Richard W. Riley's obituary , Passed away on January 23, 2026 in Reading, Massachusetts

Richard W. Riley

October 10, 1938 - January 23, 2026 (87 years old)

Reading, Massachusetts

Richard W. Riley's obituary , Passed away on January 23, 2026 in Reading, Massachusetts

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Douglass Edgerley& Bessom Funeral Home

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Richard W. Riley

October 10, 1938 - January 23, 2026 (87 years old)

Reading, Massachusetts

Richard W. Riley Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Richard W. Riley of Reading, Massachusetts, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Richard left this world on January 23, 2026 at the age of 87, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Richard W. Riley to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Walter Riley and Ruth Riley (Stone); and his siblings, Ruth McKinnon and Robert Riley. He is survived by: his wife Marilyn P. Riley (Davenport); his children, James R. Riley (Deborah) of East Sandwich and Janine M. Beaudoin (Daniel) of Reading; and his grandchildren, Nick, Dan, Tim, David, Daniel and Erica.

Those who wish may make contributions in Dick's memory to the Alzheimer's Assoc 3201 Nevada St. Newton MA 02560 http://www.alz.org..

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Douglass Edgerley& Bessom Funeral Home



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Jan 28

Visitation

Douglass, Edgerley and Bessom Funeral Home
25 Sanborn St, Reading, MA 01867

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Jan 29

Funeral service

Douglass, Edgerley and Bessom Funeral Home
25 Sanborn St, Reading, MA 01867

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Jan 29

Mass of Christian Burial

St. Athanasius Church
300 Haverhill St, Reading, MA 01867

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