Robert Kent Riley was born March 18, 1950, in Milford, and passed away in Lincoln on Sept. 24, 2025.
He worked as an electrician, building a career in both commercial and residential electrical work. He also drove a truck for numerous years. Robert was known for his strong work ethic and dedication to his work. Robert married Kathy Stutzman on Dec. 9, 1967, and from this union, four children were born: Eric, Mike, Justin, and Joel. He enjoyed spending time outdoors, especially fishing, woodworking, and gardening. He often built bird houses, dog houses and windmills by hand.
He is survived by his wife, Kathy Riley, sons, Eric (Tess) Riley, Mike (Kristy) Riley, Justin Riley, and Joel Riley; nine grandchildren, Kayla, Conner, Joanna, Mekenzie, Paige, Colton, Lexi, Ceirra, and Samuel; one great-grandchild, Novah; sisters, Sandra (Thor) Christiansen, Seattle Washington, Arlene (Kent) Roth, Hutchison, Kansas, and Cindy Carpenter, Milford; brothers and sisters-in-law, Peg Maple, Audrey (Dale) Wehinkle, Jeff (Jeanne) Stutzman, Marcy (Steve) Fougeron, Cindy (Craig) Eberspacher, and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Harvey and Lois Riley; brother, Rex Riley; parents-in-law, Merle and Arlene Stutzman; and Jeff Maple, Russ Riley, Courtney Pohlman and Jill Stutzman.
A visitation will be Sunday, Sept. 28, from 4: – 6 p.m. at the Milford Mennonite Church. A Celebration of Life service will be Monday, Sept. 29, at 1 p.m. at the same location. There will be a private family graveside service at the Milford Mennonite Cemetery. Memorial contributions are suggested in care of the family for a future designation.
Arrangements by Lauber Funeral Home and Cremation Services.
