Harry S. Riley, 83, formerly of York, PA, passed away on Monday, January 31, 2011 at Harbour Manor Health and Living Community in Noblesville, IN. He was born on October 14, 1927 to William and Elva Riley in Glen Rock, PA.
Mr. Riley was a veteran of World War II, having served with the U.S. Navy. He was a retired tool and die maker with Sylvania in York, PA and later with Martin Marietta in FL. He enjoyed traveling in his RV and sailing his boat on the Chesapeake Bay. He will be missed by the many family and friends he visited during his retirement years.
He is survived by two sons, Michael (Sue) of Dallastown, PA & David (companion, Dorothy) of Peckville, PA; three daughters, Patricia (Ed) Smith of Red Lion, PA, Kathy Riley of St. Cloud, FL & Stephanie Moore of Fishers, IN; stepdaughter, Kim Grove of York, PA; stepson, Greg Wantz of York, PA; eleven grandchildren; and twelve great-grandchildren.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, William and Wilbur; his first wife, Fern Bailey Riley; and Maureen Wantz Riley.
The family would like to give special thanks to his grandson, Christopher Moore, his wife Ann, and the family and friends in Indiana who tenderly cared for him during his illness.