Birth date: Aug 21, 1950 Death date: Oct 15, 2021
Jeffrey Brock Riley, 71, passed at home on October 15, 2021. Born in West Virginia on August 21, 1950, Mr. Riley was a world traveler, a humble legend in his profession, and a genuinely kind human being. Jeffrey B. Riley MHPE, LP Read Obituary
Though I never knew Jeff well, I did have a great friendship with Chris many years ago at Broward General in Ft Lauderdale and at Egleston Hospital in Atlanta. I am so very sorry for your and your family’s loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. Melanie Thompson
I just learned about Jeff´s passing. We all stood on his mighty shoulders in our profession. He might be one of two or three individuals responsible for perfusionists being called professionals and the handsome salaries we were afforded.
I knew Jeff as a brilliant and humble man with true integrity and character but most important and impressive, a God fearing man.
We lost a Giant in our profession. My sincerest condolences to the entire Riley family.
To Chris and the entire Riley, May God bless and keep you.
Victor Carcioppolo
Jeff has touched the lives f so many. We will all miss him greatly. A brilliant mind, kind hearted, and selfless soul. My heart goes out to his family and for all who have know Jeff Riley. What a beautiful legacy he has left in so many. He taught us all so much in such a kind and passionate way. He will be missed beyond measure. My heart goes out to you and your family. Sending comforting thoughts and prayers.🙏
Jeff personified the word 'icon' not only as a preeminent leader in our field, but as a caring and devoted individual who touched the lives of so many. I will miss our spirited debates and friendly jousting. Irreplaceable is he on so many levels and we are all better by knowing him. Chris, Corey, Caitlin and Fiona, you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Al and Barb Stammers
RIP my friend. You meant so much to so many of us. Challenging us to be our best, encouraging us to help others and make the field of Perfusion better. I will treasure our convention dinners and breakfasts where we discussed trends in Perfusion and family. You will be missed but never forgotten.
Ian Shearer, CCP, LP
We will miss Jeff Riley’s professional input and steady guidance. He has given much, of himself, to our profession - he leaves behind an indelible fingerprint….Rest In Peace and thank you,
Jim MacDonald CPC (R). CCP (Emeritus)
Dear Jeff,
You will be missed!
But you will be remembered as a legend in perfusion, as a true human being, as a dedicated professional, as an excellent mentor and as a loyal friend.
The global perfusion community will certainly remember your dedications and contributions to this noble profession for a longer time
The “Essence and Dynamism” of perfusion that instilled on us by You will remain forever.
While we are proudly celebrating Jeff’s life, I am also committed to keep the family in my thoughts and sending my tearful prayers to comfort them at this difficult time.
May his soul Rest In Peace!!
With Prayers,
Isaac Chinnappan, CCP
My sincere condolences to Jeff’s family. I met Jeff at Psicor back in 1989 when I moved to California from Toronto. He was always there over the years to chat about life and perfusion. His never ending drive to evaluate and improve had a tremendous impact on me as a perfusionist. I cannot believe you are gone my friend - I will never forget you ❤️
