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Zellie Riley 1892 - 1974

Zellie L. Riley of Orlando, Orange County, Florida was born on April 1, 1892, and died at age 81 years old on March 23, 1974.

Zellie L. Riley

Orlando, Orange County, Florida 32805

April 1, 1892

March 23, 1974

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Zellie L. Riley's History: 1892 - 1974

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Introduction

Mr. Zellie L. Riley was a prominent African American leader and businessman in the Parramore area of Orlando, FL. In 1950 he founded the Orlando Negro Chamber of Commerce now known as the African American Chamber of Commerce of Central Florida. An active member of his community, he was behind several projects to empower African Americans of Orlando, such as a community center in Washington Shores. Today his memory and significant contributions are commemorated by Z.L. Riley Park, located in the heart of Parramore.
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1892

Birthday

April 1, 1892

Birthdate

Unknown

Birthplace

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Professional Career

Mr. Riley may have been a tailor. “ He constructed the Riley Building in 1946 to house his tailoring business and the [Orlando Negro Chamber of Commerce.]” Source: Black America Series: Orlando, FL by Geralidine Fortenberry Thompson
Personal Life & Family

Executive secretary and manager of the Orlando Negro Chamber of Commerce. Source: Black America Series: Orlando, FL by Geralidine Fortenberry Thompson
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1974

Death

March 23, 1974

Death date

Mr. Riley was murdered during a break in robbery in his home. Mr. Riley passed from “strangulation of a gag put in his mouth.” Source:
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Cause of death

Unknown
Death location

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