Angela "Angie" Riley

Angela Riley, lovingly known as Angie or GG, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2025, at her home. She was at home, with her daughters, Paris and Italy, by her side—exactly where she belonged.

Angela was known for her unmistakable sass, sharp wit, and strong presence. She had a way of speaking her mind and making her love unmistakably known. Above all else, her greatest accomplishment and proudest joy was her family—especially her daughters and grandchildren, who meant everything to her.

One of her greatest comforts and joys was spending time with her own mother. She especially loved her mom’s cooking—meals that were more than food, but expressions of love, tradition, and togetherness. Those moments of family, laughter, and shared meals meant everything to her.

Her favorite role of all was being a Noni to her grandchildren. She cherished every moment spent with them—taking them on adventures, doing crafts together, and creating memories they will carry with them forever. Being their Noni was not just a hobby, but her heart.

Angela enjoyed the simple things that brought her comfort and happiness. She loved doing crafts and creating with her hands. She was a devoted fan of Law & Order: SVU and Forensic Files, shows she could watch again and again. She also loved Eminem and Lil Wayne, and it wasn’t uncommon to find her jamming to her favorite songs, fully enjoying the moment.

Angela is survived by her mother, Melinda Kitts; her sisters, Crystal Riley and Stacy Kitts-Macomber; her daughters, Italy Riley, and Paris Chavez; her son-in-law, Oscar Chavez; her grandchildren, Dijon Prather, Dierre Prather, and Nayeli Chavez; her brothers, Garnet Riley and Justyn Riley; her nephew, Nate Riley; and her nieces, Christian Kitts-Ellison, Alaish Kitts, Brianna Kitts, and Mercedes Riley.

She was preceded in death by her father, Gregory Riley; her great uncle, Jack Kitts; her great aunt, Sandra Patricia Kitts-East; her grandfather, Paris Alton Kitts; her grandmother, Betty Jene Buck Kitts; and her beloved granddaughter, Avilah Reed.

Angela will be remembered for her strength, her humor, her honesty, and the fierce love she had for her family. Though her absence leaves an immeasurable loss, her legacy lives on through the lives she shaped and the memories she created.

She will be deeply missed and forever loved.

Funeral services for Angela will be held at 4 p.m. on Monday, December 29, 2025, at Shirley & Stout Funeral Home, 1315 W. Lincoln Rd., Kokomo, with Pastor Lionel McNeil officiating. Friends are invited to visit with the family from 2 to 4 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the funeral home to assist with final expenses. Donations can be made and messages of condolence left on her obituary page at www.shirleyandstout.com.

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