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The obituary notice of William (Bill) RILEY

Accrington | Published in: Accrington Observer. Notable areas: Blackburn, Oswaldtwistle

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WilliamRILEYIt is with great sadness that we announce that William Riley of Fern Avenue, Oswaldtwistle, best known to many as Bill, passed away on Saturday 24th October, aged 83 years.

He sadly leaves behind his beloved wife Sandra, his much-loved son John, his adored grandson Ben and loving daughter-in-law Donna. Bill will be very sadly missed by all his loving family and friends.

A celebration of life service will be held at 3.00pm, on Monday 9th November 2026, at Accrington Crematorium.

Family flowers only please, with donations in memory of Bill being gratefully received for either Alzheimer's Research or the British Heart Foundation.

Further enquiries please to Barton & Hallworth Funeral Service, The Old Foxhill, 136 - 8 Union Road, Oswaldtwistle, BB5 3DR. Tel: 01254 390542
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God bless!!
Donation left by Delphine Rodriguez Riley
31/10/2026
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God bless!!
Donation left by Delphine Rodriguez Riley
31/10/2026
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You broke the mould, Bill! I've never met a person as kind, jolly and loving as you. You formed the perfect family with Sandra, John, Donna and Ben, a family to admire. I'm so proud to be able to say you were my uncle. Night and God bless!!

Delphine, José, Sara, Alejandro y Diego
Delphine A Rodriguez Riley
31/10/2026
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Delphine A Rodriguez Riley
31/10/2026
Amazing neighbour will miss the chats we had over the fence. rip
Keith Berry
30/10/2026
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Keith Berry
30/10/2026
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29/10/2026
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Donation left by Lucy Drinkwater
29/10/2026
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Miss you so much dad x
John Riley
29/10/2026
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29/10/2026