Julia Riley Obituary
Julie, a member of St. Francis de Sales Church, died at Danbury Woods of Cuyahoga Falls on Wednesday, August 6, 2025. She was born in Chattanooga, Tennessee on March 29, 1945, to the late William R. and Ann E. (Weidner) Craig.
A graduate of Newark Catholic High School and Denison University, Julie served as a nurse for many years, both at Licking Memorial Hospital and in the office of Dr. Reed.
She is survived by her children, Raejene Riley (Toni Poncebaker); David Michael Riley II; daughter-in-law, Jennifer Riley; grandchildren, Nathaniel, Tyler, Zachary, and Cooper; sister, Dorothy (George) Hatfield and sister-in-law, Gail (Michael) Craig; and several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents, Julie was preceded in death by her husband, David Michael Riley Sr.; and her brother, Michael Craig.
Memorial donations in Julie's memory can be made to the Newark Catholic High School Foundation,1 Green Wave Drive, Newark, Ohio 43055.
REED-EGAN FUNERAL HOME, 141 Green Wave Drive, Newark, is assisting the family with arrangements. To leave a condolence for the family or share your memory of Julie, please visit www.reedegan.com.
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Gail Craig
August 14, 2025
Great pic of Dave and Julie
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Gail Craig
August 11, 2025
My beautiful sister-in-law. May you rest in peace and be with the love of your life.
Love, Gail
Pansy L Queen
August 11, 2025
Sincere condolences for all Julia's family. May you all find peace knowing she is with your dad. My prayers for all. God Bless
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