Terry Blaine Riley

Terry Blaine Riley entered into rest May 16, 2024.  Terry was born to Cyril and Roselba Riley October 4, 1934 in Tower.  He was the second son of a family of eight boys.  As a young man, he greatly enjoyed calling square dances, often singing his calls and dancing the jitterbug when not working. Most everyone who knew Terry has shared a song or a dance with him!  

Terry began his work life as a climber for an electric company, but upon marrying it was decided he should change his line of work and he spent the next 50 years as an insurance agent, retiring from his own agency, R&A Insurance.  

An incredi

bly social guy who truly cared about those around him and made sure they knew they were valued, he excelled in his career.  He especially enjoyed his church clients, spending many weekends with his wife, Charlotte, visiting the Detroit area churches. 

Terry married Charlotte Hart March 10, 1956, and was the proud father of two children, Kevin and Yolonda; grandfather to Rachel, Ryan, Allyson, Kaitlynn and Quinn; and great-grandpa to Tatum, Macie, Aurora and Mason. 

Terry is survived by four brothers, Wayne, Ted, Roy and Tom; and preceded in death by three brothers, Marvin, Cyril and David.