Robert Dale Riley, Sr.78 of Niagara Falls, NY passed away on Monday December 30, 2013. Born in Morgantown, WV, he was the son of the late C. Dale and Burris E. (Hillberry) Riley.

Robert moved to the Niagara Falls area in 1941 with his family and attended local schools. He served in the United States Navy during the Korean War where he excelled as a swimmer. He worked at Kimberly Clark Corporation in Niagara Falls, and afterwards Harrison Radiator, now Delphi in Lockport, NY until his retirement. As a young boy, Bob enjoyed horseback riding. Later on he also took interest in motorcycle ridding. Bob was an outstanding athlete and sports enthusiast who especially loved football.

Mr. Riley is survived by his son Robert D. (Mark Kempf) Riley, Jr. of Clearwater, FL, one brother James riley of Niagara Falls, NY, one sister Cheryl Incorvia of Grand Island, NY, his nieces and nephews, Christopher Scrivano, Melanie Scrivano both of Niagara Falls, NY, Stephanie Weigel of Grand Island, NY, Todd Riley, Sean Riley both of Niagara Falls, NY, Brian riley, Devin Riley and Erin Riley all of California, as well as several great-nieces and great-nephews. He was also predeceased one brother Daryl 'Skip' (Jean of California) Riley.

Family and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Service on Saturday January 4th at 11:00 a.m. at M.J. COLUCCI & SON NIAGARA FUNERAL CHAPEL 2730 MILITARY ROAD NIAGARA FALLLS, NY with Rev. Daniel Mann officiating, concluding with Military Honors. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family in Riverdale Cemetery Lewiston, NY.