Loretta G. Riley's Obituary
Decatur- Loretta G. Riley, 57, of Decatur, passed away Tuesday, January 05, 2016 in Decatur Memorial Hospital.
Loretta was born in Decatur, Illinois, the daughter of Richard and Louise (Montgomery) Riley. She graduated from Eisenhower High school. She enjoyed crafting, and sewing.
Loretta is survived by mother, Louise Riley of Maroa, IL; life partner of twenty-three and a half years, Mark Watts of Maroa, IL; brothers, Thomas (Stephanie) Riley of Bolder City, NV, Terry (Jackie) Riley of Lethbridge Alberta, Canada; sister, Sandra (David) Denton of Maroa, IL, sister-of-choice, Kristina Helmuth of Arthur, IL; special niece, M’lissa (Scott) Brewer, special nephew, Thomas McClellan, a host of extended family, many loved friends, and her two loyal canine companions, Sir Peanut, and Lady Lucy.
Loretta was preceded in death by her father, Richard Riley.
Honoring Loretta’s wishes no services will be held. Her cremated remains will be buried in Boiling Springs Cemetery at a later date for friends and family.
The family of Loretta G. Riley is being served by the Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Ave. Decatur, IL. Please view the online obituary, send condolences, and share memories at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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