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FUNERAL HOME

Stephens & Bean Funeral Chapel

202 North Teilman

Fresno, California

Richard Riley Obituary

Richard passed away suddenly at home on Sat-urday, September 20, 2008, at the age of 69. He was born in Fresno, California, on November 7, 1938. Rich graduated from Roosevelt High School and was a Business Major alumni of Fresno State College. After graduation, Rich worked for Humph-reys Brothers Insurance where he became a partner and eventually purchased the agency. Rich's creativity for fixing up hotrods and boats evolved into real estate. He sold the agency in the early 1980s to dedicate his time fully to Rich Riley Con-struction, where he re-modeled homes and built custom homes throughout Northwest Fresno and Car-mel California. He was a member of the San Joaquin Country Club as well the Viper Club. He leaves behind his loving wife Adele; his adoring children, Craig Riley and his wife Cheryl, and Kristi Logoluso and her husband Mike. Rich is the grandfather to Jack, Nick, Macy and Morgan. He is also survived by his cou-sin-brother, Tom Carlson and his wife Sally; and his sister-in-laws, Betty Riley, Bernadette Suckel and her husband Rod and their son Matt; and his mother-in-law, Marie Jeanne Sallaberry. A Celebration of Rich's Life will be held at New Harvest Church, on Wednesday, September 24, 2008, at 11:00 a.m. Remembrances to New Harvest Church, 698 N. Minnewawa, Clovis, 93611 or Poverello House, 412 F. St., Fresno, Ca., 93706. STEPHENS & BEAN CHAPEL 202 North Teilman Avenue Fresno, Ca. (559)268-9292

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Published by Fresno Bee on Sep. 23, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Riley

20 Entries

Ricky Reyes

September 11, 2009

Craig,
We just heard about the loss of your father. We send you our love and prayers. Your in our thoughts often. Keep in touch. We've moved out by Buchanan High School. Ph#559-916-5546

~Ricky & Anna Reyes

Nick Mogelof

December 11, 2008

I cleaned windows for Rich Riley many times. He always treated me well. I just found out today. I'm sorry for your loss Adele and family.

My best to you all, Nick

Steve Pistole

September 30, 2008

Adele, I'm so sorry for your loss.
Rich and I were friends for many years and I know that you perhaps don't remember all the cars and memories that I have of Rich. I did many appraisals for Rich and advised him on purchases for his rehab business. He was one of a kind and I miss him. I wanted him and you to come to Central Oregon to visit, but now it's too late. So sorry.
Love and God bless.
Steve Pistole

Wayne Gomes

September 29, 2008

With deepest sympathy.

Larry Myers

September 28, 2008

Richard....My Buddy
Draggin the Main
Double Dating
The Car's
Grandma's
The Party's
High School
The 50's
Unbeliveable, The Memories...A long short time ago...Your Friend, Larry...

Jan Armas

September 25, 2008

Hi Adele,
I am so saddened to hear of your loss. I was talking to Susan Wallis tonight and she shared this with me, and my heart just goes out to you. In this time of need, I just want you to know that you are in my thoughts, and if there is anything that I can do to help you through this time, I would like to be there for you. Jan

Judie Brown

September 24, 2008

My deepest condolences to the Riley family. I first met Rich many years ago when he started buying and selling real estate and I handled his escrows. It was a couple of weeks ago he called me and said he had a house he was selling and will call back when it sold. I always admired Rich for his professionalism and honesty. He will certainly be missed.

Marty Olson

September 23, 2008

I was a 1956 classmate of Richard at Roosevelt High & CE graduate from CSU Fresno. I was fond of Rich & believe we were both members of the Excaliber Club. I had several classes @ RHS with Rich. He was a really nice guy & lot of fun.
Our deepest sympathies and sincere best wishes to Rileys and friends of the family.
RHS Classmate Marty Olson

Pat Koolman Anderson

September 23, 2008

Dear Adele
I am shocked and saddened to hear of Rich's passing. It was wonderful to see Rich and meet you for the first time at the RHS 50th class reunion. I don't expect you to remember me, but perhaps you'll recall we had a laugh over Rich recalling leaving his scooter at my house when we were in Jr. High School. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless

Cindy Lee (Cates)

September 23, 2008

Curtis and I would like to extend our condolences to the Riley family. I worked for Rich at Humphreys Bros for many years and my mother used to get his homes ready once the construction was completed. He will be greatly missed. Our prayers are with you.

September 23, 2008

"Bapa & Madele",
My heart is broken and so sad. This giant of a man I looked up to my whole life is gone but will NEVER be forgotten. Hope you're playing the piano for Papa up there.
Love,
Wah Wah

Terry Fox

September 23, 2008

We have appreciated our association with Rich and extend our sincere condolences to the Riley family.
Fox Property Management

Nancy Henry

September 23, 2008

Jim and I were saddened to hear of Rich's passing. Rich was a classmate of ours at Roosevelt High School and Fresno State. We both send our condolences to the family.
Sincerely,
Jim and Nancy (Schedler) Henry

Bapa and his girls......

Macy and Morgan Logoluso

September 23, 2008

To our Bapa,
We hope you got our balloons we sent to heaven. We miss you so much and love you tons!!
XOXO
Macy & Morgan

George Brown

September 23, 2008

Rich was the original Kool Kat at Roosevelt High School in the 1950's. He was blessed that he did not suffer a long and painful illness with his cancer. He IS in a better place.

Connie Seay

September 23, 2008

Adele,
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. You're in my thoughts and prayers. Please let me know if there is anything I can do in the days and weeks to come. I'd love to do that get together we've been putting off. Please call me anytime! 261-0466

Sincerely,
Connie Seay

Paula Sapatjian

September 23, 2008

To the man with the "Voice", you were loved and will be missed.
Paula and Vik Sapatjian

Hal Harris

September 23, 2008

My sincere condolences to the Riley family. I recently became acquainted with Mr. Riley during a real estate transaction. The visitor comments of his craftmanship echoed at every open house that I held. He truly had a special gift of attention to detail and quality. I also have been in many of his remodels in the Fresno High and Fig Garden areas. His work was admired by many and he will be greatly missed. His family can be proud of his contributions to making Fresno a better place to live.

Hal Harris
Realty Concepts

Stephens & Bean Chapel

September 22, 2008

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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