Helen Leona Riley Obituary
We are sad to announce that, on February 20, 2026 we had to say goodbye to Helen Leona Riley in Joplin, Missouri. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Clemence Garske and Rose Neidermire-Garske; and her husband Peter'Terry'Riley. She is survived by: her children, Thomas Riley of Pierz, MN, Patrick Riley (Beverly) of St. Cloud, MN, Kevin Riley (Hilary) of Joplin, MO, Ann Pekarek (Dan) of Joplin, MO and Kathleen Gentzler (Kevin) of Leavenworth, KS.; her sisters, Ann Scobey of Hudson, WI, Rosie Carlson (David) of Cedar Rapids, IA and Chris Krueger (Chuck) of Hatley, WI; her sisters-in-law, Joan Garske of New Richmond, WI. and Rita Riley of New Richmond, WI.; her son Paul Riley of Joplin; her daughters-in-law, Judy Riley and Doreen Riley; and her siblings, Regina, Eva, Dusty, Donna, Frannie, Marion, Kenny and Ray.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Joplin Area Catholic Schools in care of the mortuary.
February 23, 2026
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