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Ann O'REILLY Obituary

O'REILLY, Ann Elizabeth (Collins) Ann O'Reilly, 52, of Healdsburg and San Jose died peacefully on February 22nd, 2017, in Dana Point, California with her mother and sister by her side. Ann loved to swim and as a swim instructor leaves schools of enthusiastic swimmers, from infants to seniors, in her wake. Ann was a kind and generous soul and a gifted care giver. She loved books, the Oscars and Burt Lancaster. Ann was predeceased by her father Ben Tabor Collins of Healdsburg. She is survived by her mother Marilyn Collins of Healdsburg, husband Stephen O'Reilly and cherished daughter Audra O'Reilly of San Jose; sister Jackie Meese, brother-in-law Paul Meese, nieces, Crystal Meese, Paige Meese and nephew Connor Meese of Healdsburg; her aunt Alice, several cousins and countless friends. A memorial of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to 12 South Recovery, 33871 Golden Lantern Street, Dana Point, CA 92629-2371 Attn: Leslie Scrivner.

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Published by Press Democrat from Mar. 3 to Mar. 6, 2017.

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Jeff Foge

March 13, 2017

To our family of cousins, we are saddened for the loss of Ann. She has left a legacy that will be remembered by so many. I will always have wonderful memories of my family being with the cousins. Ann, you will be missed. Rest in peace. Jeff and Claudine Foge

Courtney Foge

March 7, 2017

My condolences to this wonderful family. So many great memories growing up and spending holidays and summers at your house learning how to swim. My prayers are with you.

Eric Geaslin

March 4, 2017

Ann was the Greatest and always looked out for me and everyone around her. She was like a "Mother hen". I met Ann and her lovely family when we were in Jr High School and I still remember summer days swimming in her family's pool in Healdsburg. I hope to see you on the other side Anna Bo Banna.

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Jane Murphy

March 3, 2017

You were the first baby in my life and I loved you from the moment I met you. Rest in Peace Sweet Ann.

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