Harrington Funeral Home, Inc. | Valdosta, GA

Obituary For Elder Peter Riley

"I have a few more, Tears to shed. I have a few more, Burdens to bear. I have a few more, Times to give up the right. For the wrong, But I'm gonna keep on. Pressing on the word, Till my battle is fought. My victory is won, But if u make it in Glory Before I do, Save a seat for me"

It is with deep sadness that we stand with the loving Riley and connected family members to announce the earthly transition of one God's chosen vessels:

Elder Peter Riley (66) of Valdosta, Georgia answered the Master's call on Wednesday June 26, 2019

Elder Peter Riley, Sr., was born May 21, 1953 in Homerville, Georgia to the late Clarence and Julia Riley. His educational background stemmed from Echols County School System.

He was an elder at CDC City of Praise, where he faithfully served and praised God, in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ name under the leadership of Apostle James Smith for more than 20 years.

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by: Kimberly Garrison, Dorothy Jenkins, Ruby House, Darlene Riley, James Riley, and Clarence Riley Jr.

Elder Riley leaves to cherish his loving memories to his wife of 45 years, Bernadine Riley; children, Clarence Riley, Peter Riley Jr. (Pamela), Keith Garrison (Maricela), Anthony Garrison (LeThonia), Rufus Garrison, Eric Livingston (Carla), Alex Riley, Charlotte Riley, Samantha Riley, Chasity Butler (Alonzo), Patricia Gordon (Darriet) Angela Kirkland (Curtis); five brothers, Curtis Riley, David Riley (Sheila), Troy Riley (Diann), Earnest Riley (Etta), Lewis Riley (Pamela); six sisters, Bulah Bell, Julia Barrett, Alberta Riley, Lillie Mae George (William), Mary Smith, Sally Kelsaw (Eperic); as well as a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, loved ones, and friends.

Life Celebration Services will take place on Saturday, July 6, 2019 at 11:00am from the sanctuary of Crossing Jordan Baptist Church - 1401 Cypress Street. Rev. Dr. Ronnie J. Mathis is pastor, however Apostle James Smith (CDC City of Praise) will officiate.

Elder Peter Riley will be laid to rest in the Pallbearers Cemetery, located in Valdosta Georgia.

Acknowledgments from The family of the late Elder Peter Riley, Sr. The Family extends sincere appreciation to all of you for your expressions of love and comfort during our time of bereavement. Special thanks to the CDC City of Praise and Graham Chapel Church Families.-The Riley Family

Final Care and Compassionate Services are being expressed to the Riley and connected families with love, care and uncompromising dignity by Harrington Funeral Home Inc.

Guest Book

You was a great person to be around you had a laugh that can light up the world praying for the family

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Please accept my expression of sympathy in the loss of your dear love one. May the God of all comfort provide you with strength in this most difficult time (2 Corinthians 1:3,4). God promises that soon He will remove all causes of pain, suffering, and death (Revelation 21:3,4). We know that Almighty Jehovah God has not only the power but also yearns to fulfill this promise. Until that time, may you find comfort in this promise and treasure the memories you shared.

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My heart goes out to the Riley family Elder Riley you will be missed I remember our last conversation in front of Stan grocery you was selling peanut you look up and saw me you was so glad to see as I was too see u we talked and talked and talked you said a prayer for me at that time I was going through sickness in my body but we encouraged each other in the Lordi will miss you dearly REST ON MY BROTHER PETER ( ELDER RILEY)

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My condolence to the family.May he rest in heaven.Gwen and Jimmie Carter

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My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Debbie Anderson

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My Deepest Condolences. Zara Sanders

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My heart goes out to the family, Peter was always the same. God Bless.

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I want to offer my condolences to the family and friends. It is a painful thing to lose a love one in death. Even Jesus, when on earth, wept over the loss of a love one (John 11:33,35,38). Allow Our Heavenly Father to comfort you through the Scriptures__ 2 Corinthians 1: 3,4 “Praised be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of tender mercies and the God of all comfort, 4 who comforts us in all our trials so that we may be able to comfort others in any sort of trial with the comfort that we receive from God” It is comforting to know that He calls death an enemy and promised to remove it forever__ “The last enemy, death, is to be brought to nothing” (1 Corinthians 15:26). He also promised to undo the effect of death by waking up all our love ones in the memorial tombs__ Isaiah 26:19 "Your dead will live...the earth will let those powerless in death come to life." I hope these words give all of you comfort.

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I was honored to have come in contact with Elder Riley many years ago, he was such a praiser and gentle giant in the Kingdom. My prayers are with his family, church family and with all those that were touched by his life. (Pastor Bernard & Lady Shanta Robinson)

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My Condolences To The Family But He Was Like Family Too Everyone He Meets, I'm Mayday Family,RIH Mr Riley

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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