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Bernard O'Reilly Obituary

Entered into peaceful rest May 1, 2005 at age 80. Beloved husband of Caroline (nee Fennig) for over 57 years. Loving father of Duane, Helane (Mark Bealhen) O'Reilly, Michelle (James) O'Reilly-Small, Debbi (Jim) O'Reilly-Christensen and Penny (John) O'Reilly-O'Hare. Loving grandfather of 14 and great-grandfather of 3. Dear brother of Margaret Oredson-Voltz. Also survived by nieces, nephews, other family and friends. Served in U.S. Navy during WW II on LST 495. He was a West Allis fireman for 37 years and retired as Captain. Volunteer with Zoo Pride for 18 years.

Mass of Christian Burial on Fri., 10 AM at MARY QUEEN OF HEAVEN, 2322 S. 106th Street (please meet at church). Interment St. Adalbert Cemetery. Memorials to the Parkinson Foundation or American Cancer Society. Visitation Thurs., 4 PM to 8 PM at the Funeral Home. Vigil Service at 7:30 PM.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on May 4, 2005.

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Jay Wnuk

May 5, 2005

Duane, I'm sorry to hear of the passing of your father. I remember him and your mother coming to a number of our softball games. If I remember correctly, you told me that he even played with us once. My thoughts are with you and your family.



Jay

Georgia Wright

May 4, 2005

Bernie and Caroline always helped out with our preschool education programs at the zoo called Rudolph's Adventures. Bernie was the perfect Santa and Caroline was his faithful wife, Mrs. Claus. The children enjoyed them for many years. Bernie was such a kind and gentle person. He always had a joke to make me laugh. I, too, loved their donuts. He will be missed.

Harvey and Mary Sadler nee Fiebelkorn

May 4, 2005

Dear Carol and Family. I have a habit of looking at the obits every day that I pick up a paper, and happened to see Bernie's name. Our sincere condolences to you and your family. I remember when you used to come out to the house by Lake Denoon and we would pick rhubarb for you. Take care and God Bless.

Lori Kuri

May 4, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of loss. Lori Thome-Kuri ('78 WA Central)

Aurora B

May 4, 2005

I have such fond memories of Bernie the Zoo Prider who made the wonderful cakes and donuts and spoiled us rotten. Bernie and Caroline also played the part of Mr and Mrs Claus for one of our classes. My thoughts and prayers go out to Caroline and the family at this time. I'm always thinking about you.

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