William "Cy" Riley

July 24, 1943 - February 19, 2009

Mattoon-William 'Cy' Riley, age 65, of Mattoon, IL, formerly of Shelbyville, IL, passed away at 7:30 a.m., Thursday, February 19, 2009 at his residence. \r\n\r\nA celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2009, from 3:00-5:00 p.m., at the home of Sarah Pesola-Miller, 1116 Stinson Avenue, Mattoon, IL 61938. Mitchell-Jerdan Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.\r\n\r\nMr. Riley was born July 24, 1943, in Dugger, IN, the son of Cyril G. and Sarah L. Riley. He married Dorothy J. Blackwell in Shelbyville, IL, in August of 1972. She passed away in 1999. Survivors include a sister, Sue Bolen and husband Mike of Mattoon, IL; two nieces, Sarah Pesola-Miller of Mattoon, IL, and Penny Schrock of Mattoon, IL; a great nephew, Leif Pesola; two great nieces, Erika Pesola and Jennifer Ronstadt; and a great-great nephew, Jude Pesola. In addition to his wife, he was preceded in death by his parents. \r\n\r\nCy was a fan of science fiction books, took pleasure in golfing and woodworking, and was an avid dog lover. He enjoyed Jazz music, cooking, and gardening. In his earlier years, he was quite the outdoorsman and enjoyed boating, hunting, and fishing.\r\n\r\nPlease visit www.mitchell-jerdan.com to light a virtual candle in his honor or share your thoughts with his family.\r\n