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Ross Riles Obituary

Ross David
Riles
November 24, 1932-
January 25, 2012
Columbus, GA- Ross D. Riles, 79, of Columbus, GA passed away January 25, 2012 In the comfort of his home.
Funeral Services are scheduled for Saturday, January 28, 2012, beginning at 2:00 P.M. EST in the chapel of Vance-Brooks Funeral Home, with Reverend Deawn Richards and Reverend Travis Sheppard officiating. Interment will conclude at Parkhill Cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday, January 27, 2012 from 6:00 in the evening until 8:00 in the evening at the funeral home.
Mr. Ross D. Riles was born November 24, 1932, Son of the late Thomas C. and Inez H. Riles in Cusseta, Ga. Ross was a member of The Church of Columbus. In the 1970's Ross ministered to those in need of guidance at the Russell County Jail, and was a witness for Jesus Christ. Ross was a Custom Home Builder in Columbus, GA for many years. He will forever be remembered as a dedicated husband, Loving father and grandfather.
Other than his parents, Thomas and Inez, Mr. Riles is preceded in death by his devoted wife, Joyce Colleen Wood Riles, son, Ricky DeRay, and daughter, Kathy Faye Bishop.
Ross Riles is survived by his son, Mark LaDon Riles, of Columbus, GA, seven grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren and many caring friends.
The Riles family would like to extend a special thanks to the staff of Columbus Hospice House for the loving care provided to Mr. Riles.
Memorial Contributions may be made to Columbus Hospice house 7020 Moon Road, Columbus, GA 31909.

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Published by Columbus Ledger-Enquirer from Jan. 27 to Jan. 28, 2012.

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Sis. Sarah Sheppard

January 27, 2012

Bro. Mark and family,
As a church family- we mourn your loss, as a church, we mourn the loss of a faithful child of God. What a promise that we will meet the saints of God one day!! Love and prayers

Loudean Wood-Becchetti

January 27, 2012

Mark,You and the Family are in our thoughts and prayers. Faith will get you through this. Love and hugs.

January 27, 2012

So sorry for the loss of my cousin, Ross. He was a good man. A Godly man, a devoted husband, a wonderful Daddy and grandfather... And his love for the lord was so apparent...... He will be greatly missed, and forever loved..... He is now, at rest with the Lord... I love you Ross and I will miss you for always.....

January 27, 2012

Mark, So sorry to hear about your dad. Know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Traci Harman Howard

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