Kathy Riley Obituary
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Kathy was born June 10, 1964, in Nelsonville, Ohio to Peg and Kenny Riley. Kathy loved spending time with her grandkids, crafting, reading, gardening, going to casinos, making flip-flop wreaths, baking, and helping others.
Surviving are her partner, Brian Williams; children, Mindy (CR) Henderson, Ron (Lynn) North, and Brandon (Erica) Willams; grandchildren, Braden Henderson, Kyla Henderson, Erik (Linda) Henderson, Cheyenne (Marc) Carter, Alyssa (Noah) Browning, Alison North, Logan Williams, and Lucas Williams; great-grandchildren, Xavier Henderson, Cora Henderson, Dawson Carter, and Jack Carter; siblings, Barb (Steve) Saving and Kenny (Gina) Riley; sister-in-law, Trish Riley; special nieces, Misty and Becki; many special nephews; and pets, Paige and Tiger.
Kathy was preceded in death by her parents, Peg and Kenny Riley and brother, Bill Riley.
Funeral services will be held at 12 Noon on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, at the Warren-Brown Funeral Home in Nelsonville, Ohio. Following cremation, burial will be at Greenlawn Cemetery in Nelsonville, Ohio.
Calling hours will be observed from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM on Monday, October 20, 2025, and 11:00 AM to 12:00 Noon on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, prior to the service.
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Debbie Elliott
October 20, 2025
Kathy was such a good friend of mine when our children were younger . Everyone loved Kathy , the kindest , sweet person to everyone.
She will be so missed by her whole family.
Fly high beautiful friend .
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Peggy Grant
October 17, 2025
I remember Kathy as a baby.. So sweet. So sorry to hear of her passing. I send my dearest Condolences! Love and comfort to the family. May she rest in peace! Peggy Swart Grant.
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October 17, 2025
Dear family,I am so sorry to hear of cousin Kathy's passing. May God bless you and give you his peace. Love and prayers. Diantha Lavinder Flowers
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