IN LOVING MEMORY OF
Robert G.
Riale
March 14, 1932 – September 13, 2024
Robert G. Riale, of Felton, went to his eternal home on Friday, September 13, 2024, at the age of 92. He was the beloved husband of the late Linda J. (Flinchbaugh) Riale, who died on January 21, 2023.
Born at home in Brogue on March 14, 1932, Robert was the son of the late John Russel and Evelyn (Gemmill) Riale. A graduate of Red Lion High School, Class of 1949, he worked as a truck driver, transporting milk in cans from various farms in Southern York County to Delta. Later, he retired from the House of Windsor Cigar Company in Yoe, where he served as a part-owner and maintenance mechanic. Robert had a passion for hunting, fishing, and flying his Tri-Pacer airplane. He was often found socializing at the Brogue General Store and was deeply involved in the lives of his grandchildren, frequently offering his "daycare services." A longtime member of New Harmony Presbyterian Church, he had recently joined New Hope Presbyterian Church.
Robert is survived by his daughter, Rebecca S. Dorsey, and her husband Jeffrey of Stewartstown; his son, Andrew J. Riale, and his wife Beth of Felton; and his grandchildren, Lily K. Martin (Alex) of Harrisburg, Daniel J. Riale of Felton, Grace E. Dorsey, Ethan R. Dorsey, and Claire E. Dorsey, all of Stewartstown. He is also survived by his sister, Linda Leiphart, and her husband Kenny of Brogue; as well as his sister-in-law, Barbara Riale of York. He was preceded in death by his brother, William Riale.
A visitation will be held on Friday, September 20, from 9:00 am to 11:00 am at New Harmony Presbyterian Church, 2295 Delta Rd., Brogue, PA 17309. A funeral service will begin at 11:00 am with Rev. Doug P. Royer officiating. Burial will follow in New Harmony Presbyterian Church Cemetery. Wagner-Elfner and Burg Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Inc., 134 W. Broadway, Red Lion, is assisting the family with arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Robert's memory may be offered to the New Hope Presbyterian Church Building Fund, PO Box 146, Brogue, PA 17309.
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