The following messages of condolence and symbols
have been added in memory of John.

I couldn't bring myself to say or write anything, until now.
I've lost my big brother and my big sister. It makes me sad, as I know others will be sad.
John was the rock in the wall of our family. Reliable, patient,understanding and helpful.
I will miss him and Elaine and hope they are now together with the others that have moved on. Rest in peace big fella, love you.

I was very privileged to be there today and see how much love and respect everyone had for the old man, I hope that I can be the man you raised me to be and carry on you legacy in everything I do moving forward..

Even though today was the hardest things i have been through, im gald i went through it to say my goodbyes

I love you dad.. and there isn't a day that will go by that i won't be thinking of you

Xx

Mad mike

Our condolences to you and your family Steve on the passing of your dad . Lots of love and hugs and many a happy moment and memories to cherish always x

Our thoughts are with you Del and family, on the sad loss of John. A great bloke with a huge cheeky smile, and a heart as big as he was! RIP J.R.

Love all the way from Canada.
A beautiful send off for a Great Man.

Lovely tribute to JR and his life of service and friendship to all. Take it easy big fella as we all will miss your presence.😇

My deepest condolences to all of Johns family on this sad day.
Saying goodbye to someone isnt easy, especially a wonderful, caring man like john. But i have fond memories of john back when the kids were young and spending time with his kids and jan in deanmill, his dedication to st john ambulance in town, and the time he organised a mock accident, in which i was a part of. May you rest easy John, your one hell of a great man who will be missed by all that knew you.
love from Janice and Sonya.

JR, it was a privilege to work with you and have you as my mentor. I will miss our chats and your fabulous warm hugs. Rest in peace, sending condolences and love to your family and friends 💚

To Delree and family, Peter and family, Jan and family, Andrew and family. Sending our condolences on the passing of your husband, dad, and brother John. Love Lyn and Graham Rundell

My heart is full of sorrow on the passing of John, 45 years of family, friendship, and mate. My loving thoughts are for all the families in your time of grief.
Long live our wonderful memories.
Rest in Peace John.

On behalf of the entire Exmouth Chamber committee, we would like to express our condolences to our President Steve and his entire family during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
May you find comfort and strength in the cherished memories you hold, and may your family find peace in this time of sorrow.
Please know we stand with you, and we are here for you in any way that you need.
With heartfelt sympathy.
A Royal Blue heart for your dad whom we all know is cherished very much and loved dearly.
Rip 🌿 John Riley.🌿

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Our thoughts are with you, Peter, during this heartbreaking time as you mourn the loss of your brother, John. To Sharon, Aidan, and Connor, we extend our deepest sympathies as you grieve the passing of a beloved brother-in-law and uncle. May you find comfort in the love and support of those around you and in the cherished memories you hold dear.❤️

Deepest sympathy to you Del and all family members. John's passing will have a profound affect on all who knew and admired him. With a loving family around you will always have a shoulder to lean on. Lots of love Brian & Sandra

Our hearts broke when we heard of John's passing. Our love to Delree and Family. We will miss his infectious love of life and of course his famous hugs.

John, you had the biggest, warmest hug that I have ever felt! We loved our chats and listening to your stories. A beautiful, kind & gentle man who will be greatly missed xx

It is very sad to lose John so quickly & unexpectedly. Lovely memories of a very special man who it was a joy to spend time with since he came into our family. Sincere thoughts & prayers are with you all on Monday.

Delree and family, Our deepest sympathy on the loss of a wonderful friend and neighbour who will be missed dearly. A gentle giant man in heart and soul. 😢

Condolences to Delree and family. John's friendship too many who he served with in 10LH and the RAACA Association over many years is a valued memory to us all.

Condolences to Stephen, Karen, Michael and families on the passing of your Dad and Pop. It’s a difficult time when you lose a parent. Remember the good times, the memories and the kind, loving man you dad was.
I’m sorry I can’t join you on Monday but my thoughts are with you. 🥰
Lyn Ellis

My condolences go to Delree and family of the passing of John. He was an great work mate and had time to help any time all ways a gentleman.
Taken to early.

Our condolences go to Delree and family of the passing of John. He was an amazing, caring gentle giant of a man who will be sadly missed. Our thoughts will be with you all.
Ray and Lisa Demeza

My condolences, and those of my wife Margaret, are extended to John's family on his sad passing.
John was truly a decent man who many years back joined us at Traralgon South when my brother Lindsay was very ill and died.
He and Delree made us welcome when we visited them during a campervanning trip in WA and they stopped in to see us in Melbourne on one of their trips.
A good man, gone far to soon!