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Published by Legacy Remembers on May 17, 2024.

James T. O'Reilly passed away peacefully at home on May 12, 2024. Jim graduated from Boston College & University of Virginia Law. He was formerly Associate General Counsel at Procter & Gamble, taught at the UC Colleges of Law and Medicine for 43 years & authored 55 law related books. He served on the Wyoming City Council, the executive committee of the OKI Regional Council of Governments, the First Suburbs Consortium of Southwest Ohio, and headed the American Bar Association's Section of Administrative Law & Regulatory Practice. During the 1980s he served as President of the Archdiocesan Pastoral Council under Archbishop Joseph Bernardin & was a member of the Smale Cincinnati Infrastructure Commission. He is survived by his wife Carol Parker, daughters Jean Avery & Sister Ann of the Cross O.P. of Our Lady of Grace Monastery, stepdaughters Holly and Sara Schmitt, 5 grandchildren & 5 siblings. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The UC Foundation, James O'Reilly Scholarship.

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October 30, 2024

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May 22, 2024

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May 22, 2024

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Jackie Drew

October 30, 2024

Jim was beloved by all who had the honor of knowing him. As a prolific author, dedicated professor, and tireless volunteer. His wisdom lit up countless classrooms and the lives of everyone he encountered. He was always ready with guidance, insight, or a kind word, embodying a true professor´s spirit.

I am forever grateful to have known him-Jim will be deeply missed, but his legacy of kindness and knowledge and influence will continue to inspire.

Connie Pillich

May 22, 2024

Jim was very kind to me so many times. He always offered me wonderful suggestions as I considered challenges. He accompanied me walking door to door in Wyoming to introduce me to folks when I was running for state rep. He was a stellar example of how to truly be a public servant. I am very sad to say goodbye to him.

Ron Miller

May 22, 2024

Jim was so generous and impactful in his volunteer participation and leadership in our local and regional governments - Cincinnati, City of Wyoming, Hamilton County Regional Planning, OKI Regional Council, First Suburbs Consortium, and probably many more. We´ve all been fortunate to have Jim O´Reilly in our community.

Thaddeus Hoffmeister

May 20, 2024

Thanks for everything you did for the city of Wyoming. Your keen intellect and sense of humor will be missed.

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Jane Stieringer Welling

May 18, 2024

Jim was extremely instrumental in representing St. Mary School legallly in the 70's, even so far as taking our case to the Supreme Court. Jim saved the school for future generations. He continued to serve the school in many ways over the years.

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