Kathleen Jean Riley

Kathleen "Kathy" J. Riley, 58, went home to be with God on November 6, 2020. Kathy was born on November 3, 1962 in Columbus, OH to the late Edward and Mary (Bishop) Riley. She was raised in Pataskala, OH, and graduated from Watkins Memorial High School. Kathy was a dedicated mother first and foremost. She had the most caring and giving nature and brought joy to everyone around her. Kathy enjoyed gardening, bird watching and feeding wildlife. She was a loving mother, sister, aunt and friend to many and will be dearly missed. Kathy is survived by her daughter, Nicole (Matt) and a very special niece, Brooke; siblings, Edward, Mary Catherine (Jim), John (Patty); also many nieces, nephews, and many friends she considered family. She was preceded in death by her brother Milford, her sister Lenora Mae and her twin sister Geri. Memorial donations in her memory may be made to: Hospice of Central Ohio, PO Box 430, Newark, OH 43055. If you would like to share a memory of Kathy or offer a message of condolence for the family, please visit her Tribute Wall.