In memoriam


 
 

Private John Edward Riddell, killed in action 3 August 1918, age 21. Formerly North Irish Horse. Service Nos 41403 (RIF), 1603 (NIH). Born Portrush, County Antrim, enlisted Ballymoney, County Antrim, residence Portrush. Son of John and Mary Ann Riddell of Dunluce Street, Portrush. Buried at Bertenacre Military Cemetery, Fletre, France, grave I.C.7.

Grave inscription reads as follows:

41403 PRIVATE

J.E. RIDDELL

ROYAL IRISH FUSILIERS

3RD AUGUST 1918 AGE 21

AS I LIVE

YE SHALL LIVE ALSO