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William Riley Obituary
Born in Meadville, Pa. on November 17, 1970, he was the son of Richard and Martha Sherman Riley, currently of Saegertown.
Will married Erinn M. Scott on October 19, 1997, and they have three daughters, Danielle Kincaid, Megan Riley and Natalie Riley, and one grandson, Seth Kincaid. Also surviving are four siblings, Richard Riley, Ronald Riley, Paula Jean Graham and Robin Crum, as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.
Will was a wonderful husband and father; a caring friend who was always willing to help others. He was well-loved and will be greatly missed. Will enjoyed being in the woods and was an avid hunter. As an ASE certified auto mechanic, over the years he worked for Champion Ford, Firestone, Penske Auto Center, and McMillan's Auto.
Van Matre Funeral Home of Waterford is providing arrangements and condolences may be sent at www.vanmatrefuneralhome.com.
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Christine McEnery
November 25, 2020
Erinn,
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. I am sending you an air hug and keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary J Titus
November 24, 2020
Erinn & Family,
Offering my deepest sympathies in this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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