Kerry Anne O'Reilly

Kerry Anne O'Reilly obituary, Dorchester, MA

Kerry Anne O'Reilly

Kerry O'Reilly Obituary

Visit the Joyce Funeral Home - Waltham website to view the full obituary.
Dorchester – Kerry Anne O'Reilly, of Dorchester and formerly of Dix Hills, New York died on September 3, 2021 from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. She was 31. Kerry was born in New Hyde Park, New York on January 12, 1990, the daughter of Brian and Carol (Miles) O'Reilly of Dix Hills, New York. She was raised and educated in Dix Hills and after her graduation from Half Hollow Hills High School East she attended Boston College where she earned her Bachelors and Master of Science in Accounting degrees. She had most recently been working as an Accounting Manager for HarbourVest Partners in Boston. Kerry enjoyed staying active and was an avid hiker and also enjoyed travelling. She was an animal lover with a special affinity for her dog, Hudson. She enjoyed singing and loved TV, especially Gilmore Girls. Besides her parents, Brian and Carol, she is survived by her sister, Kathleen O'Reilly of Dix Hills, New York; her fiancé, Eric Kaitz of Dorchester and also leaves aunts, uncles, cousins and a host of friends. Family and friends will honor and remember Kerry's life by gathering for calling hours in The Joyce Funeral Home, 245 Main Street (Rte. 20), Waltham on Thursday, September 9th from 4 to 8 p.m. Her Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Friday at 10 a.m. in Saint Ignatius Church, 28 Commonwealth Avenue, Chestnut Hill. Burial will be private. Those wishing to view Kerry's Funeral Mass on Friday may do so via: https://youtu.be/4o_CskziD80 Memorial donations may be made to The Pine Street Inn, 444 Harrison Avenue, Boston, MA 02118.

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245 Main Street, Waltham, MA 02453

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October 24, 2024

Sana posted to the memorial.

October 17, 2021

Andrea and Kieth Rieger & Jan & David Friedman posted to the memorial.

September 13, 2021

Laurie Freedman posted to the memorial.

Sana

October 24, 2024

I still think of you so often Kerry, and of all the things you taught me about the world in our childhood. I remember playdates at your home and mine and jumping on a trampoline with you and your sister. You are missed and remembered.

Andrea and Kieth Rieger & Jan & David Friedman

October 17, 2021

There are no words to express our deepest sympathy for all of you.
Thinking of all of you and your beautiful daughter who will be with you, your family and friends forever.

Laurie Freedman

September 13, 2021

To Brian and the O'Reilly family-

There are no words to adequately express my deep sorrow. I hope that the happiness, love and joyful adventures that your wonderful family has shared through the years helps sustain you through this difficult time.

Thinking about you always-
Laurie

Michele Hoenes

September 13, 2021

There are no words
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers

Patricia Linkens Murgo

September 10, 2021

I have no words that are enough to tell how sorry I am for your loss of your beautiful daughter, Kerry. Carol, Brian, and Kathleen, I am praying hard for you and all your family. May her memory be a blessing to you all ♥

Jeanne Alter

September 10, 2021

My thoughts are with you. I wish you peace in the warmth of her energy and her life.

Jeanne Alter and the KCC staff

Bhupendra Shah

September 9, 2021

Extremely sorry to hear this sad news. May God give you the strength in this difficult time.

Shannon Skelly

September 9, 2021

My heart is so sad, I want to express my deepest sympathy to Kerry's family and friends. She was such a beautiful soul who freely shared her dazzling smile and warm heart with those around her. She did so much, and touched so many people in her short time on earth. She will be dearly missed.

Terry Thompson

September 9, 2021

Dear O'Reilly family & Eric,

I only met Kerry once, earlier this summer at Laura's bridal shower, but I could tell how lovely she was right away. Keeping you all in my prayers as you try and cope with this devastating loss.

Susan Buckler

September 9, 2021

Brian & Carol, in this tragedy, may you be comforted by family & friends. May Kerry's memory be a blessing

Olivia Whalen

September 8, 2021

Kerry O'Reilly was a pure heart. Beautiful inside and out.
I met her when I was 18 years old, and she brightened my world for 13 brilliant years.

Our friendship formed during the period where you learn who you are. Together, we grew from college freshman to graduates to city twenty-somethings to young professionals to adults. We became women in that vibrant time, and Kerry's caring, humor, patience, quirkiness, adventure, sincerity, and kindness profoundly impacted my life. Only Kathleen, whom she loved more than anyone else, has the honor of calling Kerry sister.' Still, for me, Kerry felt like family. She was my college roommate, my Boston roommate, my bridesmaid, my confidant, my barometer, my champion, my dearest, dearest friend.

Kerry was stolen from us at summer's end in the summer of her life. She could not wait to marry her devoted fiancé, Eric, and continue to build a home with him. Her life was in full, glorious bloom, and she was her happiest in this final year. To lose such a genuine human being is utterly shattering. Nothing will ever be the same.

I celebrate my friend. Kerry was an intellect, a feminist, a soprano, a musical theatre enthusiast, a politico, a traveler, a hiker, a tv junkie, a Capricorn, an accountant, a Janeite, a Swiftie, a dog lover, a wit, a beauty, and always on trend :) Her sweetness touched so many lives with quiet grace. It was a blessing to know her.

My heart is broken. Thank you, Kerry, for lighting up this earth. I love you.

Gary Schoen

September 8, 2021

So, So, sorry.
Trying to reach you.
Gary and Mary
Matthew, Victoria, and Emily

Jim & Tami Callister

September 8, 2021

Brian & Family,
We are saddened to hear and so sorry. As you get through this difficult time, may you find peace in your family, friends, and the joyous memories of your daughter that will last forever.
We are thinking of you.
Jim & Tami

Philippa Joyner

September 8, 2021

Dear friends and family of Kerry, our thoughts from across the Pond in the UK are with you all at this time. I didn't personally know Kerry, but I have worked with HarbourVest a number of years and understand from her work colleagues that she is such a lovely person and a great asset to our team.

Thoughts and prayers with you.

Kind wishes
Philippa, Nick, William, Hermione and Juno Joyner x

christina muccioli

September 8, 2021

Dearest Kerry

I work with your Dad and he regaled us with stories of his family. I know how much you were loved and am heartbroken that you were taken from them. May God keep you in his arms and may your family see you in the sunsets.

With much love,

Christina Muccioli

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