Michael was born on a beautiful Sunday afternoon at 1:36pm on March 8, 1981 in Wheat Ridge, CO to Matthew Reilly and Katherine King. He grew up in Kenai, AK where he attended Kenai Central High School but moved to Katy, TX where he graduated from Katy High School in 1999. While attending Katy High School, he played on their football team, was extremely proud of being part of the team, and was very fond of his teammates.
Michael can be described as a kind soul who gave of himself at all times, was never afraid to lend a helping hand and loved to make people smile. He was a daredevil, and sought after anything to get his adrenaline pumping. His hobbies included riding motorcycles, cooking, hiking, and helping people in his community. He always went out of his way to care for others that were down or needed a shoulder to lean on. He was the kind of person that would give you his last dollar, even if it meant he went hungry to help you with a tough situation. Some would call Michael a “jack-of-all trades,” as he worked as a builder, restaurant manager, a talented mixologist, and carpenter and as a caretaker. Michael was especially proud of his involvement with the opening and building of multiple businesses across town, including Landry’s, Olive Garden and Main Event. Michael was a good friend of Bill, and made many friends at Bill’s house.
Michael is preceded in death by his grandfather, Bob Reilly. His is survived by his loving wife of 8 years and the light of his life, Cynthia Reilly, with whom he shared a love like no other. His is also survived by his stepdaughter, Jasmine Hill and her husband, Kevin Hill; father, Matthew Reilly and step-mother, Eileen; mother, Kathy King and step-father, Damon King; mother-in-law, Diamantina Salazar; brothers, Matthew Reilly (Vicki Sullivan), Kevin Reilly (Steffanie); sisters, Meghan Doyle and Tricia Reilly; grandmother, Patricia Reilly; niece, Elouise Doyle; nephew, Grant Doyle; and his very best friend, Dave Howard.
The Reilly family would like to extend special thanks and gratitude to Chris and Mark Ellzy for their support during this difficult time.
Michael was a true and faithful believer in God and tried to express that through the way he gave back to strangers and friends alike.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Katy Christian Ministries in Michael’s name.
One night I dreamed a dream.
As I was walking along the beach with my Lord.
Across the dark sky flashed scenes from my life.
For each scene, I noticed two sets of footprints in the sand,
One belonging to me and one to my Lord.
After the last scene of my life flashed before me,
I looked back at the footprints in the sand.
I noticed that at many times along the path of my life,
especially at the very lowest and saddest times,
there was only one set of footprints.
This really troubled me, so I asked the Lord about it.
"Lord, you said once I decided to follow you,
You'd walk with me all the way.
But I noticed that during the saddest and most troublesome times of my life,
there was only one set of footprints.
I don't understand why, when I needed You the most, You would leave me."
He whispered, "My precious child, I love you and will never leave you
Never, ever, during your trials and testings.
When you saw only one set of footprints,
It was then that I carried you."
And to my loving, sweet angel
From your sunshine, your only sunshine
I will see you again, where we will spend eternity together under the guidance of the Lord and the peace and serenity of the arms of Christ. I will see you again my love.
Your Babybird,
Cynthia Reilly
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