Obituary for Loren Cecil Riker, Portland Resident and Beloved Community Member

Obituary for Loren Cecil Riker

Loren Cecil Riker of Portland passed away peacefully on November 30, 2025, at the age of 95. Born in Saranac, he lived a long and fulfilling life marked by love, family, and community service.

Early Life and Family

Loren grew up in Saranac, where he developed strong values of hard work and kindness. Throughout his life, he remained devoted to his family, cherishing every moment spent with loved ones. His upbringing in a close-knit community shaped his steady and generous character.

Life and Work

Known for his quiet strength and reliability, Loren worked diligently and honorably in his chosen profession. Friends and colleagues remembered him as a man of integrity who could always be trusted to lend a hand or share a word of wisdom. His commitment to civic life reflected his deep care for others and his town.

Legacy

Loren is remembered with affection by his family, friends, and neighbors. His legacy endures through the values he instilled in those around him—kindness, honesty, and perseverance. He leaves behind a model of faithful living that continues to inspire.

“A life well lived is measured not in years but in the love shared and the peace left behind.”

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Lehman Funeral Homes in Portland, where services will be held to celebrate Loren’s life and honor his memory.

Author’s Summary: Loren Cecil Riker, a lifelong resident of Portland and Saranac native, passed away peacefully at 95, remembered for his integrity, love of family, and community spirit.

Lehman Funeral Homes — 2025-11-30