GEORGE BERNARD REILLY 88, died November 6, 2010 at his home surrounded by his family. George was born in Westcliffe, Colorado on September 7, 1922. He was the 10th of 13 children. After graduating from high school he went into the US Navy from 1942-1945. Through his life he went from being a home builder, grocery store manager and retiring in 1985 from the Oregon State Department of Fish and Wildlife.
George married Irene Ling in 1955 in Beaverton; she preceded him in death in 2009.
George enjoyed hunting and fishing with his sons. He is survived by his 3 children and their spouses. Thomas Reilly (Nelaine), Patrick Reilly (Denise) and Debbie Gerig (John). George has 7 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren, one sister; Margaret Schultz and numerous nieces and nephews.
A private family service will be held and he will be entombed at Valley Memorial Park in Hillsboro with his beloved wife Irene.
Contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Assn. in his name.
Donelson Fir Lawn Memorial Center is handling the arrangements.