Kendle Dean Riley passed away in his home on January 7th, 2022, at the age of 69. He was born in Wichita, KS on July 30, 1952 to Melvin and Phyllis Riley. He worked as an Operations Manager at the Myriad Botanical Gardens for 30 years. In his time there, he was able to meet a few of his idols. His all-time favorite was Sir Paul McCartney. He was a tremendous sports fan and even started a legacy of three generations worth of Dodger fans. Kendle had many loves in his life: his family which he was so very proud, his sports, his music and playing guitar, and his time working at the Crystal Bridge. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Lee Wayne. He is survived by his wife, Bonnie, and sons Brian and wife Jessica, and T.J. and wife Karmen; grandchildren Owen, Ian, Mellonie and Jude; brothers Jim, his wife Brenda, and Rick as well as a host of a loving nieces, nephews, friends and extended family. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.billmerrittfuneralservice.com for the Riley family. A Celebration of life will be 2pm Thursday, January 13, 2022 at Bill Merritt Funeral Service.
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