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James Reilly Obituary

REILLY JAMES J. JR. 93 - of Absecon, died Monday Dec. 3, 2007 following a lengthy illness. He was born in Philadelphia, PA. and was an area resident for most of his life. He worked as a Meat Packer for Armour Meat Packing Co. until his retirement. He was a member of the Atlantic Motorcycle Club and was an avid fisherman. James was predeceased by his wife Eva and sister Frances McCallum. He is survived by his son James J. Reilly III and his wife Barbara of Absecon and his daughter Janet Polzotti and her husband Russ, of North Carolina. He is also survived by seven grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren and one great great grandchild. Funeral Services will be held on Sat. Dec 8, 2007 at 10:00 AM at Parsels Funeral Home 324 New Jersey Ave. Absecon, with entombment to follow in Holy Cross Mausoleum in Mays Landing. Friends may visit with the family on Sat. from 9-10 AM at the Funeral Home.

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Published by The Press of Atlantic City on Dec. 6, 2007.

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Mary Jane & Bill McMeekin

December 7, 2007

Jim, Barbara, and family:
May the Lord grant you His peace during this time of mourning.

Mary and Fred Bender

December 6, 2007

Jim and Barbara: So very sorry for your loss.

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