Howard Dean Riddle

Howard D. "Dean" Riddle, 65, of Chetopa, passed away Sunday, May 28, 2023, at his home.

Howard Dean Riddle was born on March 16, 1958, to Howard Riddle and Deloris (Furnas) Wiens in Steeleville, Missouri.

For many years, Dean trained mules and broke horses and he loved team roping.  In his earlier years, he boxed professionally for 13 years.  Spending time with his family was his greatest enjoyment.  An outdoorsman at heart, he enjoyed the time he spent with his buddies, especially going deer and coon hunting and calling fish.

Survivors include:

His wife – Tracy Riddle of the home

One son – Joey Conrad of Chetopa, Kansas

Three step-sons – Josh Titus (Natalie), Brett Messer (Krystine), and Chris Messer (Melanie)

Six grandchildren

His mother – Deloris Wiens of Chetopa, Kansas

His step-mother – Deloris Riddle of Chetopa, Kansas

Four sisters – Kathy Taylor (Donnie), Linda Dilliner (John), Lillie Shoate (Paul), and Ruella Banzet (Brock)

Two brothers – Pete Riddle (Lou), and Cletis Wiens

Two bonus brothers – Bill Elsworth (Tammy) and Larry Wimp

Several nieces and nephews

Numerous cousins

He was preceded in death by his fathers, Howard "Bud" Riddle and Dale Wiens; one brother, David Riddle; and one sister, Denise Burdux.

The graveside service will be Wednesday, May 31, at 2:30 pm, at Mitchell Cemetery, north of Oswego, KS.  The family will receive friends Tuesday, May 30, from 5:00 to 7:00 pm at Bath-Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home, Chetopa, KS.

Memorials are suggested in honor of Colton Bond to benefit the continued rodeo career of Colton's brother, Tagg.  Please make checks payable to Jacque Hamilton.  These may be left at or mailed to Bath-Forbes-Hoffman Funeral Home, P.O. Box 346, Chetopa, KS  67336.