Mary L. (Riley) Gierlowski Poker
July 8, 2016
Mary L. (Riley) Gierlowski Poker, 82, daughter of the late Jim & Marcella Riley. She was a loving and caring wife of the late William Gierlowski and John Poker died July 8, 2016 at her home in Venice, Florida. Mary had been an active member of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church for 25 years. She had been past president and board member in the Venice Council of Catholic Women for 25 years and Director of the Northern Deanery. Prior to living in Venice, Mary had lived in Hickory Hills, IL, where she taught school and was on the Park District Board. Mary is survived by her brother, Patrick M. Riley of FL; sister, Kathleen A. Park of IL; many nieces and nephews and step-children and step-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Lt. F. J. Riley, USN and Thomas G. Riley. Mass of Christian burial will be held 10:00 AM Thursday, August 4, 2016 at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church with burial to follow in the garden. Memorial donations may be made to Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church or to a charity of your choice. Arrangements by Toale Brothers Funeral Homes, Ewing Chapel, Venice, FL.
Mary L. (Riley) Gierlowski Poker, 82, daughter of the late Jim & Marcella Riley. She was a loving and caring wife of the late William Gierlowski and John Poker died July 8, 2016 at her home in Venice, Florida. Mary had been an active member... View Obituary & Service Information