Laverne “Cooter” Riales, 89, of Southaven, MS went to be with the Lord on June 2, 2023. Verne was born on April 14, 1934 in Como, MS. He was preceded in death by his father, Murray Gifford Riales; mother, Texie Adaline Wates Riales; brothers, Arthur Ray Riales and Art Thomas Riales; first wife, Faye Earwood Riales who passed away in 1994; and son, Danny Eugene Riales. He is survived by his wife, Patricia J. Riales; daughters: Cathy Ayers, Paula Jordan, Phyllis Heslep, and Ann Williams; 10 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. Verne served our country in the United States Army from January 4, 1956 to January 4, 1962. He retired from Mead Containers where he worked as the third shift manager. Verne had a generous spirit and was a gracious host. He enjoyed having company and frequently offered each guest refreshments more than once. Verne’s dominant spiritual gift was mercy, and his favorite pastor was Charles Stanley. Verne loved all animals and encouraged his wife, Patricia, to keep enough pet food for strays, including a family of raccoons. Verne loved to dance, fish, woodwork, and shop. He was especially known as a sharp dresser and even wore his wingtips while fishing and doing yard work. The family will receive friends for a time of visitation at Brantley Funeral Home on Sunday, June 11, 2023 from 2-4 pm. A graveside service will be held at Longtown Cemetery in Crenshaw, MS on Monday, June 12, 2023 at 11:00 am.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.brantleyfuneral.com for the Riales family.
