Mary Ida Riedell

Position: Former Board Member
Term: 1948 - 2002
A black and white photo of a smiling person in profile, wearing a light-colored blazer.
Mary Ida Riedell, also known as Mrs. John C. Riedell. Photo taken at the library's 75th Anniversary, June 24, 1979

Mary Ida Riedell is Paris Carnegie's longest-serving board member. For 54 years, she served the library and the people of Paris. Riedell served on the board from 1948 until 2002, holding each office more than once.