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Francis David Riley

March 23, 1932 - April 28, 2022

Francis David Riley, age 90, of Madison Heights, passed away on April 28, 2022. Beloved husband of Patricia (née Cuda). Loving father Pati Jane (Richard) Burson, Nathan (Julie) Riley, Judy (Shawn) Cavanaugh, Nicole (Kevin) Ciarlone, and the late Timothy Riley, Thomas Riley, and Andrew Riley. Proud grandfather of many. Francis graduated from Shrine High School in 1951. He then began his undergraduate studies at University of Detroit Mercy, but soon left to serve in the U.S. Navy. When he returned to Detroit, he resumed his studies at Wayne State University and earned both bachelor's and master's degrees. He then began a long career first with Chrysler Corporation and then retiring from General Dynamics. In his free time, Francis enjoyed summers riding his motorcycle, listening to classical music and following the Detroit Tigers. He was also a longtime member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles. Over years past, he and Patricia particularly enjoyed spending winters in Florida. Visitation will take place on Wednesday, May 4, from 4 p.m. until time of service, 7 p.m., at Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Home, 705 W. 11 Mile Rd. (4 blocks east of Woodward), Royal Oak. Memorial contributions in Francis' memory can be directed to Hospice of Michigan. Share a memory at www.SullivanFuneralDirectors.com.

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Francis David Riley, age 90, of Madison Heights, passed away on April 28, 2022. Beloved husband of Patricia (née Cuda). Loving father Pati Jane (Richard) Burson, Nathan (Julie) Riley, Judy (Shawn) Cavanaugh, Nicole (Kevin) Ciarlone, and the... View Obituary & Service Information

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