Catherine Ann "Cathy" Riker

CATHERINE ANN RIKER Catherine Ann Riker "Cathy" of Royal Palm Beach, Florida and of Block Island, Rhode Island, passed away after a short illness on Saturday, September 8, 2012 at 81 years of age. Cathy was loved by all who knew her. She is survived by her beloved husband Paul, of 61 years, their five children, Paul Riker of Syracuse, NY; Patricia Swim of Groton, CT; Janice Rutan of Wellington, FL; Norman Riker of Niantic, CT; and Gerald Riker of Block Island, Rhode Island. Her life was also blessed by her 9 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Also surviving are her brothers Alfred Coronesi, Dr. Tony Penisi, and her sister, Mary Blackwell. A celebration of life will be held on Tuesday, September 11, 2012, at 11:00 AM at Christ Fellowship Royal Palm Beach Campus, 9905 Southern Boulevard, Royal Palm Beach, FL. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Block Island Fire and Rescue, P.O. Box 307, Block Island, RI 02807. To express condolences and/or make donations Visit PalmBeachPost.com/obituaries