Walter “Walt” N. Riley, Norton Shores, age 65, passed away on Sun, Mar 24, 2019. He was born on Jun 9, 1953 to Vernon and Josephine (Johnson) Riley in Muskegon.
Walt spent over 20 years as a member of the Norton Shores Fire Department. He was very proud of his time serving the community. Walt enjoyed going hunting throughout the years with his father and relatives. He was quick with a joke, but many times lacked the humor to pull them off. His favorite pastime was spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren.
He is survived by his loving wife, Nancy Riley; daughter, Rebecca Riley; grandchildren, Lynsey Schaub (John Melin) Alexis (AD Barnes) and Stephen Blawat; great grandchildren, Sierra Barnes, Walker Melin; stepchildren, Chris Davey, Heather (Ken) Rager; step grandchildren, Crystal (TJ) Brantman, Katelyn Rager, Zakk Rager, Chance Davey and Kezia Davey; step great grandchildren, TJ Brantman Jr, Gabrial Brantman; brother, Frank (Beverly) Riley, Charles (Wilma) Riley; sisters, Arbutise Paszkowski, Sandra (Larry) Polidori.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Sharon; great grandchild, Raven Barnes; brother James and a sister.
Visitation with Walt’s family will take place on Sun, Mar 31, 2019 at The Lee Chapel, 6291 S. Harvey St (231) 798-1100 from 5 to 8 pm.
A public graveside service will be held on Mon, Apr 1, 2019 at 11 am at Norton Cemetery on Airline Rd in Norton Shores.
For a more lasting memory, donations in Walt’s name can be made to the Harbor Hospice Foundation.