George Alton Riley 73 of Axtell passed away Wednesday May 6 at a local hospital. Graveside services will be 11:00 am Saturday May 9 at Axtell Cemetery with Rev. Curtis Holland officiating. Visitation will be 6 to 8 pm Friday May 8 at Bellmead Funeral Home. George was born November 27, 1935 in Axtell to George William and Annie (Mach) Riley. He farmed in the Axtell Community all of his life and was very special to his family and friends who will miss him greatly. Survivors include his brothers James Donald Riley of McGregor and Woodrow Riley of Bellmead, special friends Larry and Becky Bowdoin, several nieces and nephews. Honorary Pallbearers will be Freddie Kirbitzo, Wayne Hurst, Pat Farek and Marshall Moore.