Bruce E. Riley, 63, of Brownstown, IL passed away at 5:43 AM, Thursday, August 03, 2023 at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield.
Per Bruce’s wishes cremation rites will be accorded. A Visitation will be held from 3:00 PM-5:00 PM, Thursday, August 10, 2023 at Hohlt & File Funeral Home, Vandalia. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the donor’s choice. Online condolences can be made at www.hohltandfilefh.com
Bruce Edward Riley was born on June 25, 1960 in Kokomo, IN, the son of Ronnie Joe Riley and Norma Lou Turner.
Bruce was currently employed as a correctional officer at Graham Correctional Center, Hillsboro for the Illinois Department of Corrections. Though, he has had several types of employment throughout the years. Bruce formerly worked in the oil fields and was quite the mechanic. He enjoyed working on cars, racing, and had an avid love for pretty much anything automotive.
He is survived by his mother, Norma Walker of Vandalia; daughter, Brandi & husband Jeramy Ohrt of Idaville, IN; son, Conor Riley & wife Satasha of Peru, IN; brother, John Baldock & wife Tara of Highland; sister, Cathy & husband Kevin Kern of Vandalia; grandchildren, Alivia, Elijah, Raeleigh, Arianna, Bruce, Damian; and numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, & friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Joe Riley; step-father, William H. “Bill” Walker; and sister Debra Taylor.
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