Joe is predeceased by his loving wife Margaret of 60 years. Joe is survived by his son Frank (Dee O’Reilly), daughter Mary Lynn (Dean Koch); two grandchildren, Brendan (Emilie) and Amanda (Julio); his sisters Betty Walsh, Mary Kiernan, Joan Lambert; and sisters-in-law, Angela O’Reilly, Greta Ryan, and Peg Ryan, all from Ireland. Joe is also survived by many other relatives in Ireland and Canada.
Joe was born in Dublin, Ireland to Francis and Christina O’Reilly in 1935. He attended school and college in Tipperary.
Joe met the love of his life Margaret Ryan at a dance in Dundrum. They dated for a few years before he set off to Canada in search of work. Two years later he returned to Ireland to ask for Margaret’s hand in marriage.
They were married in Calgary on March 6th, 1961, at St. Joseph’s Church.
They bought their home in Thorncliffe where they raised their two children Frank and Mary Lynn. They lived a wonderful life together, making many trips back home to Ireland and around the world. Joe and Marg enjoyed many years of camping in the Sundre area with their camping friends.
Joe loved his successful 40-year career with Canada Safeway. He held many positions along the way ending with Variety Merchandiser. Joe made many lifelong friends throughout his career.
Joe was the best Papa to Brendan and Amanda, from changing diapers to attending all their hockey games and figure skating competitions. Later, he was able to offer his wisdom and advice as they grew up and built their careers. He was so proud of them.
Dad and Papa, we are so happy you are reunited with the love of your life. We love you and miss you.
A Memorial Service will be held at Foster’s Garden Chapel, 3220 – 4 Street NW, Calgary, AB (across from Queen’s Park Cemetery) on Wednesday, November 1st, 2023 at 10:00 am.
The Funeral Service will also be live streamed for those who wish to attend virtually. The following link will take you to the online service: https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/index.php?data=MTY5ODYxOTgzOTI3ODUzOCZvbmVyb29tLWFkbWluJmNvcHlfbGluaw==
If friends so desire donations can be made directly to the Heart and Stroke Foundation via https://www.heartandstroke.ca.
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Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada2300 Yonge Street, Suite 1200, Box 2414, Toronto, Ontario M4P 1E4
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