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1970
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2023
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Jennifer Riley Obituary
Jennifer Lynn Riley, age 53, of Westville, Indiana, passed away on Thursday, Oct. 12, 2023, with her loving family by her side.
She was born on May 9, 1970, in Michigan City, Indiana, to Dennis and Carol (Messina) Cox, who preceded her in death.
Jennifer married her loving husband, Jeffery Riley, on Sept. 1, 1990, in Michigan City. Jeff still survives her.
Jennifer is also survived by her daughter, Amanda (Mark) Talamantes; son, Jason Riley; grandchildren, Ledger and Lucia Talamantes; brother, David (Kimberly) Cox; uncle, Dan Messina; and a multitude of cousins.
She was also preceded in death by her nephew, Trevor Cox; Gram and Grandpa, Shirley and Frank Messina.
Jennifer received a medical secretarial certificate through Ivy Tech and especially took pride in her cut-out cookies. Through her whole battle with cancer, she never lost her faith and always remained positive. She was able to provide support to others even when she was going through her hardest times. If she knew you, she prayed for you. Jennifer was such a thoughtful person and will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Family and friends are invited for a visitation on Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023, from 4 p.m. until the time of service at 7 p.m. at Geisen-Carlisle Funeral Home, 613 Washington Street, Michigan City, Indiana, 46304, with Pastor Kim Cole officiating from Michigan City Christian Church. There will be a private burial.
Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.
To sign online guestbook or leave condolences, please visit: www.Carlislefh.com. 219-874-4214
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Memories and Condolences
for Jennifer Riley
5 Entries
Debbie K Micetich
October 7, 2024
Oh my beautiful friend, Jen. How i loved our friendship, and I miss you everyday. You understood me and I understood you. We were prayer partners and sometimes I feel lost without you. You had such an impact on my life. I'm glad you no longer suffer and are smiling the most beautiful smile, as you are once again with your mom and dad and others you loved. No one can ever replace you in my life, but I know I'll see you again one day. I love you so much. Give our Savior a huge hug for me. Now in eternity forever with all the beauty ,love, of Jesus. A mansion by the crystal sea, and streets lined with gold. I can just picture your beautiful smile. I love you JenJen, for ever and always, until we meet again.
The Konrady Plastics Family
October 18, 2023
Jeff,
Our thoughts are with you and your family, and we are sending heartfelt hope for comfort and peace as you grieve this sad loss.
Debbie Kay Micetich
October 15, 2023
She had the greatest smile. God gave her many gifts. I'm gonna miss her so muchI felt all your relief my beautiful friend and as I woke up thanking God for another day, I felt a smile come on my face,
I recalled the funniest time we shared a blessing, anwered prayers, and each other's pain, a friendship God meant to be, WHAT GRACE
WHAT A BEAUTIFUL DAY YOU'VE BEEN SET FREE.
Roscoe
October 14, 2023
You will be missed, I appreciate your humor about Bill Belichick, Donald, Dre, cheering for the Cubs and being there when they won back in 2016. You didn't go down without a fight and you were like a mother to us all. Even when you and the family couldn't make the baseball games that I hosted after 2020, it felt like a big part was missing. You left a great impression on us and we will miss you dearly, Rest well
Pam (Gardner) Foreman
October 14, 2023
Jennifer, I will miss our chats very much. I´ve never stopped praying for you and your family. I will miss your sweet Jesus spirit and your beautiful and contagious smile and your unwavering faith. Can you kiss your precious mom and dad from me? You and your parents are the best and warmest people I´ve ever met. You three truly exude Jesus from every pour of your bodies and soo happy you get to be in our Lord presence! All my love forever and always my sweet sweet friend. Pam Foreman
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Memorial Events
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Oct
18
Visitation
4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Geisen-Carlisle Funeral & Cremation Services - Michigan City613 Washington Street, Michigan City, IN 46360
Oct
18
Service
7:00 p.m.
Geisen-Carlisle Funeral & Cremation Services - Michigan City613 Washington Street, Michigan City, IN 46360
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