Passing of Ocean Center Director Tim Riddle

Volusia County Government is saddened to announce the untimely death of Ocean Center Director Tim Riddle, on Friday, April 28. Riddle joined the county in August 2017 as the deputy director of the Ocean Center and was promoted to its director in June 2020.

"Tim was truly an asset to the county and was instrumental in finding ways to keep the Ocean Center alive through the pandemic and was excited to lead its continued growth," said County Manager George Recktenwald. "Aside from being an outstanding and dedicated employee, he was a sincere and kind individual, always willing to listen and go out of his way to help someone."

The County’s critical incident stress management (CISM) staff have been mobilized to assist affected team members. Our deepest condolences go out to his family as they navigate their unexpected loss of Tim.