Marietta Charmaine Riddle, age 75, of Brookhaven, PA, formerly of Chester, PA, died Friday August 22, 2025.

Charmine was attended Notre Dame High School., and graduate from Ridley High School. She continued her education at Mark Anthony School of Cosmetology. In Parkside, Charmaine owned a small hair salon called Char-Mar Shop. She also worked at the Assisi House for 25 years as a hairdresser.  Charmaine’s work at the Assisi House went far beyond just hair dressing, she would also spend time volunteering on the Clare Unit. She never fully retired, she continued her work at the Assisi House part time, until her passing.

Family meant everything to Charmaine, visiting with her relatives always brought light to her days. Charmaine loved to travel, vacationing in Hawaii was one of her many happy memories. She would frequently travel to Ocean City New Jersey to enjoy the beach and to Atlantic City, NJ for the casinos. She loved to play bingo.

She is predeceased by her parents, Edward D. and Marietta (Pursell) Riddle. Sister of the late Gerald (Wendy) Riddle. Cousin of the late Dawn Marshall and Guy Kline; Niece of the late Dawn & Gay Kline, who played a special role in raising her.

Survivors:

Niece: Michelle (Tricia Williams) Riddle

Nephew: Edward (Lisa) Riddle

Great Nephews: Ian and Alex Riddle

Cousin: Sherree (Allen) Luzak

Friends: Marsha Blacka, Brandon Blacka, Kim Blacka, and Jaynie Murphy

Also survived by many cousins who affectionately called her Aunt Charmaine.

Visitation: Monday, September 29th after 10:00AM at the Minshall Shropshire-Bleyler Funeral Home, Middletown (Rte. #352) & Knowlton Rds., Middletown Twp., Media, PA 19063.

Funeral Service: Monday, September 29th at 11:00AM at the funeral home.

Interment: Chester Rural Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers: memorial donations can be made to the Assis House at the following link. https://osfphila.org/donate-now/