Mr. Johnny Riley, Sr., of Harrisburg, departed this life Thursday, December 17, 2020, at the age of 90.
He was born September 21, 1930 in Harrisburg, the son of the late W.L. "Gander" Riley and Lois Denton Riley.
Johnny served in the Navy as a cook, but was most known as Caretaker of Claypool reservoir for approximately 50 years. He loved the outdoors. Hunting and fishing were his passion, as well as spending time with his children and grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four siblings.
He is survived by his wife, Cindy Riley of the home, eight children, J.R. Riley, Jr., Karen Riley Garner, Billy L. Riley, Michael Riley, Harold "Dud" Riley, Johnathan
"Pete" Riley, Eric Burchfield and Chris Burchfield. He had twenty four grandchildren, twelve great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. He also leaves a host of beloved friends and will be greatly missed by all.
Funeral services are set for 3:00 p.m. Sunday, December 20, 2020, at the Gregg-Weston Funeral Home Chapel in Harrisburg. There will be no visitation prior to services. In lieu of flowers, memorials made be made to the charity of your choice.