Riley Strain Obituary

Constance w

I didn't know him or his family personally but as a nashville native I am so truly sorry for your loss and my condolences

Debby Quinn

To all who loved Riley..... I don´t know any of you but followed Riley´s story from day one. My heart is broken for you all and I do understand. I lost my only child, Dan, seven years ago. I know the heartbreak and all I can say is I´m so sorry one more family will go through what mine has. There´s so much I´d like to say, but now isn´t the time. So for now, I send my love and prayers to you all. Riley seemed like a great young man. May he REST IN PARADISE ...

Leslie S

Prayers for yall all!

Sherri Guerrette

I followed the story of Riley from day one and kept hoping everyday he would be found safe. Was so sad to hear that was not the outcome. So very sorry for your loss.

Staci Ambrose

My heartfelt condolences to Riley's parents, family and friends. I am so sorry to see the videos of this young man wandering the streets of Nashville lost and confused. I live in TN and am so very sorry of the outcome. Rest in Peace Riley Strain.

Maria Garza

My condolences momma, family, I too kepted up with story from day one. Riley warm smile was something that touched my soul. I lost my 19 yr old son 23 years ago . Sending warm hugs mom. Heaven is beautiful.
Rip Riley... Texas

Suzie Ritter

I didn´t know Riley personally, but he became a beloved member of all our families. I followed each and every post from day one of his sad journey. This young man touched all our hearts deeply. To his family I wish you peace, love and light. To Riley, rest in eternal peace young man. You´re safe and home now

Stacey Holland

I am a resident in Nashville. This young man´s face haunts me. I am so sorry for the hometown I was raised in is not the same place anymore. The family, friends and anyone that is Riley´s family my heart and prayers goes out to each and every one of you.

Kathy Jordan

I did not know Riley but I saw the news stories about him. I feel like he was a beautiful and gentle soul. I loved him as a brother in Christ. He reminded me so much of my grandson. He became everybody's son, grandson, friend, brother. My condolences to the family. May the good Lord bless you with this peace and comfort.

Angie Browne

May god lift your family during this this difficult time
Mrs Browne Galena Mo .

Tammy

Rest in Peace Riley Strain! My Heart & Prayers are with You & Your family at this difficult time! From Maine! #Rileystrong

Carson Loveless

Condolences to his family and his friends

Elizabeth Tinoco

I didn´t know him personally or his family but I felt like I did following the news praying for him . I praying for his family in this difficult time. Rest in peace Riley

Gaylene

We didn´t know Riley but his story has touched so many people. May he forever rest in peace. Praying for his Momma and the rest of his family and friends that he forever live on in your hearts and memories.

Susan Kovalinsky

Susan Kovalinsky

I never met Riley, but the news stories and footage which began after he went missing on March 8 touched me, and countless others, deeply. My heartfelt condolences to his family and loved ones.

Karen west

I didn't know riley personal but following he's story made me grow close to him my thoughts and prayers go out he's family

Victoria Alford

God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Madison Christine

I did not know Riley personally or any family but I closely followed his story and felt like I grew to know him. You can tell he was such a kind soul with an immense amount of love for him. May the family be filled with strength & comfort through this tough time. Rest in Peace Riley.

Denise

I did not know your family but I have prayed every day for you and your family rest in heaven sweet boy

Cindy

I did not know your family but I have prayed every day for you and your family rest in heaven sweet boy

Alison

Riley´s story had my attention and prayers from the beginning. My heart breaks for his family. Michelle, I am hugging my son tight every day. I pray for comfort for you. Riley has touched the hearts of so many people who never met him.

Kristina Bowman

I think about you guys everyone day when I found out about your son I only have one child too so I can understand what you guys going through I hope you guys find closer for your son you guys are in my thoughts and prayers I just wish I live there so I can go to his funeral

Lena Jones

I have kept up with the news about Riley the whole time. I was so saddened about his missing and death. I really felt sad for his family. He was such a fine looking young man. I said several prayers on Riley's behalf. May God give you all comfort and peace, I send my deepest sympathy.

Michelle Berube

I am so horribly sorry for your loss. You´re in our prayers!

Dorothy Cope

Your family have been in my thoughts and prayers since all of this started. I´m so very sorry for your loss.

Belinda K McLain

I'm so sorry for your loss of Riley I did not know him but followed his story from day 1 and hoped for a better outcome. My thoughts and prayers are with you all RIP Riley I didn't know you but I loved you!!! Fly High and watch over your Mama always
Belinda McLain from Mississippi

Monica dennis

Sorry for the loss of your son Riley, I have a son myself , I been praying for your family

Lynn Murphy

I, too, am a Mother who followed Riley´s story since day one. I have prayed & will continue to pray for you. No words can ease your pain but may God give you peace & comfort. Every time I wear green I will think of Riley. Much love.

Tamara L Apple

I do not know this young man personally. I only know of him. Just simply put. Prayers for him, his family and friends.

Mary Narey

My deepest condolences to you and your family. I am so terribly sorry for your loss. I feel like I knew Riley. Rest easy Riley, your work here is done. You brought out the best in people. God Bless. Love from Pittsburgh.

Julie Amos

I didn´t know Riley but something in his warm smile drew my heart to him. It seems so unfair that a family can raise such a fine young man with such a bright future to only have him snatched away in the blink of an eye. If anything good comes from this tragedy , let it be that friends always make sure their friends are safe. My heart goes out to all of his friends and family. Rest In Piece Riley Ray Strain.

Brandon Klebba

This is such a a really sad story of this 22 year old Riley loosing his life at a young age.He was a very smart young man.I will be praying for the family.

Brandon Klebba

This is so sad this 22 year old Riley lost his life at a young age.He had a lot going for him.Sorry for your lost.

Susan Oncken

The love of friends and family carry you through your grief. I am so sorry for your loss. I live in Columbia Mo. I had followed since day one of this tragedy. Prayers

Jessica Harper

I did not know Riley, but followed his story from day one. Prayed from day one for a better outcome. I now pray that you all as a family have peace in your hearts. And know that there are so many praying for you all around the world.
Fly High, Riley soar as far East is to the West.
Love From Michigan

Kandi Bastianelli

I did not know Riley, but followed his story. I prayed for a better outcome. My heart breaks for you all. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family, friends and millions around the world, who are praying for you all. Love from West Virginia.

Jessica Lock

I don´t know the family and I didn´t know Riley but my condolences and prayers go up to mom and dad and the rest of the family and especially his friends. I´m so sorry for your losses. May he rest in peace

Tammy Wilson

I didn´t know Riley or your precious family but have followed the story since day one from Manchester, TN just an hour south of Nashville. Everyone was praying for a different outcome. I lost my 30 yr old son 5 yrs ago and I send you peace and love for the days, months, and years to come. One day at a time is all we can do. Now we spend the rest of our lives honoring their short lives and making sure their name is said and they are never forgotten. Please know that there are so many thinking of you and your sweet angel during this most difficult time. Riley was obviously a shining light and so loved by many. That light and love will be bright forever!

Lisa bowes

Everyone was worried for Riley he felt like our Family even though we never met you could tell he was an amazing person he was going to have a fantastic future We will forever Remember Riley forever young with a heart of gold. will be wearing green in his honour tomorrow.. Thinking of his Family at this sad time may people help them in days weeks and help them remember all the good times of Riley words cannot express how heartbroken we are for you all love from Lisa Bowes Noel and Family

Mellissa Mckinney

Riley has brought the world together. He has made a impact on many young teens not to ever leave friends behind. His memory will live on forever. I hope you find strenght and profound peace in the days ahead.

Robert & Myrna Tessitore

Nancy Winstead

I didn´t know you or your son Riley but my heart aches for all of you as I am
Mother and cannot imagine how you are feeling! Wishing your lots prayers and my sincere condolences for your loss!

Holly Quarles

I didn't know Riley personally but watching the story day by day of him, my heart became attached to him and his family. Rest easy Riley, many hugs and Prayers for your family

Karen

I didn´t know you but my heart went out to you and your Family I can tell you were a nice young man prayers for the Family in the days to come I stayed on top of this story and the morning of your body being recovered broke my heart this wasn´t the outcome we was all praying for God had other plans for you Riley.. one day this will all make sense.. Fly High Buddy from: Gallatin TN,

Mary Jo Gallagher

From East Greenville, PA: I watched this story from the first day he went missing. My heart aches for you and I pray for peace and strength for you to get through. I too have been to Nashville but now it will always remind me of Riley. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this difficult time. I can say this affected all mommas out there as well and I sure will hug my sons more tightly. I didn´t know Riley, but he will never be forgotten.

Rob Schrader

Eternal rest grant unto to Riley O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed through the mercy of God rest in peace. Amen.

Teresa F Idlett

All the way from South Carolina my Brother Rick and I closely watched his Story as it unfolded. Our hearts are absolutely broken but still with your Family as all this unfolds. I pray for Peace for you and your Family. His Story will never be Forgotten by this State. Much Love, Teresa Idlett

Stephanie Willhoite

I pray for your family daily, even though I did not know you Riley you touched my heart. In your honor my daughter Abigail who is your age, will be graduating Western Kentucky University College in May and she and some friends will be wearing "green ribbons" in your honor. You are not forgotten! May you rest in peace and prayers for your family. Love from Stephanie and Abigail Kentucky.

Trina Deforge

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Sherry

. As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends

Kelli Reilly

My heart goes out to Riley's family and I pray for Riley's peace in Heaven. Riley deeply touched my heart. He and my son are just four months apart in age, so I felt an immediate connection to him and his story. Riley and his family remain in my prayers. May the memories of him bring peace and comfort to his family and friends. Sleep with the angels, young man.

Sandy Brakke

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Lisa Karcher

I didn't know Riley but have been following the story from Chicago. I love Nashville but now a part of me will always think of Riley. As a mom my heart breaks for the entire family . RIP to your sweet boy!

Nikki Gibson

Prayers for Riley´s family

Monica dennis

To the family-Sorry for your loss of Riley, I didn't know him but I been praying for your family and for Riley when he went missing, you will see him one day again,

Pat Chapman

To Rileys Family and Loved ones: My thoughts and prayers continue to go out to You.Praying Numbers 6:24-26 over each one of You.God bless You.

Sherry Musick

I´m heartbroken with the loss of Riley. My grandson knew Riley from kindergarten through graduation at Kickapoo. They were still friends. Loss was very hard on my grandson. Riley was a beautiful young man to be proud of. Prayers for his family.

Lisa Motes

Riley you are a shooting star. My heart goes out to your beautiful mother and family.

Kathleen

I didn't know Riley but felt the sorrow for his family ... followed the story and felt like I did....as a mother was heartbroken for Riley wish had turned out better for him...was in Nashville right before he was and and knew all the places he had been...was very hard to take in.. sending thoughts and prayers to his mom and family...many hugs to his mother.

In memory of Riley Strain

Sylvie Tremblay

I did not know Riley but he touched my heart all the way from New Brunswick, Canada, following fhis story. Very sad, I would like to send Condolences to his family and I hope you find all the missing puzzles to this story. Stay strong and RIP Riley

Kathryn Huffman

I never met you Riley, however I live in Nashville and was in the ground with the searches. You will be dearly missed and I pray for your family and friends. My heart breaks for you all and please know we are thinking of you all. God Bless

Lori

I didn´t know Riley but he touched my heart so deeply. My heart is broken for you all. My deepest sympathy. Quote from Winnie the Pooh "If there ever comes a day when we can´t be together, keep me in your heart, I´ll stay there forever " Riley will Always be there in your heart . He will never be forgotten. May you rest in peace Riley. Hugs for mom dad and family.

Judith Soltess

I did not know Riley ..when his story made the news here in Michigan ..I started praying for his family . He was such a handsome young man.I am so sorry for your loss. Riley had so much potential. His smile was so beautiful! I continue to pray . RIP Riley ..you will not be forgotten!

Jan Westbrook

Stayed with Riley,s♡ search til end..my heart ❤ is been praying for you all. Mom of Riley Strain ♡

Rebecca Mason

I did not know Riley but just by following his story I could see that he was and will continue to be a shining light for so many a beautiful soul Prayers, hugs and love to his family.

Christine Womack

I didn´t know you Riley, but you´ve certainly touched my heart & my heart breaks for your mom & family. I hope you´re flying high! Rest in peace Riley! We will all be together again one fine day

Tina Trent

Followed search from day 1

Luke Manning

I didn´t know Riley but I live in Nashville and followed the story & search very closely. I´m so sorry for your loss, my heart goes out to y´all. Riley seemed like an amazing person. Prayers. Fly high Riley!

Suzanne Kelch

So incredibly sad! May the Good Lord help you in your time of need! God speed Riley

Ashtyn

I didn´t know you, but you´ve touched my heart & my heart breaks for ur mom & family. I hope you´re flying high! Rest easy Riley!

Robin DeWitt

My condolences go out to your family RIP Riley you will never be forgotten and always and forever in our hearts

Malgorzata Walos

Today and always, may loving memories bring you peace, comfort, and strength. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. I am so sorry for your loss.

Lisa D Bryant

I never knew him personally but I was there in spirit. His smile was contagious and he was a beautiful soul!! RIP Riley!!!

Theresa Alexander

I didn´t know you but my heart went out to you and your Family I can tell you were a nice young man prayers for the Family in the days to come

Mary White

I’m so very sorry for the loss of your beloved son Riley. I watched his search and recovery from the beginning and I prayed for him and your family everyday. I have kids of my own around his age and my heart truly breaksfor you all. I hope you get all the answers you deserve and some closure so you can start to heal. Riley is forever in your hearts and ours around the world. RIPRILEY

Monica Sidorchuk

Sending love and lite from Florida. Riley will always be in my heart. If only we could "Do Over" and " turn back time" having the outcome everyone prayed for. This should never have happened.

Paula Roddy

May Riley R.I.P.
Heartfelt sympathy to all his family and friends
Sincere sympathy
Paula Roddy

Granny Z.

Although I did not know Riley except through the media, he and your family were in my prayers. He actually became a lost son to America. I know many people feel this way. May God´s presence hover near to you, his family. Sincerely, A praying great grandmother from Virginia.

Rachel Call

As a native of Mid-Missouri and now a Tennessee resident, I followed Riley´s search and rescue. I didn´t know Riley, but he sounds like a remarkable young man. May he rest in peace. I pray god gives your family comfort during this difficult time.

Lisa Robyn Hartley

My condolences go out to your family RIP Riley you will never be forgotten and always and forever in our hearts

Josie

I live in Daytona Beach and I have followed Riley´s story since day one and my heart and prayers go out to the family and most of all to Riley. I wanted so badly to get in my car and come to Nashville to help look for him before he was found. He was heavy on my heart every single day. Such a tragedy and so heartbreaking. Words can´t express how sorry I am for your loss. He seemed like an amazing young man.

Krissy Ballard

My deepest condolences. Riley was a remarkable young man.

Rosalind

I am from Louisiana and I was following the story of Riley and I´m so very sorry for what happened to him. I don´t know him personally, but he looks like a nice loving Young man. Im sending my deepest condolence to his family, and I´m praying for his mom and dad. I pray you get answers to what ever you need. Just know he was well loved not only by his family, but by people who came to know him. I´ve been watching it since day one and I woke up every morning checking the news to see if he´s been found and this was not the outcome I wanted to see. R.I.P. Riley Fly high

David Hooks

My condolences and prayers go out to you all on this tremendous loss.

Amber Griffis

God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jennifer Morgan

Prayers to this precious family! May god wrap his arms around you all and give you comfort!

tammy owen

Neaver meet him but I feel I knew him, my heart has been hurting for him the whole time he was missing. My heart goes out to his precious mother and family. I pray for peace. From all that I have read he must of been a great friend to everyone around him. From one mother of a 21 year old to another I give you love and peace in the months and years to come .

Jodi Barth

I am from Ohio. I have followed Riley's story since his disappearence in Nashville I prayed so hard that he would be found safe . My heart just aches to see such a young man's life end way before his time,and such a beautiful smile. My prayers will be with the ones left behind.
R.I.P RILEY .I did not know you,but I wish I could have

Debbie K

Such an incredible young man. I am very sorry for your loss. Keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers.

Queen Family

Very deepest sympathy from Ohio.

Rachel Rothgeb Johnson

So very sorry for your loss. It is all just so incredibly sad.

Michael Mannis

No memory sadly wish I did get too know him and call him as a friend so sorry Riley

Michael mannnis

No memory but wish I knew you felt like I did know you

Dana Broadford Mansfield Ma.

Didnt know him but i bet he will make. an awesome angel!

Nancy

I don´t know you but have been following your sons story and wanted to offer my sincere condolences on your loss!

Rachel Joy Scott

I didn't know him. Sounds like a young vibrant student with his whole life ahead of him. So very sorry. My thoughts and prayers go out to Riley's family and friends.

Esther George

Every Christmas I would buy cookie tins of shortbread cookies and make sure he got 1, usually 2 tins. What a sweet young man.