To Diane, Jason and all the Family, my deepest sympathy for your loss.  Dennis was a special man always giving of himself and never asking for anything in return.  I will cherish the memories we shared on the lanes in bowling tournaments and pray that God will give you  strength  in your time of grief.

Dennis, you will be greatly missed by our Bid Euchre Group. You always had a smile for me and we talked about your work at the Bowling Alley and of course all the efforts you made for us old timers at the Seniors Club. I will miss you and especially all your kindness toward others...Maddy

Papa, you were one of the most incredible, selfless, and dedicated people I've ever known. It's clear that you made a lasting impact on everyone you met. I will forever be grateful for all the time we got to spend together. I will always cherish the laughs and memories we shared. I hope you're up there playing cards, eating ice cream, and smiling. I promise to always take care of grandma. You will always be loved.

Dennis was an inpisration , his courage , hard work, and dedication will be missed.. Our most sincere condolences to Diane and family.

Diane, Jason and family,

My most sincere sympathies in the loss of a special husband, father and grandfather.  He was so proud of all of you!   Cherish all the great family memories!  Take care of yourselves and of each other…

I have gotten to know Dennis well through the Seaway Senior Citizens’ Club.  I really enjoyed many Bid Euchre games with him..  A great player, with a twinkle in his eye and a little smirk on his face… knowing that he was was going to take you down!!   

It was amazing to watch him helping everyone, set up and dismantle the room,  reorganize the furniture, clean… all that despite his physical challenges and with a smile…

I will certainly cherish my memories of this special friend and great volunteer…

RIP Dennis!  You will be missed….

Pauline Bookhout

It’s with great sadness  to hear of one of my best friends passing Denis and I grew up together went to school together and became very close friends growing up in Martintown Ont.   Diane & Jason may the good lord give you peace comfort and strength at this difficult time. My deepest condolences to all his family and loved ones he’s finally at peace and I know in our lords  great paradise. Until we meet again Denis R.I.P.                 

     Your Buddy Charles Flaro.

There is nothing else to say because his obituary says it all. Denis was kind and wonderful man: you will be missed by many.   R,I.P. MY FRIEND.

Papa you are so loved! I will be forever grateful to grow up with you and make countless memories. You were the most selfless, caring, and inspiring man. 
Hope you are eating lots of dessert and playing cards up there. We will take care of grandma, rest in peace ❤️

To Dianne and Family

I am so shocked and saddened to hear of Dennis passing .. It still seems like yesterday we were all at the bowling lanes watching the girls and the twins bowling and having some laughs .. Dennis will always be with you all and my heart goes out to you all ❤️❤️❤️

I was saddened to hear of the passing of Dennis. I was in a room next to his at St.Joseph's Continuing Care Centre. 
To Diane, Jason and family and friends my deepest  condolences. RIP Dennis.

Diane & Jason,
So sorry to hear of Dennis passing.  He was the type of person you can never forget.  Loved putting you back in Bid Euchre.  I have never met anyone that could work the way he did.  He will be so dearly missed.
R.I.P.  my friend.

Diane sincere sympathy to you & family & his friends.  What I remember after meeting your husband he was a man with a kind heart & a smile for everyone.  He will be missed by many.  ❤️

Jason, So very sorry to hear that your Dad passed away.
Thinking of you and sending heartfelt prayers to your family. 
My Mom and Dad, Betty and Don Henry knew  him from the Wing and also send their condolences.

You were loved and will be deeply missed by everyone who knew you.

I will always remember Dennis from the Navy Club. Dennis was always in a good mood and friendly. I am so very sorry Diane and family. We will be greatly missed.  Angela & Nelson

Oh Diane, I am so sorry for your loss. Dennis was a kind soul…he will be missed.

He will forever sit in the chair beside the front table and Diane. What a beautiful man. He was fun, funny and a card shark!!!! We loved him. Our heartfelt sympathies, Diane and family-  we are grateful we had a chance to know him.          Nancy and Jim

Dennis you will be greatly missed. l loved working with you and playing darts and joking with you. Rest in Peace My Friend.

My deepest sympathy to the family and friends.

Rest in Peace Dennis. 🙏Your friend ,Jeannie Snider.  Tuesday night Jammer. 🤠🎸🎤🎼🎶🎶🎶

To Diane and family: 

My deepest sympathies🙏  

Dennis was such a kind  and caring soul. He was a joy to play cards with....funny, mischievous and  skillful. I will miss his smilling grin 😁  and his caring  ways 
REST IN PEACE  Dennis 🙏

To Diane and family,

Our deepest sympathy for your loss.

Dennis was friendly and giving to all.   Always willing to lend a hand. Truly humbled when thanked.  He was truly one of the best.

Dennis never shied away from hard work.  He was very dedicated and strive to excellence.

And Dennis was  never shy to share his Bid Euchre strategies, and he often took delight for an opportunity to euchre his opponent team.  

His  impish grin will be missed by both Ted and I.

Fay Emerton-Proulx
Friend

Condolences to the Riley families .Donna and Gary

Our deepest condolences to all the family.
We loved playing cards with him at the Lions Club in Bonville.
Had many laughs

Dianne and Family 
I am thinking of you at this time of sorrow.  We all have lovely memories of Dennis.  He was always smiling and had a great sense of humour.  Dennis was a strong and courageous man.  He was a great part of the Seaway Seniors Citizen Centre who will be sadly missed.   Know that all of us at the Centre are there for you.

OBITUARY

Dennis Riley

November 29, 1954 – March 22, 2025

Lahaie & Sullivan Cornwall Funeral Home - West Branch

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