Evelyn Marie Riley, 72, passed away on April 3, 2025, in Batesville, AR. She was born on September 24, 1952, in Cushman, AR, to the late Clarence Benton and Laneal (Winkle) Benton. Evelyn was a housewife most of her life, but she also worked at White Rodgers for several years. She liked fishing, crafting, and attending craft shows. Evelyn was very involved with her family and enjoyed family reunions. She loved her family more than anything in the world.

Evelyn is survived by her husband of fifty-seven years, Dennis Riley; sons, Phillip Riley, David Riley, and Carter Riley; daughter, Alexis Riley; granddaughter, Lalanah Harper; and sisters, Linda McPherson and Laura Roberson. She is preceded in death by her parents; son, Chance Skinner Riley; brother, Wayne Benton; and sister, Mary Jo Hurley.

There will be a visitation held at Willis Funeral Service Chapel on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, from 12 PM until 2 PM. The funeral service, officiated by Brother Carl Blankenship, will begin at 2 PM. Interment will follow at Pleasant Valley Cemetery in Cushman, AR.