GEORGE RILEY Obituary

George M. Riley, 79, of Merriam, Kan., passed away February 2, 2013, at Kansas City Hospice House. Funeral services will be at 11:30 a.m. Monday, Feb. 11, at Oak Grove Baptist Church, 5500 Woodend, KCK, with visitation from 10 a.m. until service time. Burial will be in Leavenworth National Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Amazing Grace Baptist Camp, 4214 Eisenhower, Ottawa, KS 66067. George was born Aug. 5, 1933, in Kansas City, Kan. He served in the Marine Corps during the Korean Conflict. He owned several service stations for over 55 years. George loved spending time with his family, as well as hunting, fishing, and NASCAR. He volunteered his time to the church and developed the church camp. George mentored many, many people and had a love for life. George was preceded in death by his parents, George A. and Rozella Riley, and a son, Scott Johnston. He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Joan Riley; children, David (Linda) Riley, Rhonda (Ken) Turski, Rick (Laura) Riley, Dan (Shelly) Riley, Suzee (Brian) Dittberner, Rashell (Mike) Guess, and Shelly Peres; 16 grandchildren, eight great grandchildren, one brother and three sisters. Online condolences for the family may be made at www.charterfunerals.com Charter Funerals, 816-921-5555

Published by Kansas City Star on Feb. 6, 2013.
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I was very sorry to hear about the passing of George. Some of my best memories were from my days working with George and Dave at Nall Hills Gulf. Thank you George for being my mentor. God Bless.

Frank Schreiner

May 11, 2013

I am grateful for the life of Mr. Riley. Thanks to his service and to the service of others in our armed forces, my family and I have been able to lead our lives in freedom and peace.

Bob

March 21, 2013

We were sorry to hear of George's passing, condolences to the Riley Family. We always appreciated his honesty and respect for those around him.

-Tanner B. Beam

Tanner Beam

March 2, 2013

My family has known the Riley's for over twenty years. George was wonderful in treating each of us fairly with our car repairs. It was as if we were part of his family. His legacy of kindness and trustworthiness is seen in each of his children. He will be greatly missed by us all.

Jan Klein

February 20, 2013

I first met George 34 years ago at his Texaco Service Station. George always had a smile for everyone a true gentleman. I will miss him and his smile. My sympathy to the Riley Family.

Lou Szepi
Haynes Equipment Co.

February 11, 2013

George will truly be missed! He was someone who really loved the Lord and told everyone about Him. Many jewels in this crown...to his family...may you all find comfort in all he did for the camp, for Pioneer and the love he had for our Savior! Also, his love for our COUNTRY...OORAH, SEMPER FI!
Love, Jeff, Kristin and Jedidiah Riggs

jeff riggs

February 11, 2013

I met George about 25 years ago at texaco on metcalf,I worked for him and dave for a few months very nice fair man best wishes for his family.

mike [vern} kisner

February 10, 2013

My sincere sympathies are with you all. George was such a blessing to us at Amazing Grace Baptist Camp! Anything we had need of, or needed to be done, George would be there if he could. He will be greatly missed. The new Riley Dining Hall, under construction, has already been named in his honor. May God's comforting mercies be with you.
For the Camp Board,

Pastor Joseph Hansen

February 9, 2013

David, Linda, Curtis & Kendra, So sorry to hear of the passing of George. We will forever remember him. Our thoughts & prayer are with each of you now & forever.
All our Love Steve & Lori Scott

Steve & Lori Scott

February 8, 2013

We are very blessed to have gotten to know George the last few yesrs. We loved his sense of humor, his work ethic, and most of all his love for God. Joan and family, may you find comfort in knowing that George is now in the prescence of His Heavenly Father.

Dave and Genni Rogers

February 7, 2013

Dan and Riley family, So sorry for your loss. He was a fine man. I will forever see him at the boys ball games and sporting events. My thoughts are with you. Kevin Smith - Stilwell

February 6, 2013

Dave, Linda, Kendra, Curtis, and family, We are very saddened to hear of Mr. Riley's passing. Heaven has received a wonderful angel. May you all find comfort in this difficult time looking back on and cherishing your wonderful memories of George. May he rest in peace now. The MacDonald Family

Karen MacDonald

February 6, 2013

George had a smile that could warm my heart and always made me feel like one of the family. My fondest memory is the day he gave me a ride in his beautiful restored classic car. George was a sweet guy, and I, and Big Red, will miss him. To the Riley family...you are in my thoughts.

Nancy Zibro

February 6, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss, but I know He's enjoying his time with Jesus.

Pablo Ortiz

February 6, 2013

My friendship with George and his family gos back to the days of Nall Hills Gulf and lasted all these years. He knew my sons and I knew his boys and girls.I was in the auto parts business and I went to him seeking his business and eventually he becsme our largest customer. He was a true friend. A few years ago I had a major heart attack . George called me in the hospital in Springfield,Mo.He said he wanted to know if I was "still kickin" I am sure the lord welcomed him to heaven with these words "Well done, thou good and faithfull servant. Gene Smith Former owner of Metcalf Auto Parts Overland Park, Ks

Gene Smith

February 6, 2013

I will remember George as honest, friendly and kind. I will miss seeing him at the service station.

Jerry Wilke

February 6, 2013

Anyone who crossed paths with George met with the best in human kindness.

Jenny Lind

February 6, 2013

George was a wonderful man and will be missed by many. I will miss him. My sympathies to the Riley family and all that knew him and loved him.

Greg Kenton

February 6, 2013

George may you rest in peace. George was a great man that will be missed by all. A boss who treated me as a son. David, Ricky, Joan and the rest of the family i am sorry for your loss.

Jesse Sosebee

February 6, 2013

I am sorry to here about George's passing, my heart goes out to all the family especially you Dan.

Ed Campbell

February 6, 2013

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