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REILLY, Robert J. Jr.
Robert J. Reilly Jr., 86, of Portland, husband of Eileen (Haldeman) Reilly passed away Wednesday (July 25, 2012) at Middlesex Hospital. Born on February 17, 1926 in Philadelphia, PA, he was the son of the late Robert J. and Marguerite (Burke) Reilly. Bob was proud of his 50 years working for Henkels and McCoy. He began as an equipment operator in Philadelphia, PA in 1950 and retired as division manager in Portland in 2000. He was also a veteran of the United States Marine Corps serving in World War II where he received a purple heart. Besides his wife, he leaves his children, Kathleen and her husband, William Richards of Portland, Donna and her husband, Ralph Dumas of Massachusetts, Linda of West Hartford, Bob of Georgia and Maureen of Portland, seven grandchildren and six greatgrandchildren. His greatest joy was spending time with his grandchildren and greatgrandchildren.
Funeral services will be private and at the convenience of the family. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Portland Volunteer Fire Department Portland, CT. 06480. To send an online expression of sympathy, please visit www.portlandmemorialfh.net. Portland Memorial Funeral Home 231 Main St Portland has care of arrangements. The family would like to extend their sincere thanks to Dr. Levy and his staff and the caregivers from Middlesex Hospital Hospice and Palliative Care.
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Linda Ziegler
July 28, 2012
To the entire Reilly family, So sorry to learn of your loss. Mr. Reilly was always so pleasant when I waited on him at the pharmacy. He was always concerned for others, polite and appreciative of our services. May many happy memories comfort you in the days ahead, Sincerely,
July 28, 2012
Eileen,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Still remember all the fun times we had with you and Bob.
Love,
Rich nad Jean Grosner
SCG/retired
Gordon Benedict
July 27, 2012
Dear Eileen and Family:
We enjoyed friendship over many years as you know.
Our sincere sympathy to you and your family.
Fond Regards
Gordon & Doris Benedict
Yankee Gas ( retired)
Gordon Benedict
July 27, 2012
Dear Kathlene, Bill and Family:
We enjoyed a great friendship over many years.
With our sincerest sympathy:
Gordon & Doris Benedict
Yankee Gas (Retired)
Margaret/Ralph Dumas
July 27, 2012
Our prayers and thoughts are with your family.
Donna Carta
July 27, 2012
Maureen and Family,My deepest sympathy for the loss of your father.
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