Stephen Reilly

Stephen J. Reilly Lifelong Islander, FDNY, 'had a wonderful life & so many attributes' Stephen J. Reilly, age 68, a lifetime West Brighton native, sadly left us on Aug.24th after a courageous battle with cancer related to WTC illnesses. He served the FDNY for 21 years and retired from Engine Company 155,aka "The Hot Corner". Through his years he loved his job and received commendations for his acts of bravery. He was born to Joseph and Kathleen Reilly and is survived by his loving partner Emily Flynn, beloved son Kevin, and Catherine Reilly. He leaves behind his brothers Joseph(Paula),Edward (Diane), Thomas (Karen) , James (Linda) and his sister Kathleen (Gerard) and many adoring nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his parents and his infant son, Neil Patrick. Steve had numerous jobs prior to joining the fire dept. including working for Tom Carvel selling franchises in NJ. He jokingly would say," I was a hard man in a soft business." He also served in the New York Army National Guard. He graduated from Sacred Heart School and St. Peters School for Boys and St. John's University on Staten Island where he was a member of Sigma Chi Upsilon. He enjoyed sports and played basketball for each one. Steve had a wonderful life and had so many attributes. He was charming, caring, generous, funny with that Irish gift of gab and stories which could light up a room with laughter. Not to mention he was very handsome! He loved so many and many loved him. A Yankee fan for sure, he enjoyed their wins and was hopeful for the Mets as well. He had many friends, especially his crew down at Leidy's Shore Inn where he enjoyed watching the games and having a cold one. He also enjoyed spending vacations near Cooperstown, NY with family, friends and his beloved goldies, Casey and Lucky. Whether you remember him as Stevie, Reill's or Shamus, you will never forget him. Family and friends can bid farewell at Harmon's Funeral Home Sunday 2-4,7-9, Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Sacred Heart Church on Monday, Aug. 30 at 10:15. A private Cremation immediately following. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Fdny Firedup Foracure or the Tunnel to Towers Foundation in his name. May God bless his soul. Harmon Funeral Home 571 Forest Ave Staten Island, NY 10310 (718) 442-5056