Russel R. Riley
July 5, 1930 ~ April 27, 2016
Born in: New York City, New York
Russel R. Riley, 85, of Franklin, passed away at his home on Wednesday, April 27th at 2:00 p.m.Born on July 5, 1930 in New York City, Russel was the son of the late William and Sarah Riley. Russel was a Korean ear US Army veteran, where he received the National Defense Service Medal. On June 5, 1975, he married Lois M. Silker, who survives. Russel worked as a security guard at Burns Security and attended the Oak Hill United Methodist Church.In his spare time, Russel enjoyed collecting knives, belt buckles, and coins. He also enjoyed playing bingo and was a member of the VFW Jesse Greer Post #1835 and the American Legion Post 476.In addition to his wife, Lois, Russel is survived by his sons: Raymond Riley, Thomas Riley, Robert Riley, and Daniel Riley; his daughters: Delores Mothershed and Minnie Riley; his step-sons: Harvey Silker and Leo Simpson; and his step-daughters: Marie Stanley, Eva Shuffstall, Florence McCain, and Nancy Casteel. He is additionally survived by many grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren, and several great-great grandchildren.Russel was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers; his sisters; his step-daughter, Deb Heath; and his step-son, Robert Silker.The family suggests that memorial contributions be made to the V.E.T.S. Honor Guard, PO Box 137, Franklin, PA 16323; or to the Alzheimer's Association, PO Box 96011, Washington, DC 20090-6011.Friends and family will be received at the Gardinier Funeral Home, Inc., 1315 Chestnut Street in Franklin, on Tuesday, May 3rd from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.Funeral services will follow visitation at the funeral home on May 3rd at 4:30 p.m., with the Rev. Mark Rusnak, Aseracare Spiritual Coordinator, officiating. Interment will be held at Rockland Cemetery.To send online condolences, flowers, cards, or for further information, friends and family are invited to visit www.gardinierfuneralhome.com.
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He was a wonderful person to all.
We lost Grandpa yesterday. What a man!!!
He spoke his mind, was a funny man, a strong man, told you exactly what he was thinking, pulled pranks, made you laugh, and often wore funny boarder-line inappropriate t-shirts,…all while drinking a beer! I loved that about him.
His toughness probably came from when he was a NYC street cop. His softness came from his love for his daughter (Dolores Mothershed) and was on display when he was surrounded by family. My kids and my brother’s daughter often called him “Old Great Grandpa”. It was always pretty cool to have 4 generations sitting in a room at one time.
He was the real deal!
We love you Grandpa!
Susan Sliker sends her condolences
Prayers of comfort to Aunt Lois and family during this time of sorrow.Uncle Russel will be greatly missed by many. love Bessie Sliker Jones ( Daughter of Karl and Louise Sliker )
He was a good man with a great sense of humor. Russ welcomed myself, kids, and my grandkids to his family and made is feel at home from day one,I will miss his Corny jokes and the silly shirts with all the funny sayings on them. Rip Russ you will be truly missed, walk among the angels now!
He was a good guy. He would always come into WalMart and tease Flo. He gave me many days of laughter. Rest in peace. Hugs and prayers for his family.
May God wrap His loving arms around you during this difficult time-Denise Mitchell
I use to go to the house every morning to catch the bus and grandma would always make sure I was fed. She would make pancakes, sausage, and toast. We would talk and laugh. Grandpa would have sausage on his plate and when he wasn’t watching I would steal a piece off his plate. He’d turn back a catch me sometimes and call me his pain in the ass because he I stole it from him. We’d laugh and he’d joke around that before I’d came along he would get feed but since I should up and stole his food that he was starving it made me laugh and laugh. There’s so many conversations that we’d have together I always miss those times. Grandma would spoil me rotten with all kinds of goodies grandpa would watch his news and she’d sit an do her crosswords. I will miss you terribly grandpa but I will never forget you. I love you. May you finally be at peace. May you be watching us from above. Until we all meet again. Thank you for the wonderful memories and all the love you gave our family. I will treasure the day you came to my wedding to finally be able to see that I will be OK because I found my soul mate that will be able to be there for me like you were.