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William Riley Obituary
Jun. 12, 1940 - Jun. 19, 2016
William L. Riley of Sarasota, FL, formerly of Northern KY, was born June 12, 1940. He passed away on June 19, 2016.
Bill was an Air Force veteran who served 4 years in Spain. Bill leaves behind his loving wife of 45 years Ronnie Riley, one son, Shawn William Riley of Elsmere KY, two adoring sisters, Loretta Riley of Hebron KY, and Patricia Reynolds of Burlington KY, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Interment will be held at the Sarasota National Cemetery on Wednesday, June 22nd at 11:30 AM. Arrangements by Toale Brothers Funeral Home.
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Sponsored by Robert Toale & Sons Celebration of Life Center - Bradenton.
June 28, 2016
He will be dancing up in heaven wearing his Rasta hat with dreadlocks! A lovely man and a privilege to have know him.
Lou & Michele
June 28, 2016
So very sorry to hear of Bills passing. I will always remember our fun Pentateuch games at S N F. My deepest sympathies to Ronnie and your family. Love, Darlene Clousson
Sue Antoun
June 28, 2016
So sorry Ronnie, we all loved Bill. Prayers to all. RIP Bill!
Gary Studer
June 22, 2016
God Bless you Bill. Started working with Bill in the wine and spirits business, many decades ago.
June 22, 2016
Ronnie,
So sorry to hear about Bill.
Prayers & Thoughts,
Chuck &Regina Korte
Bill Riley
June 21, 2016
I lite this candle in remembrance of my Brother-in-Law. He will truly be missed. RIP my friend.
PATTY REYNOLDS
June 21, 2016
MY VERY SPECIAL BROTHER WAS THE BEST ,I LOVED HIM AND RONNIE SO MUCH.EVEN THOUGH WE DID NOT SEE EACH OTHER ALOT , HE WAS ALWAYS THERE FOR ME . IT IS LIKE PART OF ME HAS DIED WITH HIM. HE WAS LIKE A FATHER TO ME AND LORETTA....... GOING TO MISSED ALOT........SISTER
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