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Nathan Riles Obituary

Riles Sr.
NATHAN LEE RILES SR.
April 4, 1935- June 27, 2018
Mr. Nathan Lee Riles Sr. of Colorado Springs, CO, passed away on Wednesday, June 27th, 2018 at the age of 83.
Nathan was born to parents Jonas J. and Ethel Mae Riles on April 4th, 1935 in Philadelphia, PA. He grew up as the youngest of two and attended Benjamin Franklin High School before enlisting in the United States Marines. He later transferred to the United States Air Force and retired in 1977. He immediately took a civil service position from which he also retired. His military awards included an Air Force Good Conduct Medal with Three Oak Leaf Clusters, a Joint Service Commendation Medal, and an Air Force Commendation Medal.
Nathan is survived by his wife of 63 years, Claydene Narcissus (Johns) Riles, six children Nathan Lee Riles, Jr., Christopher Allen Riles, Jeffery Maurice Riles, Jerald Marteen Riles, Eric Lee Riles and Charla Anne (Riles) Coleman as well as 22 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.

Published by The Gazette on Jul. 8, 2018.
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Mr. Riles was a very positive person. He would brighen up my days on many occassions. His laughter will truly be missed.

Gene Buckins Jr.

July 15, 2018

My Daddy will always be my first hero. It is so hard to believe he is gone....somehow, I just always felt sure my Daddy would be here with us. What an absolutely amazing husband, father, Grandpa, leader, and Patriarch who was such a force to be reckoned with! The longest privilege I've had besides being a Riles, is to have had the honor of being my Daddy's little girl. I miss him so, and am thankful that his legacy lives on through our family.
I know he is resting well. We will see you in glory some day, Daddy. Until then, I will never stop missing you. Love, Charla Anne

Charla Riles-Coleman

July 11, 2018

The world has lost a lovely soul. Never met someone that could light up a room like Nate. Talking to him about music from the good old days was joyous. Got him into the computer age and became his tech support. I truly miss those calls. Will also miss my Hawaii calendars on Christmas. Love you Nate...always...

David "Mel" Melancon

July 8, 2018

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