Albert Riley

Albert Riley obituary

Albert Riley

Albert Riley Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by The Boyd Family Funeral Home on Aug. 5, 2025.

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Albert (Damon) Riley passed away on July 26, 2025, at the age of 72. He was the son of the late Cottrell Riley, Jr. and the late Nancy Franklin Riley. Albert is survived by his daughter, Shontel Minor (Cory), son, Damon A. Riley (Cori), grandson Cory J. Minor, Jr., and granddaughters Charlie P. Riley and Greyson A. Riley, sisters Mattie McCoy and Gail Riley, brothers Michael Riley (Marsha) and Terrance Riley. He is also survived by a host of other relatives and friends. Albert is preceded in death by his beloved sister Barbara Estelle and brother Cottrell Riley, III. Family and friends are invited to attend the Memorial Service on Saturday, August 9, 2025, for 4:30 p.m. at The Boyd Family Funeral Home, 5001 Chef Menteur Hwy., New Orleans, Louisiana 70126. Visitation will begin at 3:30 pm. The family will have a private interment. Guestbook Online: www.anewtraditionbegins.com (504) 282-0600. Donavin D. Boyd and Linear Brooks Boyd Owners/Funeral Directors.

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George Harris

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Our deepest condolences.
George and Paulette Harris.

Serda

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My prayers are with the family at this time! Serda Buchanan

Juanita Cunninghah

August 8, 2025

So Sorry For Your Loss, I´m Praying With Y´all And Praying For Y´all I Love Y´guys

LeBoeuf Family

August 7, 2025

Prayers for your brother, you and your family.
From: Genell, Kodi, Parker, Julian, Sharon

Charles Edward Aubert

August 7, 2025

Maddie and Gail Riley, with love from your adopted brother Charles: It sadden me to hear that you lost your brother once again. My condolences to you guys. May God bring you joy, peace, and love as you move forward in this journey always. Charles

Cherlyn Butler

August 6, 2025

To the Riley Family....Remember the good memories of Damon...rest in Power

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