Bridgman Resident Derek Allen Riley Passes Away at 63

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Derek Allen Riley, a 63-year-old resident of Bridgman, Michigan, passed away on March 11, 2026 at Hanson Hospice Center in Stevensville. A funeral service will be held on March 17 at Pike Funeral and Cremation Services, where friends and family can pay their respects.

Why it matters

Riley was a longtime truck driver who was deeply involved in his community, known for his generous spirit and love of the outdoors. His passing is mourned by his wife, mother, stepchildren, grandchildren, and siblings, who remember him as a devoted family man.

The details

Riley met his wife Carol on a blind date in 2012 and they married that November. The couple enjoyed attending their grandchildren's sporting events and going camping together. Riley also took great pride in helping grill food at his grandson Matthew's high school baseball tournaments. In his free time, Riley liked to tinker with his Jeeps and spend time with his granddaughter Emily, who he affectionately called his "Baby".

• Derek Allen Riley passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
• A funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Tuesday, March 17, 2026.
• Visitation will be held from 5-7 PM on Monday, March 16, 2026.