddle, beloved daughter of Joseph and Dorothea Riddle, age 26 of Willoughby, passed away unexpectedly January 25th, 2026 at the Cleveland Clinic with her parents by her side. She was born January 11th, 2000 at Hillcrest Hospital.
Lauren was a charismatic young woman with a personality that affected everyone she met! She had a beautiful smile that everyone gravitated towards. Her sense of humor was one of a kind. Everyone who met her always laughed at some point. She loved all animals, big and small. She enjoyed crafting, going for walks, and simply spending time with family and friends. Everywhere she went she left a little sparkle! She lived her life to the fullest, some of her favorite things were traveling, going to theme parks, zoos, museums, botanical gardens, and beaches. Lauren worked hard at everything she did. She loved new adventures and would try anything from rollercoasters to escargot! She was truly one of the kindest, sweetest, and endlessly caring persons anyone has ever known. Lauren will be greatly missed by all who knew her!
Lauren was the loving daughter of Joseph and Dorothea Riddle (nee Hainzey); dearest girlfriend and best friend of Sam Jackson; beloved granddaughter of Elva and Chuck Hainzey, and the late Bertha and William Riddle; cherished niece of Bill Riddle, Deanna Franco, Matthew Hainzey, Vandana Bednarski, and the late Morgan Hainzey; cousin to many and the late Billy Riddle.
The Riddle family will receive family and friends from 3:00 -8:00 PM Friday, January 30th, 2026 at The Abbey, 38011 Euclid Ave., Willoughby (on the grounds of McMahon Coyne Vitantonio Funeral Home). A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, January 31st, 2026 at Calvary Assembly of God, 28870 Chardon Rd., Willoughby Hills.
Donations can be made in Lauren’s name to Lifebanc www.lifebanc.org or to Make-A-Wish Foundation www.wish.org
Arrangements have been entrusted to Jeff Monreal Funeral Services.
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7 Replies to “Lauren Elizabeth Riddle”
Lauren you will be missed here at monopile , you had an amazing personality and smile . Im going to miss seeing you dance to your music throwing your hands up , lol you always made me dance too !! I know your up there still dancing and smiling.
Such a beautiful person inside and out. My niece, Lauren, sweet, funny and so kind. She will be truly missed. My heart just breaks.
I remember her as a little girl. What a fighter. She fought hard to over come the hand she was was given. She went through so much. What a beautiful lady she became. May you find peace in knowing she is with Jesus.
There are no words….You are a beautiful soul, and always a beautiful angel. You loved life and lived it knowing how precious it was. You live on in so many people’s memories. I feel so blessed to have known you,and your mom and dad.
So very sorry for your loss.We were truly crushed when we found out. She will be missed by everyone who new her. Sorry we cannot be there for you as we are out of town but our thoughts and condolences are with you.
Laruen you were my best friend through thick and thin always had my back your the most caring and loving person anyone could ever ask to have in there lives thank you for all the memories and even more thank you for being my friend
I am very sad, Chuck & Elva God will see you through this loss & our peayer is that God’s Blessings always be with you , your family.
Rev.Bob Buckley & family
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