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for Maryellen Reilly
Gary Demyan
June 29, 2025
Gary and family:
Very recently, I was so sorry to read about Maryellen's passing.
I realize that it happened years ago, but I wanted to offer my most sincere condolences to your family.
May Maryellen Rest in Peace. Amen.
May God always bless you and your family.
Joey Fay - Son-In-Law
July 8, 2024
Good Morning - time has flown by, but we just had another 4th of July, and we missed you as we always do. The family started has become so big and beautiful. Your spirit lives on.
Maryellen Flinchbaugh
July 4, 2013
It is hard to beleive it has been two years since you passed .I think of you and pray for you and your family often. I often think of your funeral and how difficult it was not to say out loud at the end That's the way you do it!!!You were a perfect example of how we should live our lives .Thank you for being you
Love
Maryellen Flinchbaugh
July 4, 2013
Mare-here it is-- July 4th--I can vividly remember that horrible 4th of July 2 years ago when Maureen called to tell me the terrible shocking news that you had left us. Our family lost a beacon of love, kindness and fun when God decided He wanted you. Mare, I think about you each day..especially on Sundays when I light a candle at Church & talk with you. I hope you're happy having "get togethers" with all the family and friends who are with you in heaven, while waiting for the rest of us to arrive and say: Mare,"Put the kettle on! Love, Mag Monzo
Rita K Adeniran
July 4, 2013
Dear MER:
Today marks 2 years since your passing; the loss of a beacon of Peace Love, Kindness, Inspiration Hope… to mention but a few of your qualities. MER, I know those in heaven are happy to see you as you have brought them unimagined level of peace, love, kindness and much more…. Your legacy lives on through the works of all your children those you birthed and those that adopted you as a mother…. I am one of them. Even at death, you remain a positive inspiration!.
I miss you every day, anytime I walk through the hallways of HUP's Rhoads building or need to pull from the leadership toolbox I received from you.
You spirit and all you left behind will forever be blessed.
Much love,
Rita K. Adeniran
Maureen Rush
July 3, 2013
Dear Mare
It's hard to believe that your 2nd year anniversary is tomorrow. Not a day goes by that I don't think about you, particuarly at Penn. All of your Penn Family continues to miss you SO much. Your beautiful family continues to carry on your spirit of love and traditions. I'm sure you're bossing, ahh I mean "directing" everyone around up in heaven....keep them in line and keep an eye on all of us too....we need your guidance!!! :) Love and miss you lots and lots Mare. Love Reene
Tim Reilly
July 2, 2013
Maryellen, I know you are looking down at us all and smiling. You were always the glue that held the crazy Reilly family together. I know you were more then a sister in law , you were like a Mother to me. You were always there to listen and give me great advice. I miss you so much.
My beautiful Family, Mom - all you ever wanted for me!
Col Mallozzi
July 2, 2013
Marm... it's 2 days before your two year anniversary of becoming and Angel at the right hand of God. You have 10 incredible Grands and 2 more baby Grands on the way. Your children are flourishing and trying to live up to the incredible standards that you set for us. You were an inspiration to us - through your kind hearted actions, hard work and ability to comfort those in need. You showed us how to take care of others and each other. We are forever in debted to you for the moral values you have instilled in us, the joy of life and the ability to carry on in the worst of times. Thank you for giving me 4 siblings to protect and love me through losing you. Thank you for having such incredible friends that took us under their wings when you passed and God Bless you for having such an incredible sister to keep us company until we can be with you in Heaven. We miss you every single day and the sting of losing you is still raw and deep, but we carry on, Mom. We carry on because we know that's what you want for us. We will carry on every day to continue the work you've done and earn our own Angel wings so that we can join you and God in eternal life. You are my heart... we are forever changed without you here. With all my love forever....your little Fred Head - Collie Pat
Marianne O'Hanlon
June 28, 2013
I can only think of your mom hanging with her mom, the aunts and her grandmother. She hasn't had nearly enough time to catch them up. You guys have been very busy! And she did tend to go on about you. She was so proud of you all. One of her finest attributes, along with her ability to listen and encourage. Mare taught me a lot. She is truly missed.
June 27, 2013
Reilly Family: Sending you all my continued love and wishes for peace.....MER is always a part of me professionally, and personally. She will live in my heart forever. Love, Staci Oppleman-Bedell
ToniLynn Fay
June 26, 2013
The mother, wife and friend that your mom was can be a model for all. She lived for her family, she loved unconditionally and she was always there with you kids as her first priority. A great mom. As the years have passed I miss her more. I know she is at the right hand of God watching over you all and guarding those darling babies. There must have been a great need for a great woman for God had taken her too soon. Sending my love to you all in her name.
Danielle Antalffy
June 26, 2013
Mrs. Reilly, I can't believe it's been nearly 2 years. It seems like yesterday that I was standing with you at the beach house while you tried to convince me - as you so often did! - to leave NYC and move in with you so I could settle down and meet a good man. I haven't met that man yet, but when I do, I'll know you had something to do with it. I love you so much.
Laura Hussa
June 26, 2013
Ana walked over to your little stars yesterday, pick it up a said I miss Mom-mom. It brought tears to my eyes to hear her speak your name and yearn for your love. I miss you everyday, your advice,guidance,humor... although I feel your love thru little things all the time. Thank you for continuing to inspire us to be better people and achieve greatness. I hope you are enjoying your eternal life, you deserve only the best. Thank you for being the most amazing mother, and best friend. I will love you forever. Please continue to watch over all of us.
Love, Your Dearest Laura
June 26, 2013
Two years ago on July 4th we lost our wonderful, funny and kind Mary Ellen. We all want you back, Mare. We miss your smile, your sense of humor and the thoughtfulness you always showed to your family, friends and co-workers. I pray you're happy in heaven with your wonderful Mom,Aunts, Mom-Mom and uncles. I hope we'll get together in heaven with you, have a cup of tea and praise our God. Love to you, Mag
Julie MacMinn
June 26, 2013
Hey Aunt Mare
Two years have gone by but it still feels like it was only yesterday we were sitting around the kitchen table sipping tea and talking. You were always like a second mother to all of us MacMinn's and we loved you so much for it. I think about you all the time. You'd be surprised how many memories a simple cup of tea can bring to mind. I'm heading in to my (hopefully) last year of college and I'm spending the summer up here at state. I miss the summer dinners with the whole family and all the kids are growing up so fast, everyone's at least a foot taller every time I come home! We all miss you and I know you're looking down on everyone smiling.
Love always
June 26, 2013
It is hard to believe it has been 2 years already. Your Mom was such a wonderful person, always giving, always willing to lend an ear. As I refelct back on our years together it is difficult to summarize her into a few short words. She was too big a part of my life ever put do that. So I will leave it as this. She was my sister. A sister in every measure, every way and I loved her as such. Who ever said blood is thicker then water obviously did not know the kind of relationship we had.
Laura Baratta
June 26, 2013
Mrs. Reilly -
It has been almost two years since you left this earth and graced the heavens with your presence. The memory of you remains with us. The way you always recalled little details about our conversations is what stays with me most. You were always invested in the lives of those who were friends with your children. The first time I met you, you hugged me - a true mother, treating Colleen's friends like your own children.
You would be so proud of Colleen - she has blossomed into an amazing young woman and mother herself. I am lucky to have her among my closest friends.
Those of us still down on earth are lucky to relish in the legacy you have left behind in your beautiful family. Everday they exude the values, warmth, compassion and wisdom that you possessed. May you rest in peace.
Sue Reilly
June 26, 2013
Mare and Sue at Lansinger Reunion 2005
Sue Reilly
June 26, 2013
Sue Reilly
June 26, 2013
Mare, it's been almost two years and I still find it hard to wrap my mind around your passing. At Mass, I pray for the dead: Parents, Grands, Aunts, Uncles. It's difficult to think that one of our generation is also gone, and in many ways you're not. I feel you whenever I walk into your children's presence. They have your warmth, your pulling everyone in, your style and your joy of family. No matter where your kids gather, the part of you in them shines through. You instilled that light in all of them and it continues to shine brightly. I see you in the faces of your girls and your grandchildren, sometimes it stops me in my tracks and I just smile at the "you" in them. It's harder to see you physically in your big sons, but I can feel your warmth and caring. You loved them all so much.
Mare, you were the sister I never had. I miss you. Continue to watch over us as we continue to pray for you.
Love always, Your Sister-in-law
Mike Reilly
June 26, 2013
Mom can't believe its been almost two years...I wanted to tell you that Ava is getting so big and cute .and Dylan talks about you all the time ..she misses her mom mom and Jackie misses you too..we all do ..we have another lil guy on the way in November..so say your prayers for us all...I love you Mom.
Staci Oppleman-Bedell
July 5, 2012
Reilly Family: All of the feelings of loss came over me yesterday, one year to the passing of MER. My heart and love extend to you all now and always..
Mag Monzo
July 4, 2012
Today, July 4, 2012, marks the 1st year of the terrible loss of Mary Ellen. Mare was a beacon of kindness and fun. Getting together with her brought a feeling of happiness. Mare was such a caring woman, and even though I didn't see her as often as I wish I had, she is in my mind every day. How we all want her back with us to have a cup of tea, and to laugh about the craziness of life. God rest her soul. She is missed so very much. Love, Mag
Sue Reilly
July 3, 2012
Mare, Your life's work was centered on your family. You would be so proud of how your wonderful children have come together to celebrate life; their life, your life, your grandkids lives and the family's life. They are continuing to build upon the solid foundation of love that you laid. May your light, peace and love continue to be felt by the family and friends. Love, Sue
Rachel Starzmann
July 2, 2012
It is unbelievable that Mrs. Reilly has been gone a year. I still remember coming to the Reilly household with Col in college and walking in to a big hug and kiss from Mrs. Reilly. She would sit down with me and talk about life, growing up and the choices I was making. She never judged me, she would just lend me her words of wisdom and I always left feeling ten times better then I did when I got there.
Mrs. Reilly, I still think of you often and I wish you were here to give us all your advice. You will always be in my thoughts and prayers and I will always cherish the great conversations and advice you gave me. Col, everyday I see more and more of your mom in you. She would be so proud of you. I love you and I am here for you,
Laura, Col and our Momma
July 2, 2012
Birthday kisses from my Marm
July 2, 2012
Col and Marm
July 2, 2012
Pure beauty
July 2, 2012
Col and Marm at Greg Gaffney's Wedding
July 2, 2012
Marm at Laura's Wedding
July 2, 2012
Maureen Rush
July 1, 2012
It's hard to believe that we're coming up to the one year anniversary of Maryellen's death. Still feel surreal. Maryellen will never be forgotten for being the wonderful wife, mom, sister, grandmom, cousin, co-worker, neighbor, etc that she was and in spirit continues to be. We feel your presence everyday Mare....you will always be with us in spirit. Love Reene
sharon hudson
October 30, 2011
Just read the article in the newspaper about your girls stating the business in honor of their Mother. So very sorry for your loss Gary,remember Mary Ellen has always being a wonderful lady,so kind and her love for her family. I will keep you in my prayers.
September 11, 2011
Gary and family: Gene & I are truly sorry for your loss. We did not know at the time or we would of been there. Please know that you and your family have been in our prayers. Sincerely,phyllis & Gene Rausch
Eileen Fox Cunnane
July 21, 2011
Our sincere condolences from the old neighborhood to the Reilly and Gallagher familiy. - The Fox family.
Rita Adeniran
July 20, 2011
Dear Gary and Family
It is with a great sense of loss that I heard of Maryellen’s death. My heart is very saddened. Maryellen was a wonderful person who brought joy to so many including me. Her passing has left a void in the hearts of all those who knew her and the world at large. Maryellen will always be in our hearts because:
Those we love don't go away,
they walk beside us every day,
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Still loved, still missed and very dear.
Her legacy continues.
Wanda Costello
July 17, 2011
Dear Gary and Family,
I remember Mary Ellen so well from all the events at St. Stan's that we attended for our children. My thoughts and prayers go out to each of you during this difficult time. Peace to each of you,
Wanda Costello
Barbara Krueger
July 15, 2011
I was so saddened to hear of Mare's death and send my condolences to Gary and the children. She was a beautiful, gentle spirit and will always remain with my cherished memories of General Forst Drive and North Penn Hospital
Maureen Gallagher Ellis
July 13, 2011
Gary and Family,
What a beautiful day you had for Maryellen. I know She had to be so proud of her beautiful family. I know that you all made me so proud to say that the wonderful woman you all honored was my cousin.
Mag Monzo
July 13, 2011
Gary,Laura,Chris,Colleen, Michael & Matthew: Maryellen's Funeral was absolutely beautiful.Mare would be so proud of everything you arranged for her fabulous send off to Heaven! Seeing the photos, the teacup & Lipton teabag with her was so Mare. She would say a cup of tea calmed the situation (and a glass of wine helped too!) We'll all miss Mare's wonderful sense of humor, and the kindness she showed to everyone she met. To not be able to get together with Mare for a cup of tea & piece of cake on this earth is beyond belief. Now she's probably having a tea party with her loving Mom Bernice, Mom-Mom, Aunt Cass & Aunt Peggy, God love them all, and may they rest in peace.
Love, Mag Monzo
staci oppleman-bedell
July 11, 2011
Maryellen will forever remain in my heart...a mentor, colleague, confidant, leader, and friend. I will never forget placing her on the hightest of pedistals as an intern (13yrs ago), taking me under her wing, and feeling so fortunate to be able to fly along side of her during the past year as a more mature colleague. I am blessed to have learned from the masterful Maryellen....and hope that I can lead by her examples of honestly, integrity, and keen strategic insight. All of my love to her family and grand children...the very essence of her heart and soul. Respectfully, Staci Oppleman-Bedell (Monroeville, NJ
Elda Ford
July 11, 2011
I had the privilege of working with MER over the last two years. In the intersecting matrix that is HUP in a word MaryEllen GOT it. I will miss her gentle mode of persuasion
Anne Neville
July 11, 2011
Our Deepest Sympathies to the family. I worked with Maryellen at North Penn Hospital (Laboratory) in the mid 70's in the lab. She was always kind, honest, funny, and the utmost professional. She will be remembered in our prayers. Rich and Anne Neville Stoicsitz
Kelly Cooke
July 8, 2011
To the Reilly Family,
Maryellen was one in a million. Although her life was short, she lived life to the fullest and cherished all of you. I was lucky enough to have worked for her over the last 10 years and will cherish those memories. If she could, she would tell you that her greatest accomplishment was having the Reilly family. I am so sorry for your loss.
July 8, 2011
I worked with Maryellen in the early 90's and remember her smile and only kind words for people. She was such a special lady.
I was truly saddened to hear of her passing. May your memories of her give you the strength you will need. Susan McNally Bunting (but she knew me as Sue McNichol)
Becca LaFond
July 8, 2011
Maryellen was one of the most dynamic, grounded and family oriented executives I have ever met. I feel honored to have been even a small part of her life. To the Reilly family- I am so sorry for your loss and hope that you know how influential your wonderful mother, wife, sister and daughter was to each and every one of the people she touched. All of us were lucky to have spent the time we had with her (although it will always be way too little). My thoughts are with you and your family.
Judy James
July 8, 2011
Maryellen will be missed everyday here at HUP. Her smile warmed the hallways. She was real in every sense of the word. My prayers and thoughts are with your family.
The McBrearty Family (St Stan's)
July 8, 2011
We are so sorry to hear of Maryellen's passing, Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Cynthia Byrd
July 8, 2011
May God give you strength and comfort as you deal with the loss of your wife, mother, grandmother and friend. I didn't work w/MER but did see her from time to time in the hallways of HUP. She always greeted me with a warm smile and a big hello! She was definitely admired and respected by alot of people here at HUP. I am certainly one of them. Prayers are ongoing for your family.
Maryellen Flinchbaugh
July 7, 2011
Dear Gary and Family:
The world will never be the same for me without Maryellen in it. She was truly an Earth Angel who touched all those that had the wonderful fortune to know her.I always felt blessed that she was my friend and loved our wonderful convrsations that could sometimes last all night ending when the sun rose over the ocean . I know- you know her family was everything to her and how very much she loved you and how proud she was of each and every one of you. She was a truly amazing person Beautiful inside and out full of love and compassion.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
John Kirby
July 7, 2011
Maryellen touched me in a significant way in the very short time that I knew her. She left a positive mark on everyone that she worked with at Penn. My prayers to her family and friends.
Denise Wilkinson
July 7, 2011
We were so very sorry to hear of the passing of Maryellen. Our hearts go out to the Gallagher and Reilly families. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Love, The Pocta family- Frank, Gladys, Judy, Steven, Denise, David, and Patty.
Debbie Hauck Family
July 7, 2011
My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to the Reilly family Rest in peace Maryellen
Suzanne Lion
July 7, 2011
My thoughts are with your family. Maryellen was an incredibly special, loving and positive light in this world. She loved her family more than anything. Though I've not seen her for a very long time time, my heart is broken by this terrible loss.
Doreen Makos
July 7, 2011
Dear Gary and Family, I was saddened to hear about Maryellen. I am so sorry for your loss. I knew her professionally through SPAHQ. She loved talking about her family. Although I had not seen her in a few years,we did keep in touch through email. Those of us that went through the tough days of managed care have a real bond. She will be sadly missed.
Rhonda Taylor
July 7, 2011
All our love to you as you celebrate your wife, mother and grandmother. Each time we were around Maryellen, her love and joy permeated the space. We know you will miss her so.
Rhonda Taylor and Mike Sandifer
Colleen DeLeo
July 7, 2011
Your mom was a wonderful lady!. Just last month, she took me into her office to show me her proud display of pictures of her children and grandchildren. I am so saddened for your loss
July 7, 2011
To the Reilly family:
Words cannot express the sorrow in our hearts for your family during this difficult time. Maryellen was a beautiful gift to all who were privileged to know her. She leaves behind a wonderful legacy in her children and grandchildren. She is now at peace and watching over you all. Our prayers are with you.. Dorrit and Ed Emerich
Christine O'Hanlon
July 7, 2011
Mare, you have been my hero since I was 17 years old. I don't know how we will all move on without you. Thank you for always giving us a soft place to fall, no matter what was going on in our lives. You are the absolute best and we miss you so much.
Chris, Emily, and Sam
Rachel Starzmann
July 7, 2011
My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to the Reilly family. Mrs. Reilly was such an amazing woman. She welcomed everyone into her home with open arms and made you feel like one of the family. She will be greatly missed but never forgotten. Her spirit and kindness live on in all the beautiful children and grandchildren she has left behind. I feel honored to have had the opportunity to have her in my life, even for just a short period of time. Mrs. Reilly, you truly were an angel on this earth. Colleen I am thinking about you and know I am here for you.
Kathy Gaffney
July 7, 2011
Dear Gary and Family
I am so sorry for your loss. There are not enough words to express my deepest sympathy and sorrow. Maryellen was my friend of 43 years. In all that time I have know her to be loving and supportive. I was blesses to have her in my life and I will miss her terribly. I am sure there is a place in heaven for her and she will be in our hearts forever. My love and prayers to all of you.
Rachel Chebeleu
July 7, 2011
Maryellen was such a wonderful boss, friend, mother and mentor to me. i will miss her dearly. You should all feel proud and touched at the profound and caring impact she had on so many lives!
Deborah Way
July 7, 2011
Rest in peace Maryellen. My heartfelt prayers go out to the entire family.
Charles & Teresa Bryan
July 7, 2011
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Mag Monzo
July 7, 2011
Mare, it's so hard to believe that you're not with us. How our family will miss you- we'll never recover, just as we've never recovered from the loss of your Mom, Aunt Cass, Aunt Peggy and Mom-Mom. The shock of losing you is beyond words. How Aunt Anne, Maureen and I always looked forward to getting together with Mare, Marge and Fran for a fun day of laughter. Goodbye Mare-you're with God and your family
Love, Mag
John Salmon
July 7, 2011
To the Reilly family, I hope your sense of loss is tempered somewhat by the overwhelming display of love and support from Maryellen's many colleagues and friends.
Maryellen was a very special person, one in a million, and we all are so much richer for having known her.
Toni Gross
July 6, 2011
Maryellen we never met but we felt we knew you through Col and T. Rest in Peace with all the other angels.
Toni & Werner
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