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Raymond Gerard O'Reilly

FUNERAL HOME

Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks-Griffin Memorial Park, Mortuary & Crematory

5600 Lindero Canyon Road

Thousand Oaks, California

Raymond O'Reilly Obituary

Raymond Gerard O'Reilly

Thousand Oaks, CA

Raymond Gerard O'Reilly - a 50 year resident of Thousand Oaks, died suddenly on December 10, 2015. Raymond was preceded in death by his wife and eldest child Ray Jr. and is survived by his children, Donna O'Reilly, Gregory O'Reilly, Candice O'Reilly, Chantal Holmes, Gregory's wife Kristy and Chantal's husband, Paul, 11 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren and his sister Marie from Chicago.

Born in Dublin, Ireland February 16, 1933 to Mary and Matthew O'Reilly, Raymond was the 2nd of 5 children. After leaving Ireland he moved to England and then Canada till he was able to immigrate into the US where he made Chicago his home. In 1955 after a short 6 week courtship Raymond married Barbara his beautiful and loving wife. Inducted into the US Army Raymond was immediately sent to Germany with his new bride. They returned to Chicago where they started their great big, loud and beautiful family. Their love was as strong in the end as it was in the beginning. Raymond shared 60 years of marriage with Barbara and is now in heaven with her.

Growing up in Ireland he learned the gift of the gab and with an Irish brogue he told his stories as he traveled throughout this beautiful world. He gave love and shared his home with anyone who needed a place to rest or a stomach to fill. His love and generosity were felt not only within the walls of his home but for thousands of miles beyond.

He was dearly loved as a husband and father, respected and loved by his friends. His smiling Irish eyes will be missed by many but his love will be remembered by all!

Gone, but not forgotten! We love you Dad?.Forever

Wake Thursday December 17 5-9 pm

Funeral Friday December 18 10 am

Address Pierce Brothers Valley Oaks Memorial Park

5600 Lindero Canyon Road, Westlake Village, CA.

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Published by Ventura County Star on Dec. 17, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Raymond O'Reilly

17 Entries

Colleen Lilly

May 24, 2016

Oh Mr. Ray O'Reilly, Do you have any idea how you effected so many people. I will so miss seeing that sweet smile and your gleaming eyes.
Just seeing you walk through the doors would brighten my day.
I loved hearing your stories and the sound advice that you would give.
You were one of the very first Vendors that I got to know when I first started working as a Receptionist at Costco Corporate Offices, some twenty odd years ago. I remember that you would bring us large quantities of vitamins to keep us healthy. We took those vitamins religiously for years. It seems that you always had your hand in something new and upcoming. Just hearing the stories of your travels would wear me out.
You lived life to the fullest and never seemed to slow down. Your mind and wit stayed sharp and you never really seemed to age.
I will always remember you and miss that sweet kind way that you had about you. Thank you for all of your help and kind words throughout the years.
To Ray's family, I am so very sorry for your loss. It made my heart happy as I read your words about knowing that he is with his true love again, his son and most importantly, with Jesus. How wonderful it is that this is not goodbye - but until we meet again.
Donna, I am so sorry that I did not get to see you on your last visit. When I had heard from the Receptionists that you had told them that your dad was gone, I tried to find you but I think you had already left. I know how much you two loved and liked each other. I really just wanted to give you a hug. I hope that I will be able to see you again soon and collect that hug. Take Care.

Raymond and Barbara

December 31, 2015

Gregory O'Reilly

December 30, 2015

You father I will and have already missed you. I know your in a better place. Right next to a Costco Warehouse :} I will miss our deep sea fishing trips. And how you would explain to me that this fishing trip is better then anything a school could teach you. Plus I didn't have to go to school. I am happy for you. You lived life to the fullest. But, Truckee CA is were you decided to leave and go to Mom. It is a beautiful mountain range. It's impossible to say in words my love for you. You made me a tough and strong man. Just like you. But, even tough guy's have a breaking point. I love you. And smile at the World and it will smile back upon you.

December 29, 2015

Marie
Very sorry to hear this news.I met you and Ray only last summer in Matthew's garden in Dublin where Ray gave me solid advice on getting product onto shop shelves, and I gave you a bar of soap ! Our discussion was about soap manufacture and distribution.I was so looking forward to meeting Ray again.Heartfelt condolences.Peter Dwyer.

Paul O Reilly

December 23, 2015

I will miss the phone calls from " himself" .. A great inspirational Uncle and Friend . Gone but will never be forgotten ...
Your living Nephew Paul.
As we have a saying in the Irish language Ni bheidh a leitheid ann aris. This means there will never be his equal.

Cliff Robichaud

December 22, 2015

Although I only knew Ray for a short time I quickly came to realize he was a man of many great qualities. One of which, his wit & humor, was on display every day when he'd stop by the warehouse to say hello to Don and anyone else in his path that day. His desire and ability to create and share a laugh or a smile have created fond memories.

Thoughts and prayers go out to the Friends and Family of Ray.

December 21, 2015

Marie,
I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother. I know how close you both were. May God comfort and bless your family this holiday season.
Hugs,
Jackie Kolze (Butler Group)

Margaret Elias

December 21, 2015

Even though I didn't know Ray for very long, I was fortunate enough to join Eurow & O'Reilly and at least get to know him for a few months. I will never forget his enthusiasm for new things and the time he would take to speak to each one of us sharing stories of his past and imparting his wisdom. Ray, you will be missed!

Monica Frystak

December 20, 2015

Dear Marie- My deepest sympathies to you and your family during this difficult time. What a year this has been for you all. While I never met Raymond, I have heard so many loving stories from you over the yrs. that I feel I have gotten to know a small part of him through our conversations and friendship. There was never any doubt in my mind that he was very dearly loved and one of "THE BEST".

My thoughts and prayers go out to each of you at this time. I am hoping all those wonderful memories of the laughter, the conversations, and fun times shared, will help see you through this in the days to come.

Stay strong my friend and safe trip home. I will be here with a big hug when you get back. Much Love, Monica in Chicago

Candice O'Reilly

December 19, 2015

I miss you dad.

December 17, 2015

Ray was the quintessential friendly man, and the quintessential happy worker. He loved his work right to the end, and he loved people right to the end. All people and all marketplaces, TO to China and everywhere in between. There wasn't a hint of pride or materialism in his soul, just a song and a love for making the day worthwhile, fun and productive. I wish the world had more Rays. Rays of light into this selfish and shallow world. Shine on, Ray!

Acomplished at everything he set out to do, loved fishing with the "crew"

Melodi McMillan

December 17, 2015

Raymond & Barbara created an endearing & eternal love story! Their spirits live on in our hearts & cherished memories. Rest In Peace!

Melodi McMillan

December 17, 2015

Donna O'Reilly

December 16, 2015

Dad,

I love you from the very depth of my being. You were my hero, my mentor, my advisor, my business partner and friend. I love you dearly and will miss you all the days of my life. I am who I am because of you and I will always remember that and cherish you for that. I have adored you all my life and will continue to do so till I meet you, Mom and Ray again in heaven.

My father is in heaven.
My father is with my mother.
I will love you forever.

Your darling daughter Donna dimples.

Kim Thomas

December 16, 2015

Ray always had a smile on his face, a story to share, a compliment to give and a perspective like no other. He was generous, kind, a man of integrity and genuinely loved what he did. Most of all, I think, he loved the people he encountered in all parts of his life. He will be sorely missed but, the insight, wisdom and guidance he has given so many will live with in all that he touched. I am honored to have known and learned from him.

clare grealy

December 16, 2015

A truely likeable charachter and a fiendish rogue. Thank you for the endless happy memories of past summers in Calle Pecos.
From the irish Kiddo. Clare.

My Dad and Mom with Reilly for his HS Graduation May 2015

Candice O'Reilly

December 15, 2015

My father. the one man who has always loved and supported me through all my challenges. I miss him so much I can hardly think about life without him. To be able to call him when I just want to say hi. Or ask for advise. I couldn't be prouder than I am now to be one of his daughters. to be a product of the love he and my mother shared. To be one of his children. I am blessed beyond words to have had a father such as him. God blessed me, my mother, and my brothers and sisters with the kind and loving man our father was. my heart will never be the same for he is gone, but it will be filled with love because he is with me and in my heart till I meet him and my mom in heaven one day. my heart breaks with sadness but rejoices knowing he is with my mom, my brother Ray Ray and of course with God.

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