Elder Peter Riley

05/21/1953 - 06/26/2019

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.

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