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Shannon O'Reilly Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Dec. 28 to Dec. 29, 2005.

O'REILLY, Shannon John Suddenly on December 12, 2005, at Lake Louise, Alberta. Shannon O'Reilly, age 35. Survived by his wife Lara (Fode), Vancouver, British Columbia, whom he loved with all his heart and could be separated from only in death. Only son of John O'Reilly of Gatineau (Aylmer) Quebec and the late Carolyn (Kluke) O'Reilly. Dear brother of Lili (Brad Patton), Boston, Massachusetts, and Tara, Gatineau (Aylmer), Quebec. Proud uncle of Anya and Delenn O'Reilly-Patton. He also leaves behind to mourn numerous aunts, uncles and cousins, mainly in the Outaouais and Pontiac Regions of Quebec, as well as the Fode family in Perth, Australia. Born in Shawville, Quebec and raised in Aylmer, Shannon worked in Ottawa and Toronto, Ontario before establishing a life for himself 15 years ago in his beloved adopted city of Vancouver, BC. He moved to Lake Louise, Alberta one year ago. Shannon was very personable and caring and he developed many close and dear friendships over the years. He will be missed by all. Visitation will take place at the Funerarium Beauchamp, 47 Denise Friend, Gatineau (Aylmer), Friday, December 30, 2005 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The Funeral Mass will follow at 11:00 a.m. at St. Mark's Church, 160 Principale, Gatineau (Aylmer). A reception luncheon will be served in the church hall following the service. Memorial services are also being planned by friends in Vancouver and Lake Louise.

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January 26, 2006

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Gaby Sgaga

January 26, 2006

Shannon had an impact on many people's lives, including my own. His kindness, generousity, intelligent wit and sense of fun are qualities about him that I will always remember. I'm glad to have had him in my life and there will always be a place in my heart for him.

Douglas Pollock

January 9, 2006

Dear John:

Betty and I share your loss of Shannon. Please accept our deepest condolences.

Betty & Doug Pollock

Kanata, Ontario

Doris Pilon

January 8, 2006

Dear John, Lili and Tara

On the loss of your son and brother. We have many happy memories of Shannon from the time he was born. When we visited him in Vancouver, he was all smiles and full of happiness.

His untimely death came as quite a shock. He will always be remembered.

You are in our thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.

We miss him.

Aunt Doris(O'Reilly)and uncle Maurice Pilon.

Glenn Saunders

January 7, 2006

The news of Shannon`s death has left me quite sad. Shannon and I had been friends for many years. He was like a brother to me. Shannon and I had lost contact with each other the last year and I had tried to track him down but I had no luck. Perhaps I didn`t try hard enough. You don`t realize till something is gone. My thoughts were always with him and I will always love and remember him. He was a great influence on my life. I miss him.

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Doris and Donald Fox

January 6, 2006

Dear John, Lili and Tara:

Donald and I were saddened to hear about Shannon's passing.

You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.

With deepest condolences,

Tyler Campbell

January 5, 2006

I only knew Shannon briefly but during the time I spent with him he always had a smile on his face. He was one of the most gentle and friendly people I have ever met. The world is at a loss without him. God Bless.

Alison and Dave Hatler

January 4, 2006

Dear John and family, We are saddened by the news of the loss of your much loved son and brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time.

Allison Catmur

January 4, 2006

I feel like I have gotten to know Shannon over the past few weeks through the memories of him expressed by his family and friends. His qualities of generosity, friendship, and joie de vivre are admirable. I will remember his words: "everyday is a gift" and let that guide my own actions in the New Year and beyond.

My condolences Tara, John and Lili, and to all his family and friends.

Sean MacLaren

January 4, 2006

I wish to extend an invitation to any and all friends of Shannon O’Reilly. A wake will be held at 5:00pm on Sunday the 8th of January at IZ Lounge, located at 1880 Lorne St. just east of Main on third Ave, in Vancouver. Any one who new him is welcome, and will find himself amongst friends.

Sarah & Dave

January 3, 2006

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.

We will miss you dearly and you will always be in our hearts.

D'Arcy Butler

January 3, 2006

I worked with Shannon during the summer of 2004 in Dawson City. He was one of the nicest kindest guys that I have ever met. It seemed no matter what happened he always had a smile on his face.

He will be missed.

cody benedict

January 3, 2006

Shannon was a decent good human being. We will meet again in the afterworld this I am sure. Best wishes to Shannons family and wife

Annelie Caron

January 3, 2006

Tara, Lily & John,

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time. Shannon was certainly surrounded by a wonderful and loving family. xoxox

Margaret and Bob Walton

January 3, 2006

John, Tara, Lili and Brad,

The entire Kluke family feels your sorrow. We are very happy to have spent some time with Shannon on one of our visits out west. It is now up to us all to keep his memory alive.

With love,

Lili O'Reilly

January 2, 2006

We were close friends as well as siblings. I'll miss laughing and jesting with him. I'll miss talking for hours about anything and everything on the phone. His nieces, Anya and Delenn will miss knowing a wonderful uncle, who always wanted to know about them. I'll even miss the hockey pools. I'll just miss him. His life was too short.

Tracy Wiggins

December 30, 2005

My heart goes out to you all. Shannon was a wonderful friend and will be missed by all. We worked together for many years at the Rage and Yuk Yuks, he wasn't only my boss but one of the dearest friends I could ask for.

Friendship forever...

Shannon tuning Dean's guitar. 2003

December 29, 2005

Shannon at Hollywood Blvd. 2003

December 29, 2005

Mary Baskin

December 29, 2005

Dear John, Lili and Tara:

You are in my thoughts and prayers, and those of my family, at this difficult time. Whenever I think of Shannon, I will remember his open acceptance of all those he met, his hospitality, his beautiful smile and his caring manner.

With love, Mary

Dennis, Kelly, Emily, Jennifer Pilon

December 29, 2005

Sincere condolences to the family and friends of Shannon. He was a wonderful young man. I got to spend some good times with him growing up in the Ottawa Valley and again when he was the manager of Yuk Yuk's in Vancouver.

Don and Ellie Rankin

December 29, 2005

John and Family.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.

Shannon.Venice Beach California

December 29, 2005

James Pilon

December 28, 2005

My sincere condolences to Shannon's family on his untimely passing. I have very fond memories of him from earlier years in his life. Again, my deepest sympathies.

Kelly Carscadden

December 28, 2005

There just never seems to be appropriate words at a time like this to express our emotions. I extend to Shannon's family and friends my deepest condolences, and will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.

Alyre and Lise Brideau

December 28, 2005

Our sincere condolences to the family.

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