Michael T. Risley, 47 of Gibbstown NJ, suddenly and tragically passed away on Sunday, January 14, 2024. He is survived by his wife Kelli (Ott) Risley, and his children Sylvia Lonergan (Eddie), Michael Lynch (Kayla) , Kaidence Ott-Irvin, Skyella and Rhylind Risley. His beloved grandchildren to whom he was Pop-Pop ,Luca and Lyla Lynch. Michael is also survived by his siblings Jennifer Clark (Dave), Tricia Risley, Steven Risley (Dayana), and Debbie (Risley) Wuchter, half sister Martha Dewey, and step sisters Theresa (Worth) (Kevin) Quigley , Lisa (Worth) (Jesse) Mc Clintock , and Michelle (Worth) (Sean) Sampson.
Michael is pre deceased by his grandparents Donald and Ella Schultz whom he lived with and began his true love for Philly from. His parents Harry(Terry) Risley and Patricia (Schultz) Chandlier
Michael has worked for Barry Callabaut for the past 17 years where he was a machine operator making chocolate, or as to his friends and family he was Willy Wonka.
You could always catch Michael representing his favorite Philly sports teams, especially the Eagles. He always talked football and mad trash on fans of the dreadful Dallas Cowboys. Making and cashing in bets that were made against them boys as us Philly fans would say.
Michael was always animated whether he was doing an impression of someone or downright making corny jokes. Michael was goofy, and silly and always was available to make anyone laugh.
Despite his outgoing, funny personality he was a true gentleman and friend. Mike as he liked to be called, would take the shirt off his back if you needed it. He was always there to help in your time of need, never questioned why or what you needed just always said yes.
Mike was the glue to our crazy dysfunctional family. He always kept in touch with all of our many Uncles, Aunts, and multiple cousins. He lived for his family, his girls were everything to him and no matter what he always had his wife's back. He was a true ride or die person. Everyone he interacted with he left a lasting impression on he will be forever, sorely missed by all who knew him.
Family and friends are invited to please join us for his celebration of life on Friday, January 19, 2024 from 9:30 AM till 11:30 AM at the LANDOLFI FUNERAL HOME of Paulsboro, 300 W. Broad Street. After a short service, Interment Eglington Cemetery, Clarksboro will follow. To share condolences and memories please visit www.landolfifuneralhome.com