Dorothy “Dot” Ann Riley, 95, of Atlanta, formerly of Russellville, passed away on July 29, 2025, at her home.
Dot was born on Sept. 15, 1929, in Ballard County to the late Vera Mae Moss Gilliam and the late Joe Heber Gilliam. The family moved to Russellville in 1930. She worked as a bookkeeper at the Russellville bus station for many years, eventually becoming a full-time homemaker. She was a lifelong member of the United Methodist Temple.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Perry Miller Riley; her sister, Mary Jo Dew; and her brothers, Paul Gilliam and Ralph Gilliam.
Dot is survived by her nephew and caregiver, Kevin Dew (Hal Platt) of Atlanta; many nieces and nephews; and her loving caregivers, Beverly, Jackie, June, and Lydia.
Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Aug. 9, at Summers and Son Funeral Home, followed by a graveside service at 12:30 in Maple Grove Cemetery with the Rev. Michael Nichols officiating. A Celebration of Life will be held in Atlanta at a later date.
Memorial donations may be made to the United Methodist Temple, 395 S. Main Street, Russellville.