Raymond K. Riley – Finleyville, formerly of McKeesport
Obituaries
December 22, 2020

Raymond K. Riley – Finleyville, formerly of McKeesport

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Raymond K. Riley, 61, of Finleyville, formerly of McKeesport, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 19, 2020, at the home of his daughter and son in-law, Jaclyn and Ben. He was born in McKeesport on July 31, 1959, son of the late Robert L. Riley and the late Rita M. McCusker Prescott. In addition to his parents, Ray was preceded in death by his stepfather, Fred Prescott. Ray liked to travel and enjoyed spending time with his family. Surviving to cherish his memory are his two children, Justin Riley of Bethel Park and Jaclyn Riley-Fetchen and husband Ben of Finleyville; two grandchildren, Michael Riley and Natalie Riley; three brothers, Robert, Thomas and Greg; several nieces and nephews; and his faithful canine companion, Axel. The family will receive friends from 4:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2020, at DANIEL F. BEKAVAC FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, 4504 Walnut St., McKeesport, PA 15132, 412-678-3454. A service will be held in the funeral home at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 23, 2020. Interment will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, North Versailles. Arrangements were entrusted to ANTHONY L. MASSAFRA FUNERAL ME AND CREMATION SERVICE INC., 40 Second St. Ext., Carroll Township/Donora, PA 15033, 724-379-6900. In order to be compliant with the new “norm” of COVID-19 restrictions, attendance will be limited to 10 people at any given time inside the funeral home. Guests are asked to obey social distancing guidelines and personal protection guidelines which includes wearing masks within the funeral home. Guests may be asked to limit their visitation times so that all visitors will have the opportunity to pay their respects. Thank you. Due to the pandemic, Ray’s family will be hosting his viewing not only in person but on Zoom as well, so that friends and relatives who are unable to attend may have an opportunity to pay their respects and are invited to visit https://fb.me/e/10/EsoyeHZ for further information. Memorial contributions can be made to no-kill animal shelters in Mr. Riley’s name. To share a condolence please visit www.massafrafuneralhome.com.

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