Obituary of Donald Michael O’Reilly

O’Reilly, Donald Michael “Mike” – The death of Donald “Mike” O’Reilly of Saint John, NB, husband of the late Elizabeth “Betty” (Glenn) O’Reilly, occurred on March 30, 2008 at the Saint John Regional Hospital. Born in Verdun, PQ the son of the late Michael and Gladys (McGaghey) O’Reilly. Mike was a member of the Armed Forces for 27 years until his retiring September 1977. He was a Korean Veteran serving with PACLI from 1951-1952. Mike was a member of the RCL Branch # 69. Survived by his daughter, Donna O’Reilly of Saint John, NB; two sisters Marcelina Clark, and Norma Cook both of Saint John, NB; four grandchildren, Jason (Pam)Phillips and Melissa (James)Polley both of Saint John, Stacey Charters of Calgary, AB; and Michael O'Reilly (Zacharis) of Winnipeg, MB; seven great-grandchildren; several cousins, nieces, and nephews, special friend Carol (Myles) Snow, and also Betty’s family. Predeceased by his son, David, one great-grandchild Anthony, his brother, Merlin and one sister, Debbie. Resting at Brenan’s Select Community Funeral Home, 111 Paradise Row, Saint John, (506-634-7424). By request there will be no visiting at the Funeral Home. A Memorial Service will be held in Brenan’s Chapel on Wednesday, April 2, 2008 at 11am. During the service, a Tribute to a Veteran will also take place. Interment to take place at a later date. Remembrances may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.