Riley, Jacqueline Kay Whitman

Passed: 2012-07-09

Age: 72

Source: Ravenswood News

Death Notice:

Obituary Date: 2012-07-12

Information: Jacqueline Kay Riley, 72, a longtime resident of Morgantown, was called to her eternal home on Monday, July 9, 2012, at her home.  Jacqueline was born in Ripley WV on April 29, 1940 to the late Samuel and Mary McFarlane Whitman.  Jacqueline was a veteran of the United States Army and served our country as a Registered Nurse during the Vietnam War.  Jacqueline was an alumnus of Alderson-Broaddus College where she earned her degree as a Registered Nurse.  She later earned her Master's Degree in Nursing from the University of Florida.  Jacqueline later served as the Assistant Dean of Nursing at West Virginia University and was a member of WVU Alumni Association.  Mrs. Riley was a member of the Spruce Street United Methodist Church.     Jacqueline is survived by her daughter, Kathryn Foyles and her husband Kenny of Morgantown; two sons, Bert Riley and his wife Donna of Denver NC and Sam Riley of Morgantown; three grandchildren, Randi Mallett, Justice Riley and Storm Hughey; three great-grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, and friends.  In additon to her parents, Jacqueline was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Riley, who passed away in 2008; and one brother, William ""Buck"" Whitman.  Friends may call at McCulla Funeral Home on Thursday, July 12, 2012, from 2-4 and 6-8 pm.  Funeral services will be held on Thursday, July 12, at 8 pm.  Cremation services will be provided by McCulla Funeral Home following the services.