William "Bill" C. Riffle Sr.

William "Bill" Riffle, Sr., age 91, of Cincinnati, Ohio, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2026. He was born October 5, 1935, in West Union, Ohio, to the late Kirk and Virginia (Duncan) Riffle.

Bill was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 60 years, Phyllis (Stone) Riffle; his brother, Thomas; brother-in-law, Carlie Clark; sister-in-law, Pat, and sister-in-law, Georgie.

He is survived by his three sons, William, Jr., Eric (Paula), and Philip (Christy); nine grandchildren, Aaron, Allie (Wes) Combs, Rachael (Andrew) Masterson, Casey, Jake, Alex, Ava, Samantha (Jake) Bicknell, and Kent Stapleton; and three great-grandchildren, Talulah and Juniper Combs, and Theo Bicknell; and his sisters, Martha Clark and Norma Groh; and his brothers, Marion and Leon (Karen).

Following his service in the Armed Forces, Bill returned home in 1961 and began a distinguished career in insurance and investments. He earned his Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU) designation from The American College in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. His professional achievements included serving as president of the Crown Life Brokerage Agent Association in 1970. He was inducted into the Christian Benevolent Association Hall of Faith in 2000 and named Society of Financial Service Professionals Man of the Year in 2009.

A man of deep faith and service, Bill served his church as a deacon, Sunday school teacher, and finance committee member. He also served as a trustee for several local organizations and was honored as a Kentucky Colonel. An avid handball player and golfer, he enjoyed an active life and remained committed to his family and community.

At age 53, Bill was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease. He lived with the disease for more than 30 years, facing its challenges with remarkable perseverance. He shared his experiences in his book, Pushing My Harley, hoping to offer encouragement and hope for others living with ALS. In support of continued research, his brain and spinal cord were donated at the request of the Veterans Association.

Bill also helped establish the West Union Alumni and Friends School Fund, reflecting his enduring connection to his hometown and his desire to support future generations.

Bill will be remembered for his devotion to his family, his faith, his service to others, and his extraordinary courage and determination. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Funeral service will be held at Parkside Christian Church, 6986 Salem Road, Cincinnati Ohio 45230 on Thursday, October 29, 2026, at 11:00 am, with a visitation prior at 10 am.

Bill will be laid to rest beside his beloved Phyllis at Mount Moriah Cemetery in Withamsville, Ohio.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the West Union Schools Alumni Fund, P.O. Box 444, West Union, Ohio 45693.