Lula B. Riddick Obituary

We bid farewell to Lula B. Riddick (Aurora, Illinois), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on February 26, 2026 at the age of 78. Lula touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Lula B. Riddick to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Isaac James Sr. and Ida Mae Pryor; her son Robert "Base" Dean; and her sister Mae Lois Stewart. She is survived by: her son Calvine L Dean of Maryville, TN.; her siblings, Dianne Kendall (Craig Jr), Jennie Howell of Chicago, IL, Jerlene Pryor of Holly Springs, MS, Annie James of Waterford, MS, Melvin Turner-James (Quennie) of Milwaukee, IL, Oscar Lee James (Valine) of Holly Springs, MS, Eddie Hue James of Memphis, TN, Robert James (Tina) of Aurora, IL. and Anthony James of Aurora, IL.; her grandchildren, LaPorshea Malone, Mariah West, Keyantae Rodgers, Breianna Jones, LaDeja Dean (Louis), Kiyanna Rodgers-Dean, Trintiy Dean, Zzania Dawkins, Nevaeh Dean and Nahayla Dean; and her nieces, Candice and Jerlisa. She is also survived by nieces & nephews.