Memorial services for Jerry Glenn Riley, Sr., 77, of Livingston, Texas, will be held Saturday, July 14, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. in the First United Methodist Church in Livingston, Texas. Visitation will be held from 12:30 – 1:45 p.m. on Saturday, July 14, 2018 in the parlor of the First United Methodist Church in Livingston, Texas.

Jerry Glenn Riley was born in Camden Tx. On September 9, 1940 to his parents, John Hampton  and Bessie Mae Riley, and passed away on July  8 ^th , 2018 at home with his family at the age of 77. He is preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.

He is survived by his wife, Mary Ellen Riley, son Jerry G. Riley, Jr. of Livingston, daughter, Kathleen A. Riley, of Livingston and son Robert M. Riley of Houston. Grandchildren, Alexandria F. Horn and husband Cody Horn, and great-granddaughter Adrian B. Horn of Nacogdoches, Zachary K. Riley, of Livingston, Savannah N. Riley of Silsby, Tx.  Great granddaughter  Paisley L. Riley, of Silsby. Brother Gerald Riley, of Livingston, sister, Janice Forke, of Lufkin, numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.

He attended Livingston High school and join the Marine Corp in September 22, 1958 and while serving at Camp Pendleton California became the youngest Staff Sgt. on base. He was a true American and dedicated to the Marine Corp. He married his wife of 54 years while stationed at MCRD San Diego, California. He left the Marine Corp in 1967 after his last tour in Vietnam. With his family, he moved to Corpus Christi and went to work for Sun Oil Company in 1967. He worked       off-shore for ORYX Energy until he retired in 1995. His hobby for years was Taekwondo, and while living in Corpus Christi he earned his fifth degree black belt in Taekwondo.

He was a member of First United Methodist Church, where he acted as a Stephen Minister and Greeter for several years. He was often referred to as Hulk Hogan because of his size, but he had a heart as big as his size. A smile that would light the room. After retiring to Livingston he went to work for Burkhalter Trailers sales where he met many interesting people from many places. He loved living in Polk county and especially the people of Livingston. He will definitely be missed by his family and friends.

Cochran Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements. Please sign our online guestbook at www.cochranfh.com .