Richard D. Riley

LACONIA --- Richard "Dick" D. Riley, 79 died Dec.7, 2009 at home. He was predeceased by his beloved wife Doris (Gosselin) Riley. He was born in Ayer, Mass., June 7, 1930, to William and Julia (Gagnon) Riley. He grew up in Deefield, then becoming a long time resident of Hooksett. Upon retirement he spent summers in Laconia and wintered in Delray Beach, Fl. He served in the National Guard from 1949-1951. Dick and his wife Doris founded Riley's Sport Shop and shooting range. He retired in 1988. He was recognized as the State Champion in Muzzle Loading 1958-1960, member of the State High Power Team in 1961 and achieved Masters Classification. He was a life member of the NRA and a vocal supporter and champion of the Second Amendment and Bill of Rights protecting gun owners. He proudly served as President of the NRA from 1990-1992 and on their Legislative Committee for 3 years. He was an active member of his community in both elected and volunteer capacities. He was founding President of Daniel Boone Club, member of the NH State Rifle and Pistol Assn., Ducks Unlimited, Wild Turkey Federation, NH Waterfowl Assn., President of Gun Owners of NH, consultant to the N.E. State Police Chief Committee on Uniform Firearm Laws 1962-1963, NH State Senator 1964-1968 and a 5 yr term on the NH Fish and Game Commission. Dick was recognized as Hooksett's 1976 Citizen of the Year, 1980 Business Man of the Year and was founding President of the Hooksett Chamber of Commerce. He served as town selectman, moderator and on the Budget Committee. He was also active in the Granite State Antique Auto Club and Profile Auto League. He is survived by his daughter Debra Stanyan, her husband William and grandchildren Ryan, Tyler and Michelle. He is also survived by his extended family that loved their uncle and brother in law. He is preceded in death by twin sons: Dean and Daniel Riley; 2 sisters: Madeline Fortin, Margaret Drescher and 2 brothers: Donald Riley and Phillip Riley. A memorial service will be held at 12 noon on Saturday, January 23, 2010 at the Phaneuf Funeral Home, 243 Hanover St, Manchester. Visitation will be held prior from 10:30-12 noon. Relatives and friends invited to attend. Memorial donations may be made to the NRA Foundation, 11250 Waples Mill Road, Fairfax, VA 22030 or to DHMC Neurology - Parkinson's Research, c/o Kevin Williams, DHMC 3C, One Medical Center Drive, Lebanon, NH 03756