Joseph Reilly
Joseph Reilly, 81, of Westmont, formerly of Hinsdale. Beloved husband of the late Celeste. Loving father of Brian (Sheila) Reilly, Patti Comenduley and Kirsten (Jeff) Sullivan. Devoted grandfather of 9. Dear brother of the late Dorothy (late Anthony) Santore, the late Helen (late Phil) Mix, the late Jane (late Jim) Barrett and the late Irene Reilly. Fond uncle of many. A private family visitation, funeral Mass and interment will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the Dementia Society of America appreciated. Joe was a newsman/journalist for Chicago City News Bureau and the Chicago Sun-Times for many years. Arrangements entrusted to Hallowell & James Funeral Home at 708/352-6500 or www.hjfunerals.com
Uncle Joe, I know Aunt Celeste was waiting in heaven to welcome you to peace and joy. Your family will miss you but they know you are reunited with her and that will give them peace.
Joe was my boss and the best of them at the Sun-Times. As an assistant city editor, I worked closely with him in the late 1970s and early 1980s on several big stories and hundreds more of the everyday sort. He was smart, thorough and serious about the work. He was respected and well liked by his colleagues for his reporting skills and for his integrity. I always considered him a friend. My condolences to his family at his passing.