Barbara Hilty Riley
03/09/1951 - 09/14/2022
Barbara Ann Hilty Riley, born March 9, 1951, completed her six-year battle on September 14th, 2022. She was preceded on her final journey by her son Cullen, along with her parents, oldest sister and youngest brother.
She leaves behind her husband, helpmate and soulmate Wayne Riley; her son Brent Riley, his wife Kacey and granddaughters, Caroline, Charlotte and Eloise. She is also sorely missed by her best friend and soul sister, Paula Foster, and her sister Wendy Adair, brother Bruce Hilty, his wife Theresa Johnson and nieces Katie, Samantha and Shirley.
Barbara earned a business degree at the University of Houston, serving as chief financial officer for Riley Corporation. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend, she authored two novels and was a longtime craftsperson. She is sorely missed by all who knew and loved her.
Following a private internment, her friends and family will gather at Chapelwood United Methodist Church, 11140 Greenbay St., for a celebration of her life on Tuesday, September 20th at 11:00AM. For information on the services and to read Barbara's Memorial Eulogy, visit Forest Park Westheimer Funeral Home's website (www.forestparkwestheimer.com).
In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution in Barbara's memory to the American Cancer Society or the charity of your choice.

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Published by Houston Chronicle from Sep. 18 to Sep. 19, 2022.

Memories and Condolences
for Barbara Riley

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8 Entries

John Bowling

September 12, 2024

Such a sweet lady, she is missed by everyone.

Stephen Elkins

September 20, 2022

Mrs Riley was like a second Mom to me after Cullen and I became best friends growing up. I spent countless hours at their house after my parents were divorced from about 8 years old on. Cullen's house felt safe and you could always count on Mrs Riley to talk to us kids like real people. Sometimes adults don't connect with kids on that level but she was a master at it. You knew in your heart she cared and wanted the best for Cullen, Brent and I. The Rileys took me everywhere. (Movies, art lessons, baseball, golf, space camp, summer camp, outward bound, beach vacations, motorcycle riding, jet skiing, boating, hunting, fishing, lake vacations, school shopping and the list goes on) I remember she would tell us stories in the car to pass the time on road trips while Mr Riley drove. She never complained about us kids even though we were pretty bad at times. She made sure I never felt left out or behind. When I was in second grade I came down with pneumonia and Mr and Mrs Riley came and visited me in the hospital. I don't remember anyone else coming to the hospital but I remember them. She brought me a couple toys and they made sure I knew they cared. Years later after Cullen passed and I was struggling with addiction, I ended up in a hospital in the hill country. I was there maybe one week and Mr and Mrs Riley drove 8 hrs out of their way to come see me on a Sunday. Mr and Mrs Riley are two of the most kind and caring people Ive ever known and it breaks my heart to know that she's gone. Mr Riley and Brent I hope that if you ever need anything that you will reach out to me so I can be here for you like you guys were for me. Love Stephen.

John and LaDona Bowling

September 20, 2022

Wayne, so sorry to hear of Barbara's passing. You all were wonderful neighbors. Prayers for you and your family.

Linda Harwell

September 20, 2022

Wayne & family,
I was so sorry when Nate told me today that Barbara had passed on. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Brent.
Sincerely, Linda & David Harwell (formerly Linda Rolens.)

Diane Terrell

September 18, 2022

Wayne, I am so sorry for your loss. Barbara was such a wonderful person, I know you will miss her desperately. My prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Diane Terrell

Lelia, CJ, and Emily

September 16, 2022

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.
Sincerely with love
Lelia, CJ, and Emily

Sheryl St Martin

September 16, 2022

BARB, I loved you so much. Favorite memory was Pat, you and I
going out to a country place and doing a little fishing and your mother was there. I don´t think we caught anything but we had so many laughs that day and I am so blessed to still have pictures as we were walking on a narrow bridge trying not to fall down, fishing, telling stories, and laughing .
I am thinking of you and your family every day, as tears were splashing in my coffee when I heard the news. Rejoicing now that you are pain free, And celebrating with family of the past, and Jesus our Lord and Savior....thinking of Wayne, your son and those girls, knowing your happiness and love that they brought to your life. And second memory this is my favorite is our group.
THE WILDTANGS.... And "THE 40 SOMETHING "Dinner and lunch And sometimes cocktails. We were not gonna let Westchester separate all of our TRUE friendships.
We continued on and especially today that means the world to me. Barbara, so beautiful, so gracious inside and out.
And there is one more memory that I didn´t even know about till recently. You came to the hospital and stayed till my son was born. Kept my husband from being so nervous. You made me feel so special. That gorgeous smile! Such a true friend. And I will love you forever and ever.. till we meet again, sheryl
ST. Martin

Debbie Worley

September 15, 2022

My deepest sympathy to the beloved family and dear friends.

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