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1965
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2022
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John Riley Obituary
Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's
hush
I am the swift uplifting rush.
Of quiet birds in circled flights
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there. I did not die
Poem by Mary Elizabeth Frye
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Memories and Condolences
for John Riley
Reese
November 24, 2022
My heartfelt condolences goes out to the family of J.R...Rest In Peace!!!
Sylvia
November 18, 2022
John!! This hit me hard!! You're truly going to be missed. Seeing your face walk through the doctor doors always brightened my day. Thanks for all the conversations we had! Love your Lil sis as you called me...
Sylvia
Monique Johnson
November 17, 2022
John, you will be truly missed. But never forgotten. There will always be good memories. We all are a long way from home but you have arrived and at peace. Rest in peace. God be your family.
The Hunts
November 16, 2022
To my cousin, a believer in God. He was always sending me inspirational scriptures and thoughts. The times we saw each other, we talked about God. I always thanked him for including me as he spread Gods message. You know its an honor to be thought of! Thank you cousin! That was our connection "GOD", John was the one who chose our journey to be spiritual. He saw something that I did not see, and I am grateful for his vision. I look at him as being active in his service, wanting to remind me of Gods grace and strength. From the Hunt family we will miss you.
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Kim Horton
November 15, 2022
So sorry for your lost lil john sending my condolences to your brothers and sisters may God keep you under his wings love you I remember playing cards with your dad and your mom RIH auntie kim and uncle main
Mrs. Johnnie (Davis) Rideout
November 15, 2022
To Evarine and the entire family of John Riley.
May GOD strengthen, comfort and heal your hearts. Please know that we are praying for your family. Losing a loved one is devastating, but GOD will see you through such a time as this.
Your former MTT neighbors,
JP, McArther and Carvell Davis
Tony "Loco" Moore
November 15, 2022
I'm going to miss my homeboy. It hurt my heart when I got the news regarding his untimely homegoing. I will miss him more than he knows. One of the funniest most down-to-earth brothers I've ever had the pleasure of knowing. He will truly be missed. RIP John!
Anthony Davis Sr.
November 14, 2022
RIP Big Bruh Much Love Always Derve
Tony
November 14, 2022
My condolences, Big Cuz you'll be missed never forgotten. When you would run into me. You made sure I was staying ten toes down. Not out here moving erratically. Rest easy
LaVerne A Gearring, MN
November 14, 2022
With Heartfelt Sympathy cousins! Evarine, Ursula, Charmaine, Dennis, Richard, Dawan, Kiana, Dontrell, grandchildren, and family. We are so sorry to hear of the passing of our dear cousin John! We are truly going to miss him! Our hearts are hurting! We are praying that our Heavenly Father wrap His loving arms of comfort around each of you. We pray that God bless each of you, as He strengthen you to endure and keep you in His Tender Loving Care! Prayerfully, Your cousins, LaVerne Taylor-Gearring & sons Paul Jr., and Taylor Gearring, LoRenzo Taylor, Leon Jr.& Kathy Taylor and son Evan, & daughter Sydni Taylor, LaRetha Taylor & daughters Alexandria, Angelica and grandchildren, Brooklyn, & Amaiya, Hilton lll & LaVita Nunnery, sons Hilton llll, Hunter, and Hailey Nunnery, Mige'l & Lesley & little Taylor Nunnery
Deanna N Hemphill
November 13, 2022
John is a good person, caring,like to make jokes, always happy and he will be in my heart. My condolences to the families and his children. You are truly going to miss you but never forgotten. RIP JOHN
Deanna N Hemphill
November 13, 2022
John was a big brother to me and always called me his little sister. We always had fun and laughing at his jokes. This really hurt me to my core just talked to him at my house and the grocery store now he taking away from the people that loved him. I will truly will miss your laugh, having fun at the house and the phone calls. You are truly an angel. We are going truly miss you but never forgotten. RIP JOHN.
Paula Lucas-Grafton
November 13, 2022
I am so devastated by the news that you were taken away physically you always brought a laugh and left me smiling I will truly miss you cuz rest easy I love you always
Paula
Kesha Robertson
November 13, 2022
A person you can talk on the phone all day about nothing. He kept people laughing. So heart felt and caring. You will be missed cousin.
Joshua Cousins
November 13, 2022
Evarine & family,
When someone physically leaves the earth they never truly leave us because they will always be alive in our hearts and minds. Through us, they live on. May the loving memories of John always bring you peace, comfort, and joy. So sorry for your loss. We extend our sincere condolences and sympathy.
Joe Outlaw
November 13, 2022
Rest peacefully John.
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