Joan Patricia Riley passed away on October 12, 2022, at the age of 74 surrounded by loved ones. She is survived by her sister Ellen Thomson (Donald) and many nieces, nephews, grandnieces, grandnephews, and cousins. She is preceded in death by her parents, Joseph G. Riley and Helen Riley DeRoberts (nee Zepernick), and her brothers, James, Robert, Lawrence, and Joseph G. Riley, Jr.
Joan had a zest for life and was always game for fun. She loved to play tricks, play games and make people laugh. She loved her family with her whole heart and was known to family and friends alike as the “Cool Aunt”. She could always be counted on to be the first to show up at family functions. Having no children of her own, Joan developed a very special bond with her sister’s children and was more like an older sister than an aunt. Joan was a loving daughter, sister, aunt, cousin, and Godmother, and was a loving friend to all.
Elise Martin
October 27, 2022, 11:36 pm
My deepest and sincerest sympathy to all of you. Heaven definitely received another angel. Joanie will be sorely missed. She was the most generous, kindest, loving, caring and sweetest person I’ve known. She will forever be remembered for her beautiful smile and her friendship. My family and I always considered her more than a friend. She was family. Rest In Peace my angel. I love you always ❤️
Worsham Emily
October 27, 2022, 11:40 pm
Joanie was a very pleasant person to be around. Jerry and I enjoyed our times with the family and Aunt Joanie…Our condolences to all of you and may your memories be with you always…especially when you gather.
Lisa Kemp
October 28, 2022, 12:30 pm
I’m so sorry for your loss. She was a bright light and I truly enjoyed all the times I did hang out with her. 🤗❤️
linda rotz
October 29, 2022, 1:47 am
I’m so sorry to hear of Joan’s passing. She was truly a lot of fun and I have great memories of some of her silly antics. I pray your memories make you laugh and smile❤️🙏🏻😇