August 9, 2015 |Marin Independent Journal (San Rafael, CA)
Santa Cruz CA United States
Jane B. Reilly June 26, 1929 ~ July 26, 2015 Resident of Santa Cruz Jane Bernadette Reilly of Santa Cruz, CA. passed away peacefully in Santa Cruz at the age of 86 surrounded by her loved ones on 7/26/2015. Jane was born in San Francisco on 6/26/1929 to Jennie and Bernard Reilly and was the oldest sister of 8 children. Jane lived most of her life in Lagunitas, CA until she moved to Santa Cruz to be with her sister in 2009. Proceeded in death by her parents Jennie and Bernard Reilly, brothers William, Myles and Felim Reilly, sisters Maureen Hurley and Canice Santos. Jane is survived by her brother John Reilly of Santa Clara and sister Kathleen Ritter of Santa Cruz. Jane had no children but was the proud loving aunt and great aunt to her many nieces and nephews related biologically as well as an extended family in Santa Cruz that loved her very much. Jane always had a hug and a kiss ready for the little ones whenever she saw them. She also was very patient in sharing her love of gardening and cooking. She was also a model in her day for Gallo wines. It was very exciting for her to see herself on a billboard posted in Time Square in New York City. Jane was very active in the Republican Party elections in San Francisco in the 1960's and 70'and had many stories about her experiences. Jane also enjoyed skiing, golf and swimming throughout her life. A service will be held in Santa Cruz, CA, August 15th 2:00pm. at Oakwood Crystal Chapel, 3301 Paul Sweet Road, Santa Cruz, CA 95065 She will be interred at Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery in Coloma, CA in the Reilly family plot at a later date. If you would like to send your condolences to Jane's family or share a photo or memory please visit www.scmemorial.com
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