Lilliam Reyes

Lilliam Reyes obituary

Lilliam Reyes

Lilliam Reyes Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Scillieri-Arnold Funeral Home - Paterson on Aug. 9, 2025.

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It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Lilliam Reyes who departed this world on

Friday, August 1, 2025, at the age of 66. She was a beyond cherished sister, a devoted mother, a loving grandmother, great grandmother and a dear friend to many.

Born on July 4th,1959, in Humacao, Puerto Rico. Love knew no bounds, and she touched the lives of everyone who had the privilege of knowing her.

Lilliam was a devoted mother to her beloved daughter, Nildalys Rodriguez, beloved son Wilfred Bonilla, daughter in law Jennifer Jimenez , and a proud grandmother to her precious grandchildren, Jovier , Dontè, Amarylis, Remie & her great granddaughter Kaylani who brought immense joy and laughter to her life. She found great happiness in spending time with family, sharing stories, listening to music,talking on the phone with family & friends over FaceTime,watching her tv shows, and creating memories that will be treasured forever.

Lilliam, was a strong women and a warrior, a ray of sunshine to all that had privilege of being graced with her presence. Her time on earth will be remembered by her love, compassion, her need to help others, and her unwavering faith in God. Her passing has left a void in the hearts of her family, friends, and those who were touched by her. She was loved by all, and was the respected patriarch of her family. She leaves behind a legacy of love, strength, and resilience, which will live on in the hearts of all. We ask that you remember her not for the way her life ended, but the way it was lived, and the ever-lasting mark she left on the lives of those who had the pleasure of knowing her. Though she is no longer physically with us, May her spirit continue to guide and inspire us & live on in the hearts of those she left behind, a beacon of light and love that will guide us forever. Rest in peace, Lilliam you will forever be missed, but never forgotten.

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