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Robert T. O'Reilly

12/03/1936 - 10/01/2010

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Obituary For Robert T. O'Reilly

Robert T. O’Reilly, 73 of Rockland died on October 1, 2010 at the New England Sinai Hospital in Stoughton after a period of failing health. He was born in Hartland Maine, and was raised and educated both there and later in Rockland, graduating from Rockland High School. Mr. O’Reilly also attended business school at the Brockton Business College. Robert worked for over 20 years for the Rockland School Department. Bob was a true family man, he is described by being at his best and happiest when he was with his family. Mr. O’Reilly and his wife opened their hearts, and their home to over 600 foster children over the course of 39 years. Mr. O’Reilly was a big fan of the Red Sox, and loved spending time tending to his garden. Son of Francis and Merideth (Stanhope) O’Reilly of Rockland. He is survived by his wife, Janet M. (Thayer) O’Reilly of Rockland. Father of Cheryl Gillen and her husband Neil of Haverhill, Debra Buresh and her husband Robert of Rockland, Susan Johnson and her husband Glenn of Rockland, Chris O’Reilly and his wife Kathleen of Westville, Sean O'Reilly of Haverhill, Norman O’Reilly of New Bedford, Valerie O’Reilly of Randolph, Mark Pierrot of Rockland, Jack Holit of Rockland, Nilmarie O’Reilly of Rockland, and the late Parna and Nima O’Reilly. Brother of Lois Goodwin and the late Donna Carrara. Also survived by 16 Grandchildren, 2 Great Grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. The O’Reilly family welcome friends and loved ones to celebrate Robert’s life on Wednesday, October 6, 2010 at the Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union St. ROCKLAND from 5:00-8:00PM. A Funeral Home Service will be held on Thursday, October 7, 2010 at 11:00 AM.

Services

6 Oct

Visitation

17:00 PM - 20:00 PM

Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union Street Rockland, MA 02370 Get Directions »
7 Oct

Funeral Service

11:00 AM

Magoun-Biggins Funeral Home 135 Union Street Rockland, MA 02370 Get Directions »
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  • 05/25/2021

    Shantelle (Lambert) Rahwan (22)

    Dear O'Reilly family, im so sorry for your loss. he was my foster father for a while and from what i remember he was awesome! i never got the chance to see him agian or his loving wife Janet. he is in my thoughts and prayers. i apologize for not knowing he passed sooner. i was looking the O'Reilly family up to give them a call. i love you guys always and forever for what you have done for me 🙂 God bless the rest of the family <3

  • 05/25/2021

    dee chaplin

    to the o'reilly family-my deepest sympathy to the whole family- I knew Bob while working for the Rockland Schools- He was truely a gentle man and a gentleman-May he rest in peace.

  • 05/25/2021

    Theresa (Robbins) Laychak

    Dearest family, I have only fond memories of the O'Reilly household. Fun, laughter, joking, horseplaying etc... usually led by Mr. O'Reilly. The serious, caring man was intertwined with the funloving man. My heart grieves with you. Know that my prayers are going heavenward for you. Love you, Terry

  • 05/25/2021

    Judy Taylor Barahona

    Dearest Mrs. O'Reilly, Cheri and the O'Reilly family, As with Faith, I too have great memories of being a teen and hanging at the O'Reilly's on Albion St. When I close my eyes I can still see the bright eyes and the huge, never ending smile of Mr. O'Reilly. It upsets me to know how he suffered as his life was all about making his home the home of so many suffering children in need. Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow. You have my deepest sympathy.

  • 05/25/2021

    Faith Sharp

    Dear Mrs. O'Reilly, Cheri and family. I am sorry for your loss and am praying for you and your family during these days and weeks of grieving. I have such fond memories of being at your home. It was filled with so much fun and laughter and children. You were an amazing household and one where the two of you worked together as a team and raised an incredible family. You were an inspiration to so many lives...more than you will ever realize. I pray peace for each of you as celebrate the life and legacy Mr. O has left behind. Faith Sharp

  • 05/25/2021

    Joan & Rick Petersen

    Cheri and family, I am sorry for your loss. Your father/husband/grandfather and father in-law is not in discomfort anymore and I am sure he is catting up a storm with all of his kids right now. He will be missed but you know that he will never be forgotten.

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