The world bids farewell to James Marvin Riley of Newton, North Carolina, born in Catawba, North Carolina, departing on May 2, 2024 at the age of 80. James Marvin leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by : his siblings, Johnny Riley, Jerry Riley and Helen Church. He is survived by : his wife Mayfol "Mert" Riley; his children, Deborah Lail (Glenn) of Vale and James Riley, Jr. (Melissa) of Newton; his siblings, Harvey Riley (Barbara) of Hickory and Gail Lail (Johnny) of Conover; his grandchildren, Mindy Hicks (Michael), Kady Benfield (Mark), Alyssa Whitworth (Spencer), Cole Riley, Elizabeth Riley and Emily Riley; and his great grandchildren, Elijah Escobar, Knoxton Morales, Huntley Hicks, Haisley Hicks and Wouter Whitworth.

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Funeral arrangement under the care of
BURKE MORTUARY & CREMATORY