Riley's obituary
Riley Burton Boles Jr., 55, of Marquette, passed away February 27, 2026, at Norlite Nursing Center after a battle with cancer.
Riley was born on January 3, 1971, in Elgin, Illinois, and grew up in St. Charles before moving to Michigan. There, he married the love of his life, Melissa Boles. Riley loved watching wrestling and listening to music, enjoyed cooking (especially on the grill), and cared for his family.
Riley is survived by 6 children: Ashley, Frank, Malynda, Caine, Derek, and Aaron; and 6 grandchildren: Ashton, Alijah, Xandaan, Sophia, Mickey and Eliza.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Melissa Boles; his father, Riley Boles Sr.; his mother, Virginia Boles; his mother-in-law, Terry Bushey; and his grandchild, Avery.
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