Background
Riley, Richard was born on January 30, 1920 in Des Moines. Son of William Francis and Catherine Mary (Green) Riley.
Riley, Richard was born on January 30, 1920 in Des Moines. Son of William Francis and Catherine Mary (Green) Riley.
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, United States Naval Academy, 1941. Master of Science, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1946.
Commissioned ensign United States Navy, 1941, advanced through grades to captain, 1962, retired, 1964. Various positions Iowa Light & Power Company, Des Moines, 1964-1985, senior vice president, 1985.
Member National Conference of Christians and Jews (co-chairman 1979-1982), United States Naval Institute (life), United States Navy League (life, various offices), Western Coal Transportation Association, Western Coal Traffic League, Iowa Engineering Society (board directors 1982-1983), United States Rowing Association (life). Clubs: Des Moines (board trustees 1971-1973), Des Moines Rowing (vice president 1983-1984).
Married Betty Callan, May 23, 1942 (deceased January 1983). Children: Kathleen, Richard II, Mary Elizabeth, Margaret, Mark, Meaghan. Married Betty Myrl Berry, August 12, 1983.