of Batesville, AR
May 21, 1939 - November 25, 2024
Vaughn Riley, 85, of Bethesda died Monday, November 25, 2024 in a local hospital.
Born in Batesville, Arkansas, on May 21, 1939, he was the son of Earl and Julia Riley. He was a retired farm/agricultural employee of the University of Arkansas Experiment Station. He was also an accomplished musician/singer/guitar player/song writer, having wrote and recorded many songs. He played in various venues surrounding the Batesville area as well as Missouri.
Survivors include his partner in life, Charlotte Hutson; one daughter, Michelle Riley (Robert); one step-daughter, LeeAnn Johnson; one step-son, Kevin Hutson; a brother, Don Riley of Cushman; thirteen grandchildren; five great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews, cousins and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Kale Riley; step-son, Shanon Porterfield; grandson, Gerry Riley; four brothers, Frank, Jimmy, Buford, and Homer, and three sisters, Vivian Richardson, Daisy Fielder, and Jolene Burrow.
Pallbearers are Robert Pueblo, Adam Jarrett, Darren Strain, Tristyn Johnson, Kyle Riley, and Michael Riley.
Graveside services will be held Friday, November 29, 2024 at 2:00pm at Barnes Cemetery in Bethesda with Larry Sellers officiating.
Visitation will be held from 12:00pm until 1:00pm on Friday at the Roller-Crouch Funeral Home.
Charlotte am so sorry for your loss, I will have you and the family in my prayers. I will be out of town for Thanksgiving.
My condolences to you Michelle and the entire family. Sending prayers.
Love you all
Charlotte, I am so sorry to hear about Vaughn. Adding you to my prayers.
Charlotte I am so sorry for your loss and I will be thinking and praying for you and your family! Love you
Even tho I'm still out of state my thoughts and prayers will be with you Charlotte and the family. May God give you comfort during this time of sadness.
Sorry for your loss love you all
Von Will be definitely missed prayers for Charlotte and the rest of the family
Peace......jb