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Florence Riley Obituary

Of Norwood, formerly of Hyde Park, 83, died Tuesday, November 6 in Norwood. She was the wife of the late James F. Riley Sr. Florence is lovingly survived by her children and their spouses, James F. Riley Jr. and his wife Christine of Pembroke, Timothy Riley of Hyde Park, Elaine Lockhart and her husband Harry of Braintree, Dennis Riley and his wife Rosaleen of West Roxbury, Patricia Hanley and her husband Robert of Foxboro. She leaves her sister, Margaret Driscoll of Hyde Park, thirteen grandchildren and seventeen great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews. Florence is predeceased by her sister Rosemary Reilly. Funeral from the Gillooly Funeral Home, 126 Walpole St. (Rt. 1A) NORWOOD on Friday, November 9 at 8 AM. Funeral Mass in St. Catherine of Siena Church at 9 AM. Visiting hours Thurs 4-8 PM. Interment in Knollwood Memorial Park, Canton. Contributions in memory of Florence Riley may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, 311 Arsenal St, Watertown, MA 02472. Gillooly Funeral Home 781-762-0174

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Published by Boston Globe from Nov. 7 to Nov. 8, 2007.

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Imelda Barucci

November 29, 2007

Dear Elaine,Chip, Jimmy,Ricky,Michelle and Bobby,
I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother and grandmother. She was a beautiful lady, always smiling and happy to see you. You were blessed with her in your life, and I know she will watch over you and your children in heaven. With sincerest sympathy, Imelda, John and family

Linda Cacciatore (Cabral)

November 16, 2007

Patty ,So sorry to hear about your mom .

Connie Stinson

November 12, 2007

Oh Mrs Riley how you will be missed by all the people you have touched throughout your life.every time we met you would take out your wallet and way in the corner,on a small piece of paper you kept for years, was my son Jimmy's autograph. "I am his biggest fan" you would say

Janice Concannon(Wightman)

November 10, 2007

To The Riley Family
I am so saddened to hear the loss of Flo,
She will hold a special place in my heart,I will always remember her smile,she would light up the street.My Prayers are with you during this difficult time

November 9, 2007

To The Riley Family,

We will all miss your Mom, she was
a beautiful lady, inside and out and a very special person to our family. Our thoughts and prayers
are with you all.

All our Love,
The Hurley Family

Judie Shields

November 9, 2007

We are so sorry for your loss. I just found out today. You guys all know your Mom was the best. She will be missed by many. Love to all of you. George & Judie

Nanci Hodson

November 9, 2007

To the Riley Family,
My deepest sympathies on your loss. May family and friends comfort you during these difficult times and I hope all your memories help to ease your pain. Sincerely, Nanci

Joyce Anderson

November 8, 2007

To Patty and Family,
So sorry to hear about your mother. She was such a kind person and was always filled with joy.

My Deepest Sympathies,
Joyce (Gostanian) Anderson

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Mary Ivanoski

November 8, 2007

Riley Family, My heartfelt sympathy on your Mother's passing. She was a good friend and neighbor. You are in my thoughts and prayers. With love, Mary Ivanoski

Jill Foley

November 8, 2007

Patty, Bobby & Family- Although you don't know me personally, I work with Bobby's mom. Mary has always spoken so lovingly of both of you. She was especially touched by the beautiful relationship that Patty was so lucky to have had with her mom. She might be gone from this earth, but she will live on in everything that she ever touched. You'll feel her presence in your children's laughter, their smiles, even the wind blowing. May the coming days bring you peace and comfort, and the knowledge that one day you'll meet again. With many thoughts and prayers-

Kathleen Coppola

November 8, 2007

Dennis,
Sorry for the lost of your Mom, I know she was very proud of you and your family.

Love Kathy & Grace

Barbara (Moynihan) Horigan

November 8, 2007

Riley Family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom. She was a special part of my life on Bow St. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sincerely,

mary Lou Howie

November 8, 2007

Patty, Lanie & Boys,
I wanted to express my sorrow on the loss of your Mom. She was an "Angel" and very fortunate to have such wonderful children to care for her in her time of need.
I know "David", (the twin) as she called him will be waiting to give her a hug for all those empty coffee cans she supplied for him to catch bugs & butterflys in!
Love to all,
Mary & Thom

Denise O'Rourke

November 8, 2007

Patty,
My thoughts & prayers are with you and your family. Your mom will be greatly missed.

Pembroke Assessors

November 8, 2007

Jimmy & Christine,
Please find comfort in knowing that Mom is so happy and so bright, now that all her pain and suffering is over. She has found peace forever now that she's Safely Home in Heaven at last.
Thinking of you! ~Sue, Jeanne, Maureen & Meghan~

Elizabeth Marini

November 8, 2007

Patty and Bobby,
So sorry to hear about your mother, she was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed. Anything that you need please call.
Elizabeth & Steven Marini

Ronny Jeannetti and family

November 8, 2007

Dennis sorry for your loss. Your mother is a great lady and we will miss her dearly.

November 7, 2007

HELLO OUR FAMILY IS SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS . FLO WAS A SPECIAL PERSON . OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU ALL BOBBY LYNCH GARFIELD AVE HYDE PARK

Maureen Brennan

November 7, 2007

Patty,
So sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are wih you and your family.
Maureen(McKenna) Brennan

Julie DeGrenier

November 7, 2007

Jimmy,
We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Love, Julie and Billy

Cheralyn Froio

November 7, 2007

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

Tom & Carol McDonough

November 7, 2007

Mr. and Mrs. Lockhart, Jimmy, Ricky, Michelle and Bobby,
We are very sorry for the loss of your mother and grandmother. You are in our thoughts and prayers during you time of grief.

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