Glastonbury, Connecticut
1920 - 2015
James Edward O’Reilly (Big D) Formerly of Rowayton James Edward O’Reilly (Big D) of Glastonbury, formerly Rowayton, CT passed away December 18, 2015. He was born in Brooklyn, NY December 31, 1920, son of the late Ellen O’Neil O’Reilly and James E. O’Reilly, Sr. He was predeceased by his wife...
Read MoreThere is not a visit to Starbucks that I fail to look toward that area that Jim sat in.....he was so very nice to my little granddaughters. They continue to ask about him whenever we visit a Starbucks. "Nana, remember that nice Mr. Jim with the little red car with that flower on it? He liked us...." Rest in peace , Jim
claudia traskos
December 14, 2020 | Glastonbury, CT
I will always remember Mr. O'Reilly as a great math teacher. I will never forget the day he surprised us by playing the piano. He was an awesome guy!
Charles W.
December 23, 2015 | Norwalk, CT
So glad I was able to know Jim as a coworker (@ STAS & ASCS) and a friend. His name always comes up in fond memories of school days in the past. His Saint Patrick's Day parties were always the best fun. Maureen and Tim, you are in my prayers.
Peggy Farrington
December 22, 2015 | Norwalk, CT
Mr. O'Reilly was my math teacher at St. Thomas in Norwalk. I never forgot him. He was strict, but so kind and a wonderful teacher. He taught my friends and I the Irish jig. I am so glad to hear he lived a full life. May he rest in everlasting peace. My deepest sympathy to his family.
Jennifer Azary
December 21, 2015 | Shelton, CT
Marilyn Arenson
December 21, 2015 | Gladtonbury, CT
Our depest condolences to the whole family.
We all loved Jim, he was a great musicians and singer.
May his soul rest in peace.
Marilyn Arenson
Ukulele
Marilyn Arenson
December 21, 2015 | Gladtonbury, CT
Jim was a quiet yet welcoming person at Glastonbury's Starbucks every day I happened to be there...he had such a wealth of knowledge and wisdom that he shared with those of us lucky enough to know him. Ever so often his keen sense of humor emerged. It is difficult to learn he has passed. If only we could have had another day with this wonderful guy.
Claudia traskos
December 20, 2015 | Glastonbury, CT
On behalf of AARP Chapter 2010 and myself, I want to send Sympathy and Prayers to Jim's family. I also want to say what a delight it was to have Jim play the piano for us at the beginning of our Meetings...he will be missed. Cherish the Memories and Treasure the Special Moments....Angela Marie Russo, President, AARP Chapter 2010
ANGELA MARIE RUSSO
December 20, 2015 | Glastonbury, CT
We are all saddened with the news of Jim's passing here at Starbucks. There wasn't a day that went by that Jim wasn't here with a smile on his face and a story from the heart. And boy did he have stories! Our heartfelt condolences to Jim's family, May he Rest In Peace. We will miss him...
Erin Twible
December 20, 2015