Brevard – Robert Nelson Riness, Jr, 72, passed away Thursday, January 15, 2015. He was the son of the late Robert and Edna Klien Riness. Robert is survived by his son, Robert Earl Riness; daughter, Jennifer James, brother; Gerald Riness and sister, Peggy Martin, grandchildren; John, Robert, Andrew, Shannon, Jesse, Madison, Mason and McKenna, one great grandchild, McKinsey. A graveside service will be held 1pm, Wednesday, January 21, 2015 at Blue Ridge Gardens of Memory. Online condolences may be left at www.moodyconnollyfuneralhome.come. Moody-Connolly Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.