Mr. Riley is survived by his father Rev. Donald (Trudie) Riley of Colchester, IL., life partner Kathy Yarbrough of Cantrall, siblings: Steven Riley of Hamilton, IL., Amy (Joseph) Quaerna of Cottage Grove, WI., Donnie (Mandy) Riley of Rochester, MN., and Benjamin Riley of Colchester, IL., and eleven nieces and nephews: Matthew, Joshua, Caleb, Riley, Haley, Thomas, Lexus, Grace, Logan, Olivia and Landon. He was preceded in death by his mother Nancy Riley.
Paul was a warehouse manager for Pedi Brothers Produce. He was an avid Chicago Bears and Chicago Cubs fan and an animal lover who rescued many in need including a Canadian Goose. He was of the Methodist faith.
Cremation rites were accorded and memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Protective League, 1001 Taintor Road, Springfield, IL. 62702.