Matthew Nathanial Riley Obituary

We bid farewell to Matthew Nathanial Riley of Chesapeake, Virginia, born in Norfolk, Virginia, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on July 24, 2025 at the age of 39. Matthew Nathanial touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Matthew Nathanial had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Matthew Nathanial may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.

He is survived by: his parents, Doni Lea Riley (Rusty) and Timothy John Riley; his stepmother Marcia Lynn Riley; his grandmother Donna Jean Masters; his uncle Lea Masters (Ellen); his aunt Kari Mellenkamp; and his cousin Joshua Mellenkamp.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, August 9th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Oman Funeral Home (653 Cedar Rd, Chesapeake, VA 23322).