He was a faithful Jehovah Witness, a retired logger and served in United States Army (World War II) for six years, receiving the Purple Heart Medal. His free time was spent visiting his brother, Esley who resides in Belleview Nursing and Rehab Center.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Sulisteen Harden Riley; three brothers, Leslie, L.C. and Charlie Lee Riley; one sister, Ida Mae Bunns; one sister-in-law and two nephews.
He leaves to cherish his memory two brothers, Alvernia (Atlean) and Esley Riley of Lacey; a special niece, LaRaine Green (Alvin), four sister-in-laws, Betty Harden, Callean Harden, Claudia Handley, Lonnie Mae Swift; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Funeral service will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, July 11, 2015 at Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home with burial to follow in Lacey Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00-7:00 p.m. Online guestbook www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(4)
Jean Bowen
Monticello, AR Thursday, July 9, 2015Sorry to hear of Mr Riley death. He was a nice man.
D.S. Harden Family
Los Angeles, CA Wednesday, July 8, 2015 We are so sorry to hear about our beloved Tyree passing away. He was truly a gentle and kind spirit. He was a dear friend/brother-in-law of my Dad (D.S Harden), a loving and devoted husband to my Aunt Sulisteen. He was a very special person in our lives and he will truly be missed. Our deepest sympathy to the family. God Bless, Callen, Dolen, Ronda, and Danielle Harden (Los Angeles, CA)Walter Chapman
Monticello, AR Wednesday, July 8, 2015 Dear Family, Sorry to hear of Tyree's passing. He was a good neighbor and family friend. It was an honor to have known him and assist him in his dealings with the V.A. God Bless!!Apprilla Porch
Monticello, AR Tuesday, July 7, 2015 Brother Riley was such a quiet, charming, spirit. He will be missed by his Monticello Congregation friends. Looking forward to seeing him again. My condolences.