James Gerald Riley
RILEY James Gerald Riley, age 80, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on September 19, 2007, after a courageous battle with Lou Gehrig's disease. He was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend who always had a bright smile for everyone who passed his way even as his disease progressed. Jim is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Mary (Felske) and children, Mike (Connie) Riley of Grove City, Sheryl (Steve) Douglas, Rick (Anita) Riley and Don (Janet) Riley, all of Columbus and Lynda (Dave) Kowaski of Grove City; 10 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; sister, Polly Reed of Mt. Vernon; and many nieces and nephews. Jim was a longtime faithful member of Memorial Baptist Church where he was the handyman for several years. He recently attended Immanuel Baptist Church and the worship service conducted by Pastor William Abernathy, Sr. at the Hilltop Senior Village where he and his wife reside. He was an employee of Magnetek National Electric Coil for 43 years and a Veteran WWII, U.S. Navy. Jim loved to travel and spend time with his family. Funeral service 10 a.m. Friday, September 21, 2007, at SCHOEDINGER HILLTOP CHAPEL, 3030 W. Broad St., where friends may call 5-8 p.m. Thursday and 9-10 a.m. prior to the service on Friday. Interment Green Lawn Cemetery. The family wishes to thank the staff of HomeReach Hospice and Kobacker House for their kindness and compassion. In lieu of flowers, donations may be given to Kobacker House and HomeReach Hospice. To send condolences to the family visit www.schoedinger.com. "Sign the online guestbook at www.dispatch.com/obituaries"