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Russell Riley-Levy Obituary
Dr. Riley was born in 1930 in Berwyn, Illinois, the son of the late Howard and Marion Riley.
He received a Masters Degree from Illinois State University and received his Doctorate Degree from the University of Northern Colorado. He spent many years in Colorado involved in higher education. He was a professor at Lord Fairfax Community College in Middletown, Virginia, where he retired in 1995.
He was a member of The Unitarian Universalist Church of the Shenandoah Valley. He was a Veteran having served in the Army stationed in Germany. He loved reading, photography, traveling and spending time with his family.
Dr. Riley married Norma Jean Langhorst on December 27, 1958 in Grant Park, Illinois.
Surviving with his wife are two children, a daughter, Lauren St. Jacques and husband Michael of Winchester, Virginia, and a son, Scott Russell Riley of Stephens City, Virginia; six grandchildren, Richard Levin, Russell Scott Riley, Rachael St. Jacques, Austin Devart, Annika Devart and Ali Devart; and three great-grandchildren. Also surviving is his sister-in-law, Linda; two nephews; and one niece.
A sister, Patricia and brother, Michael preceded him in death. Granddaughter, Ashlie Levin also preceded him in death.
A Celebration of Life will be conducted at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 13, 2011, at The Unitarian Universalist Church of the Shenandoah Valley with Reverend Lyn Plumb officiating.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, August 11, 2011, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Omps Funeral Home, South Chapel.
Memorial contributions may be made to The Unitarian Universalist Church of the Shenandoah Valley, Endowment Fund, 6380 Valley Pike, P.O. Box 1574, Stephens City, Virginia 22655.
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Memories and Condolences
for Russell Riley-Levy
August 17, 2011
Dear Mrs. Riley and Family; I was saddened to find that Dr. Riley ahd passed and wanted to send you all my deepest sympathies. He was my professor at LFCC and I counted him as a friend. He inspired me in so many ways as well as let me know when some decisions would be better off . I always enjoyed listening to him in class or out.
May you all keep his memories and love in your heart.
Most SIncerely; Karen E. Given
[Dr. Riley knew me under my maiden name Karen E. Gibbons-Trudell]
Shirley Weakley
August 16, 2011
"I had Dr. Riley as my psychology professor while at LFCC. He was so much more that just a teacher, he was a mentor, a inspirer and motivator and a dear friend. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family. May God keep you in his graces as you go through this time of sorrow. Remember, how many lives he touched in a very meaningful way and that we will never be forgotten.
God Bless
Shirley Weakley(Luray, VA)
Dawn Knight
August 16, 2011
Dr. Riley was my Psychology professor at LFCC in 1994-95. He was a wonderful and caring man. He was a tremendous help on so many occasions. I am terribly sorry that I lost touch as we used to chat via Christmas cards. I admired and respected him greatly. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Theresa Campbell
August 15, 2011
May the family of Dr. Russell Howard Riley-Levy find peace and comfort from our loving and caring heavenly Father in your time of sorrow.
August 10, 2011
My deepest sympathy to his family. I had Dr. Riley as my psychology professor in the 80's and he was absolutely wonderful. He was an excellent, inspiring teacher and a caring person. He was one of those people who made a huge impact on my life. He will be deeply missed.
Cindy Wert Christiansburg, VA
Annetta Richardson
August 10, 2011
WE have lost a "tender soul"--one who always had an encouraging word, who had a great sense of humor, and one who was truly a friend. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Blessings to his family.
Annetta Richardson
Susan Wright-Pomenta
August 10, 2011
I had Dr. Riley, for my college Professor in the late 80's. I didn't really understand anything he said, but I thought he was a great man and a wonderful professor. He will be deeply missed! God Bless you, Dr. Riley. ^i^
Susan Wright-Pomenta
San Antonio,Texas
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