Rayburn Riley, 80, of Creve Coeur passed away at 11:19am on Tuesday December 21, 2010 at his residence.
He was born on May 19, 1930 in Graves County, KY the son of Hubert and Denny Riley. He married Mildred L. Ellis on June 30, 1950 in Carnack, MS.
Surviving is his wife, one son Glenn Riley of East Peoria and one daughter Diane (John) Railey of Washington, IL. Also surviving are 4 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren as well as one brother Clifton Riley of Paducah, KY. Further surviving are many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. Four brothers, four sisters preceded him in death.
A US Army Veteran he worked for TP&W Railroad as an electrician in East Peoria for 30 years retiring in 1991. He enjoyed many things in life but his main enjoyment was his grandchildren, great grandchildren, and had a great love for all of his family. His other enjoyment was working and fixing many things such as washers, dryers, lawn mowers and anything else that was broken. Rayburn was kind and compassionate to all he met.
At the request of Rayburn cremation rites have been accorded. There will be no services. Memorial donations may be given in his name to the Alzheimer’s Association Central Illinois Chapter.