Obituaries

My Momma was the kindest, sweetest most gentle person that I have ever met. I will now and forever be grateful for every single bandage, hug, kiss, times that we scraped together meals while my Dad was sacrificing his time with us to travel and make money, every time she had faith in me when I didn't have it myself, for every broken heart that she mended, for every prayer she said for us, for every tear she shed and for all of the love and patience she gave to us and for always trying to lead us to Christ. People say that you write your own story. For most people that's true. This is the story of a beautiful lady who gently touched the lives of 4 generations of family and friends. She has a beautiful soul, a strong will and has left a legacy of love and saintly patience. Mom taught us that in the quiet moments of life you find God's beauty, grace and peace. It's in these moments that we often think of her, in every sunset, a calming gentle wave rolling ashore, and in every peaceful gentle breeze through the trees. She is lovingly watching over all of us. Mom also known as Noni brought the light to every family event or party. Her love of her community was strong as well, giving our family a sense of community and charity. Every story should have a great ending and yet her story has many chapters to be written by those of us she loved who are not yet in the presence of God's eternal grace.

Posted by Arthur Wayne Riley Jr. on January 24, 2021

Wayne and family, I was so very sorry to hear about Debby's passing. She was a very gentle soul and I always enjoyed our talks and visits. I know how lost you all must feel, but I hope all the good memories will keep you wrapped in her love. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Posted by Donna Badgett Wedertz on January 21, 2021

Mom, My heart has a giant hole in it that will never heal. I had no idea that I could cry this many tears. I wish that I could bring you back if only for a few minutes just to hug you and tell you that I love you just one more time. I will miss you everyday for the rest of my life but I know that you are in heaven and all of the angels rejoiced when they heard of your arrival.

Posted by Deborah Armstrong on January 20, 2021

Mom, My heart has a giant hole in it that will never heal. I wish that I could bring you back right now even if it were just for a few minutes so that I could hug you one more time. I didn't even know that I had this many tears but I have no doubt that you are in heaven and that God and all of the angels and saints rejoiced when they heard of your arrival. I will miss you everyday of my life and I promise that your legacy will live on through this amazing family that you and Dad created. Your children and grandchildren will make sure that your values and traditions are passed down through every generation that comes in the future. The memories that I have of you will never fade from my mind and your spirit will live in me all of the days of my life. Love, your daughter Deborah.

Posted by Deborah Armstrong on January 20, 2021

Mrs. Riley will be sorely missed by us. She always took the time to converse as we walked our dogs over the years, down Long St. She ALWAYS listened to Hannah and Sarah, and waited patiently for them to speak...which requires patience and love; She so eloquently demonstrated every time. I wear a hat now when working in the yard, because she sold me on the benefits of doing so. A sense of humor and humility combined, with a large sprinkling of love and real interest in another. Love to you all, and especially to Mr. Riley...You can still stop the truck by here, anytime. Love Joe, Liz, Hannah and Sarah.

Posted by Elizabeth Spillson on January 20, 2021

Mrs Riley will be sorely missed. Our daily walks with our dogs over the years, we always struck up conversations along Long St. She always took the time to listen to Hannah and Sarah,

Posted by Elizabeth Spillson on January 20, 2021

Debbie truly was a special lady. We were next door neighbors for 12 years. She was so kind loving and caring. I will miss her. My prayers go out to WAYNE and all the family. Beverly

Posted by Beverly gonzalez on January 19, 2021