Deborah Sue “Susie” Riley, age 56, of Olive Hill, Kentucky, passed away Friday, June 19, 2026, at her residence.
She was born Friday, September 19, 1969, in Portsmouth, Ohio, a daughter of the late Jimmie and Etta Fletcher Burge.
Susie was a devout UK basketball fan and a active member of the American Legion Ladies’ Auxiliary. She enjoyed spending time with family, friends and was always willing to lend a helping hand. She loved to travel, especially to the beach, music and was always willing to attend live music shows. She was also just as excited to have a quiet game night or HGTV night at home with loved ones.
Susie is survived by her partner of 26 years, T. J. Morrison, one son, Paul (April) Riley of Olive Hill, Kentucky; one daughter, Keri Burge of Nicholasville, Kentucky; two grandchildren, Elijah LeMaster, Bella Riley; grand-pup, Puggy Brewster; one brother, Bobby (Wendy) Burge of Olive Hill, Kentucky; one sister, Patty (David) Riley of Olive Hill, Kentucky, along with many other family and friends who will sadly miss her.
Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m., Tuesday, June 23, 2026, at Horsley Cemetery in Carter City, Kentucky, with her brother, Brother Bobby Burge officiating.
Friends may visit from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m., Monday, June 22, 2026, and after 9 a.m., Tuesday, June 23, 2026, until the service hour at the funeral home.
Globe Funeral Chapel is honored to serve the family of Deborah Sue “Susie” Riley.
