Deirdre Clare Reilly
April 04, 1959 - February 16, 2016
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Deirdre Clare Reilly
April 04, 1959 - February 16, 2016
Obituary
Deirdre Clare Reilly, 56, of Aliso Viejo. Following a long struggle with cancer she died peacefully on February 16, 2016, in her home surrounded by family. Daughter of Dolores F. Reilly and the late Dr. Philip J. Reilly of Sacramento, Deirdre is survived by her mother; siblings: Chris, Paul, Seana, Mary, Tom and Conn; sisters-in-law, Suzanne, Bridget, Paula; as well as her exuberant and loving extended family including her uncle, aunts, many cousins, nieces and nephews, and devoted friends. She was preceded in death by her beloved brother, Philip A. Reilly.
Deirdre was Sacramento born and bred. She spent elementary years at Our Lady of the Assumption, graduated from Loretto High School, and studied at American River College. Deirdre was a dedicated union member and 31-year employee of Pacific Bell and AT&T.
A creative spirit who shone brightest within the circle of her family and friends, Deirdre’s laughter and smiles will be missed.
Deirdre’s memorial service will be held:
Saturday, April 16, 2016
1:00 to 4:00pm
Folsom Rotary Clubhouse
7150 Baldwin Dam Road
Folsom, CA 94630
20 responses to Deirdre Clare Reilly
David Navarro says:
February 20, 2016
Reilly Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Deirdre for many years at the telephone company. As was written earlier, Deirdre’s laughter and smiles will truly be missed. The photo you selected to share on this page is a wonderful example of how bright her smile is and how I will always remember her. May our fondest memories of Deirdre live forever in our hearts.
-David Navarro-
Retired AT&T
Lisa Usher-Staats says:
February 20, 2016
Dear Mary and the Reilly family,
May you find serenity and peace as you grieve the passing of your sister Deidre, and celebrate the strength of love between family and friends today and in the months to come.
My dear friend Mary – I am so sorry for your loss, and hope that you know you are loved and cherished, in this difficult time.
Love,
Lisa and Tim Staats
mrei says:
February 20, 2016
Lit a candle in memory of Deirdre Clare Reilly
Zoletia (Zoe) Abram says:
February 20, 2016
So sorry to hear of your loss. I worked at Marconi with her and she was a beautiful bright light and she will be missed. Praying for your family at this time.
julie migliorato says:
February 21, 2016
All my thoughts and prayers go out to the Reilly family at this time.
It seemed a light always followed Deirdre into the room when she entered, along with her bright smile. May you feel that same light comfort you for the rest of the days of your lives as well. I believe she will always be close to those that she loved, be it friend or family.
Although I haven’t had the pleasure of seeing her for many years she is one of the co-workers that I will always have fond memories of.
I probably haven’t seen her in over 10 years but strangely enough, another friend and I brought her name up in conversation just yesterday talking about her humor and smile. We had no idea of this sad news at the time.
Please know she was loved and will be very missed by many.
I am so saddened to lose yet another “AT&T family member” at much to young of an age!
Prayers going out for peace and “Deirdre’s light” to you all,
Julie Migliorato