Richard Wayne Riley's obituary , Passed away on April 24, 2024 in Gainesville, Georgia

Richard Wayne Riley

August 25, 1944 - April 24, 2024 (79 years old)

Gainesville, Georgia

Richard Wayne Riley's obituary , Passed away on April 24, 2024 in Gainesville, Georgia

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Ward's Funeral Home

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Richard Wayne Riley

August 25, 1944 - April 24, 2024 (79 years old)

Gainesville, Georgia

Richard Wayne Riley Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Richard Wayne Riley of Gainesville, Georgia, whose life came to an end on April 24, 2024 at the age of 79, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Richard Wayne Riley to show support.

Though Richard may no longer walk beside us, his memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Richard touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In his absence, his spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

He was predeceased by: his parents, E. P. Riley and Maebelle Riley of Gainesville, GA.; his sister Jo; his brother-in-law Harold Pinson; his niece Stephanie Bruce; his father-in-law Ernest; and his grandmother Holland.

He is survived by: his wife Tena.

The family has requested in lieu of flowers, donations be made to I.N.K. 999 Chestnut Street, Gainesville, GA 30501, or Georgia Mountain Food Bank, 1642 Calvary Industrial Drive, Gainesville, GA 30507.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Ward's Funeral Home



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989 Riverside Dr, Gainesville, GA 30501

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989 Riverside Dr, Gainesville, GA 30501

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