Riley – John F. Jr. of Plymouth, formerly of West Roxbury and Roslindale, died at home on Wednesday April 4, 2007, surrounded by his family and loved ones. He is survived by his beloved wife Marie E. (D’Apote) and his loving daughters; Kristine M. Keegan and her husband Anthony of Plymouth, Laurine A. Riley of Duxbury, Kerrie E. Miley and her husband Dale of North Port, Florida, and Aymee M. Levis and her husband Geoffrey of Sagamore Beach. Dear brother of Maureen (Riley) Gambardella and her husband James. Son of the late John F. Riley, Sr. and Evelyn (Heil) Riley. John leaves behind five grandchildren; Brandon S. Arlington, Ava V. Levis, Aidan J. Keegan, Riley A. Keegan, and Chase R. Levis, and one nephew Daniel Jay Gambardella. John was a 1963 graduate of Roslindale High School and a 1965 graduate of Franklin Institute of Boston. John was a successful business owner in the automotive industry for over 30 years. He was 32 degree Past Master of the Masonic Lodge AF & AM of Plymouth, as well as a Shriner. John will be missed by many lifelong friends and co-workers who loved him dearly. John leaves behind a strong legacy of family which he valued above all else. Visiting hours will be held in the Robert J. Lawler & Crosby Funeral Home, 1803 Centre St. West Roxbury, MA on Tuesday April 10, 2007 from 9:00 to 11:00 AM. Following visitation, A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at St. Theresa of Avila Church Centre St. West Roxbury at 11:30 AM. Interment at the Garden of Gethsemane, Baker St. West Roxbury. In lieu of flowers, family requests donations be made to Cranberry Hospice, 36 Cordage Park Circle, Suite 326, Plymouth, MA 02360. www.lawlerfuneralhome.com
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