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Eleanore Reilly Obituary

Reilly, Eleanore Mae

Beloved wife for 64 years to Ken Reilly, who passed away January 28, 2023. Loving mother of 5 children; Susan (Tom) Niemiera, Cathy (Bill) Madura, Jeff (Gail) Reilly, Michelle (Bob) Holesha and Doug Reilly. Adored grandmother to Tom, Lauren, Zak, Julia, Sean, Adam, Ethan, and Annie and Great Grandmother to Aiden & Shelby. Eleanore had an infectious laugh, could keep up on the dance floor with her beloved Ken which was not an easy task for anyone, and could be a force of nature when you'd least expect it. The latter part of her life was, unfortunately, filled with some major health issues for both Ken and herself. Ken's long battle with Alzheimer's and her own issue with kidney failure and dialysis. She was known at Davita Kidney Care as "Jazzy." She was one of the few patient's to get all dressed up three times a week for her long sessions and would always arrive in her shiny Cadillac. Eleanore will be terribly missed but her family knows that Eleanore and Ken are together again which brings them comfort during this sad time. Visitation Saturday, March 4th, from 9 am until time of chapel prayers, 11 am at the KERRY FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION CARE CENTER, 7020 W. 127th Street, Palos Heights. Proceeding to St. Alexander Church, Mass 11:30 am. Interment will be private. www.kerryfh.com ~ (708) 361.4235 ~ www.facebook.com/kerryfuneral

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 3, 2023.

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The Costello Family

March 5, 2023

Our Deepest Sympathy to the Reilly Family on the passing of Eleanor. Know that we will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. The Costello Family.

Sandy Hill

March 4, 2023

On behalf of BrightStar Care Orland Park, we send our condolences on the passing of Eleanor Reilly. We have thoroughly enjoyed taking excellent care of this beloved member of Cathy Madura´s family. Our Caregivers enjoyed Eleanor´s lively personality and we´re honored to have been a valued part of her support system for the past year. Cathy, thank you for entrusting Eleanor´s in-home healthcare needs into our hands. The mutual love and respect shared between you and your mom made working with you and Eleanor an absolute delight. Eleanor will be greatly missed by all of us, especially by her dedicated team of Caregivers. Our prayers are with you and your entire family.
Sincerely,
Sandy Hill
Client Care Coordinator
BrightStar Care Orland Park

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