Livonia: At age 82, Irene passed peacefully on February 12, 2022 at the Teresa House in Geneseo, NY. She was born on September 30, 1939 in Brooklyn, NY to the late Borger and Mildred (Urgalis) Borgersen. In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her brother Robert Borgersen. Survived by her husband of 53 years, Donald Riley and children; Clifton Woodford of FL, Terri (Fredi) Bauert of NC, Laurie (Bruce Cauder) Woodford of OK, and Donna (Doug) Sheesley of Greece; 7 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.
Irene graduated from Schodack High School in 1957 and furthered her education with her nursing degree. She was a registered nurse at St. John’s Home in Rochester, NY for many years. Family and friends were always very important to Irene.
A private graveside service will be held in the spring at Temple Hill Cemetery in Geneseo, NY. Memorial contributions may be made in her memory to the Livonia Ambulance, PO Box 8, Livonia, NY 14487. To send a condolence or share a memory please visit: www.doughertyfuneralhomes.com
Dear Don, Donna, Cliff, Terri, and Laurie,
Thinking of you all and asking “The God of all comfort” to uphold you in His infinite and personal embrace, addressing your innermost needs.
We recall fond times with you eons ago (1970’s/80’s), still caring about how you’re doing in this current wild world.
Hugs to all of you!! I have such fond and fun memories of time spent at your home. Many laughs with Mrs Riley and learning you need to have applesauce with pork chops. She allowed me to use her car, a green Dodge Dart to take my road test in. If she hadn’t I would not have been able to get that done. I remember her lovely laugh and hugs she freely gave to me.
I pray that the Lord blesses you all with peace that passes all understanding during your journey of learning to live without her around. May the hole that you feel in your hearts be filled with the happy memories you have shared.
Our sincere condolences on John’s beloved Irene, sending comforting thoughts and prayers. Ed & Leslie Sharpe
It was nice to meet you all . Take care of yourself Please
I remember Irene as a lovely, sweet person. Sorry for your loss.
Dear Don,
I am sorry to learn of Irene’s passing. I remember when we were both going
through cancer seeing you at Borg & Ide a few years ago. I offer you my sincere
condolences. I hope you find your balance looking to the Lord to guide your
future.
Lonnie Ziegler Westfall
I am so sorry to hear of Mrs. Riley’s passing. Growing up, she was like a second mom to me. I have many happy memories from dpending time at the Woodford/Riley home. My deepest confolences to the family.
Don,
We are so sorry to hear of Irene’s passing. We are thinking of you and are
missing Irene as well. Remembering the fun times with you and Irene,
the Turners and LeMoynes at the summer bonfires. God bless you Don.
Jim and Sue Slocum
Don and family.. so sorry to hear about Irene’s passing. We hope you are doing okay.
To Don and family –
So sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely, Judy Wunder Brennan