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Geraldine O'Reilly Obituary

O'Reilly, Geraldine S. "Gerry" (nee Silha) born in Cicero, IL to the late Jerold and Anna Silha. A graduate of Cook County School of Nursing where she met her beloved husband, the late Clarence J. "Bud" O'Reilly M.D.; loving mother of Michael (Denise), William (Linda), Daniel (Kristine), Mary (John Lyons), Maura (Lawrence Schindler) and David (Janet) O'Reilly; cherished grandmother of Jack (Liberty), Lindsay (Randy), Kaelin, Michael, Ryan, Gina, Katie, Beth, Matthew, Tom, Margret, Patrick, Danny, Samanthe, Maddy, Larry (Meghann), Beth, Kristin, Collin, Alec and Ashleigh; dearest great-grandmother of Shae; devoted sister of the late Evelyn (Hank) Souhrada; fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Gerry was a tireless volunteer throughout her life including Caritas, Girl Scouts, Fortnightly and a founding member of the Palos Community Hospital Women's Auxiliary. She enjoyed tending to her grandchildren and garden. Visitation will be Friday 2 to 9 PM. Funeral Saturday 9:15 AM from Lawn Funeral Home 7732 W. 159th St. Orland Park, IL 60462 to St. Alexander Church. Mass 10:00 AM. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. According to Gerry's wishes, no flowers please. Memorial donations should be directed to Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine or the St. Vincent DePaul Society. Funeral Info: 708-429-3200

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 21, 2012.

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Jane S. Smith

December 13, 2012

She was a warm and giving friend for over 60 years. She was very special to me.

Suzan Smith

December 13, 2012

Our family just learned of Gerry's Passing; we shared a lifetime of memories. She was a most-awesome person. She lives on in each of you. "Suz"

Bianca Nicklas-Hoffmann

July 1, 2012

I will miss Mrs. O´Reilly. I will keep her for ever in my memories. She was one of the grates woman I meet in teh USA.
Love to her and her family
Bianca Nicklas-Hoffmann

Julie Ready Kay

June 25, 2012

You have my sympathy and prayers on the loss of your mother. She was a lovely lady, always so friendly and caring. My parents valued their friendship with her and your father. She will be missed. May she rest in peace.

Hugh & Birgit O'Brien

June 24, 2012

We were so sad to hear of Gerry's passing. She will be sorely missed at The Lido. She was such a kind and wise lady with a great sense of humour. A beautiful person. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends.

June 24, 2012

Our deepest condolences! Gerri was a great lady and she had a wonderful sense of humor! We had some good talks by the pool in Florida. She will be truly missed!!! Rich & Barb Cieslak

Debbie Busch

June 24, 2012

Mrs. O'Reilly will be missed. Growing up in the neighborhood, she was always a wonderful presence. Prayers to all of her family.

Mary Malloy

June 23, 2012

Our love and prayers to our old Palos neighbors and friends, the O'Reillys. Your mom was such a nice lady. God speed. Mary, Lisa and Carol Malloy

Therese O'Grady

June 23, 2012

Sorry to hear of your Moms passing...I remember her always being so nice to all the friends that came over to visit Maura (and there were so many) You could just feel how much she cared. Sending you all prayers and love

Susanne Gleason

June 23, 2012

Awe...Aunt Gerry we will miss you...love and rest in peace...

Sullivans

June 22, 2012

Mrs. O'Reilly sounds like she was a very beautiful person-loving, caring, sharing, and fun! We only wish that we could have met her!!

James & Frances Patacsil

June 22, 2012

It was very sad to here That Geri O'Reilly passed away. Our thoughts
and prayers are with her entire family. She will be missed.

Victoria

June 21, 2012

My thoughts go out to all the O'Reilly's. Gerry was a wonderful woman , such an open heart to all that knew her .
I am sorry for your loss, my prayers are with you.

Craig Zeller

June 21, 2012

Mrs O"Reilly was special caring person. She exemplified all what should strive to be.

Cheryl Tuma-Portner

June 21, 2012

I have so many wonderful memories of Gerry. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Sandra M

June 21, 2012

Thoughts and prayers go out to the O'Reilly family. Geri was a kind, wonderful woman with a great sense of humor. I'm blessed for having known her and will never forget her. May she rest in eternal peace.

Peg Houston-Domingo

June 21, 2012

I was deeply saddened to learn of Mrs.O'Reilly's passing. She was a wonderful person, and I was privileged to have known her. My deepest sympathy to the entire O'Reilly family.

Meredith Obiala

June 21, 2012

Sending my condolences to all of the O'Reilly's. Some of my favorite memories are being at Grandma O's in the summertime. She was the best, and will surely be missed.

Liz Kukiela

June 21, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

June 21, 2012

What a wonderful woman Mrs. O'Reilly was. Many thoughts and prayers go out to your family.

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