Name: Visitation for Michael Ian Reilly
Start: 2020-11-02T21:00:00.000Z
End: 2020-11-03T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Wallingford Funeral Home - Wallingford

Michael Ian Reilly, 20, of Wallingford, died unexpectedly, Sunday, October 25, 2020, due to injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident. He was born in Meriden, February 19, 2000, son of Ian Reilly and Nancy (Pannone) Reilly of Wallingford. He graduated from Lyman Hall H.S., a member of the class of 2019. He was currently working for Under Armour in Clinton, CT, where he thoroughly enjoyed his job. His co-workers meant so much to Michael and were like his second family. Michael was a basketball player for many years in the town of Wallingford as well as in the court of his home with his many friends especially Griffin and Nick. Michael at the early age of 2 was diagnosed with Crohn's disease and was a fighter and survivor of this disease for the last 18 years. Michael especially loved his time at Waters Edge in Westbrook, CT, walking to Salt Island during low tides, sitting on the deck listening to music. He was an avid gamer and made many friends from all over the world especially Luis from Texas. He was huge New England Patriots fan. In addition to his loving parents, he is survived by his brother, Joseph Reilly; sisters, Maria and Angela Reilly; maternal grandmother, Luisa Pannone; uncles, Christopher Reilly (Denise) who was his Godfather, Paul Pannone (Rose), Benny Pannone; cousins, Nicole and Patrick Reilly, Christina Perelli (Michael), Anthony Pannone (Kelly), Julia Pannone, Sophia Pannone, and Serena Pannone; and Godmother, Jennifer Puzziffero (Artie). He was predeceased by his paternal grandparents, Joseph and Penny Reilly; and his maternal grandfather, Antonio Pannone "Nonno". His family will receive relatives and friends on Monday, Nov. 2nd, from 4 to 7 pm in The Wallingford Funeral Home, 809 N. Main St. Ext. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday at 10 am directly at the Church of the Resurrection, 115 Pond Hill Road, Wallingford. Interment will follow at In Memoriam Cemetery in Wallingford. (COVID-19 Precautions will be followed and masks required at all places of service). For those unable to attend the mass in person, they may safely watch the funeral via a livestream available on his online obituary page at www.wallingfordfh.com In lieu of flowers, please consider giving to Connecticut Children's in memory of Michael Reilly. Gifts can be made by checks, payable to Connecticut Children's Medical Center Foundation, Inc. and may be given or mailed to the family at 95 Saw Mill Dr., Wallingford, CT 06492.

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Published by The Record-Journal from Oct. 29 to Oct. 30, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Michael Reilly

Sponsored by Wallingford Funeral Home - Wallingford.

34 Entries

Gina Berrafati

November 3, 2020

To Nancy, Ian, and all,
You are in our prayers at this impossible time. May God bless you and give you strength.
With love,
Gina, Bernadette, Aunt Carmelina and Uncle Joe

Nancy Cuomo

November 3, 2020

To my dear cousin Nancy, Ian and the entire family,
Our hearts are broken for the loss of Michael, your beautiful son. The service today was so touching. Maria, your brother would be so proud of you. What a beautiful eulogy you delivered. May he rest in peace in the arms of the angels.

Colin Dube

November 3, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Ania Shea

November 3, 2020

Ian, Nancy, and family,
We're so sorry for your sadness. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Thinking of you.
Sincerely,
Ania, Samantha, Kyle Shea

Diane Tommessilli

November 2, 2020

My heart breaks for you and your family. RIP Michael! Love, Diane & Brandon Tommessilli

Mickey Kyger

November 2, 2020

Mike was a great kid who was willing to go that extra mile for anything he did in life. He will always be missed and I'm so proud to have known him. My condolences to his family and friends.

Joanne Schroff

November 2, 2020

My condolences to entire family, I remember all the summers I saw Michael at waters edge with Mom and Dad, Angela, Joe and Maria at indoor pool, he enjoyed being with his family so much!!! Will miss u so much Michael!!!

Clyde Shaffer

November 2, 2020

Really enjoyed getting to know Mike through xbox over the years. He was a great young man with a big heart.

DEBBIE BUZZI AND DONNA LACEY

October 30, 2020

We are sadden to hear of the loss your family has suffered. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you all during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Rachael, Alex and Mykenna Palermo

October 29, 2020

So sorry for your loss. My kids both played basketball with Ian as a coach and my son Alex played on a team with Michael as well as graduated with him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Julie Rossbach Metzger

October 29, 2020

I remember Michael, Joe and Maria from their days at Pond Hill Elementary, and had the pleasure of teaching Angela at Lyman Hall. The pain of losing a sibling is excruciating, matched only by that of losing a child. My heart is with you in this trying time.

Sue Geis

October 29, 2020

Nancy and family, I was devastated to hear this news. My heartfelt sympathy for all of you. I am keeping you all in prayer.

Judy Cosgrove

October 29, 2020

I am at a loss for words, but want you all to know that each of you are in our thoughts and our prayers during this most difficult time. Although I didn't know him personally I heard many wonderful stories of him through Ian at work. I am truly and deeply sorry for your loss. - Judy Cosgrove

Candy Kozak

October 29, 2020

Nancy and Family I am so sorry for your loss.

Diana Green

October 29, 2020

Mike u were truly one of a kind. It was a pleasure to work w you. Im honored to have gotten to know such a genuine sweet soul. I will miss your warm smile at work. May you RIP my friend. My condolences thoughts & prayers to the entire Reilly Family.

Diana Green

October 29, 2020

Diana Green

October 29, 2020

Sarah Babineau

October 29, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. My thoughts are with you all during this time of tragic loss. I did not know Michael, but am one of Angela's teachers, and wanted to let you all know that I have heard such wonderful things about Michael. Please know that we are all thinking of you and your family at Lyman Hall. - Mrs. Babineau (Teacher, LHHS)

Anne Jackson

October 28, 2020

We are so very sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Catherine Nuzzo

October 28, 2020

My heart goes out to your family. Mike was always such a kind person to his fellow classmates and teachers. I feel very fortunate to have had him as my student at Lyman Hall.

With deepest sympathy,
Catherine Nuzzo

louise cook

October 28, 2020

My heart breaks for your family during this difficult time. I am at a loss of words for the loss of your son. Please find some comfort in knowing that we are praying and thinking of your family.

Agnes Garlick

October 28, 2020

So sorry to hear about your son's unexpected passing. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers ❤

Rosalinda DeLucia

October 28, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

QingQing Wang

October 28, 2020

Dear Ian and Nancy, I hope this card finds you surrounded by strength and compassion. Please accept our warmest condolences. Mike was such a nice young man. We are deeply sorry for your loss. Please know we are with you.

Denise Borrelli

October 28, 2020

No words can be consoling when a child is lost.
My thoughts and prayers to the entire Reilly family.

October 28, 2020

Played basketball with him and he was such a nice kid. He treated everyone with respect and was a great teammate. May his soul rest in peace

Diane Canfield

October 28, 2020

Dear Ian, I am so very sorry to hear this news of your son's passing. My heart goes out to you and your family at this time.

Donna Pegg

October 28, 2020

Deepest sympathy for your loss. Michael was a beautiful person with a beautiful smile. My thoughts and prayers for all. (Para LH)

Luis Carnero

October 28, 2020

One of the greatest human beings to ever walk the face of the Earth. I can’t tell you how happy I am that you entered my life. Thank you for being nothing short of amazing. I will never forget you! Rest In Paradise Mike ❤

Nancy Reilly

October 27, 2020

Michael I don’t know what I’m going to do without you here. I love you more than anything. I will miss my son and best friend. I will miss our talks and sitting at our favorite place together on the beach. You were so much like tour mom. You were my eating partner. A piece of me is taken away. Life will not be the same without you in it. You were kind and loved everyone. Rest In Peace until we meet again.

Alphonse Esposito

October 27, 2020

I am very sorry for your loss . He was a great young man . My thoughts and prayers to you all . Al Esposito ( former security guard at LH )

Patrick Carolan

October 27, 2020

My Family, who were at time new to Ct, were embraced by the Reillys soon after we moved here. Great people. I will always remember the Weber League games with Michael in the stands with us a little boy. He grew to be a very nice respectful young man and we will hold our memories of him close to our Hearts. Rest In Peace Mike.