James Edward Riley passed from this life to the next on February 22, 2024 after a short battle with a brain tumor.
James (Ed) was born in Eugene, OR on January 19, 1950 to Martha May and James Edward Riley, Sr. James married the love of his life, Frances (Fran) Garrett on May 21, 1970 in Whitebird, ID after joining the US Army.
James is preceded in death by his wife, Fran Riley, sister, Martha (Mae) Hartzel, and parents Martha and James Riley.
He is survived by his children Colby (Erika), Angel, and Jeremy (Kindra) as well as his grandchildren David and Avonlea. James is also survived by his brothers Alan and Thom Riley.
A Memorial service for James will be held 2:00 PM, Saturday, March 2, 2024 at Landmark Pentecostal Church in Kirksville, Missouri.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Ruschmeier-Smith Funeral Home in Green City, MO.