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Oliver Riley Obituary

Oliver Riley, Jr. CHARLESTON - The relatives and friends of Mr. Oliver Riley, Jr., those of his siblings, Jerome G. Riley (Patricia) San Antonio, TX, Olivia D. Stiff (Calvin) Norfolk, VA, Jacqueline R. Gilyard (Wilmer) Jacksonville, FL, Anthony Riley, Knoxville, TN, I. Denise Riley, Austin, TX, Darrell J. Riley, Atlantic Beach, FL and Donna R. Ladia (Elkanah) Charleston, SC, other relatives and friends are invited to attend his funeral services at 11:00 AM on Friday, April 4, 2014 at St. Matthew Baptist Church, 2005 Reynolds Ave., North Charleston, SC, Rev. Dr. Clinton Brantley, Pastor. Mr. Riley will repose this evening in the funeral home chapel from 6-8 PM. Family hour 7-8 PM. He will be laid to rest in Hill Crest Cemetery, Summerville, SC. Professional services by NORTH AREA FUNERAL HOME, 4784 Gaynor Ave, North Charleston, SC 843-744-7511 Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Apr. 2 to Apr. 3, 2014.

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April 10, 2014

Sorry for the loss of Oliver. I worked with Oliver at the Boiler Shop at Charleston Naval Shipyard. I know he will be greatly missed. My prayers are with the family. We shared many laughs and good times together. I enjoyed working with him.

Charlie Howell, Jr.
SAS Shoes-Charleston

April 9, 2014

To the Riley Family - esp. Jerome & Jackie. My deepest condolences in the loss of your beloved brother. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Jacque Nurse - Jacksonville, FL

April 4, 2014

Hi Riley Family--especially Darrel and Donna because we were so close in age and friendship--my deepest sencerity goes out you all"The Riley Family" we all loved you guys. i pray that the life of Junnie(Big Daddy of the house) is forever etched in your hearts, the memories sure has taken place in mine.This will Always be a part of us who knew you all---Love Shaun Jackson Maxwell and Family

Carlein

April 3, 2014

I am sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in God's word which promises that one day death shall be no more.

Gail Frasier-Moultrie

April 3, 2014

My prayers are with the entire Riley family. I pray that the Lord give you the peace that surpasses all understanding during your hours of bereavement.

LaTangela Gilyard

April 1, 2014

To my #2 Mother, Jackie Riley Gilyard & The Entire Riley Family:
May GOD grant you"ll the comfort you need during this time. I've been apart of this family for over 30 years, so I say family "Weeping may endure for a night but Joy cometh in the morning". "Now unto him who can do exceeding abundantly above all we can ask or think" will give you the serenity and peace that surpasses all understanding to go forth with Junie's legacy & the former Matrich of the Riley Family. You'll are in my prayers and when it gets too rough call on Jesus and he will answer...just pray. "The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much".
Love, Blessings & Prayers,
Step Niece (Daughter of Wilmer & Jackie Gilyard)
Ms. LaTangela Gilyard
Jacksonville, Florida

Bernadette Hunter

April 1, 2014

Hi Jackie and Toney,Iam sorry to hear about the lost of your brother

James Porter

April 1, 2014

My prayers are with the Riley family at this time.

Rene Gantt Clark and The Gantt Family

April 1, 2014

Our Prayers are with the Family

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