SPENCER: Alan Riddell, 65, has left us to find his final resting place after a long battle with cancer. He is survived by his longtime partner, Carl Duhamel; his sisters: Gail Posk and Linda Brockney; his brothers: Richard Riddell and Bobby Riddell; many nieces, nephews, cousins and his life long friend and caregiver Dori Smyly.

Alan was born in Cambridge, MA the son of the late Alfred and Marion Riddell. He enjoyed fishing, searching for and collecting antiques, vacationing in Maine and loved all animals. Alan lived each day giving himself to family, friends and strangers.

Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, donations in Alan's name may be made to: Second Chance Animal Services, P.O. Box 136, East Brookfield, MA 01515 or at: www.secondchanceanimals.org/donate