HOLLAND, MA: Francis Xavier Reilly, 82, of Craig Road died at home Friday, March 14, 2014.
He leaves his wife of 62 years, Barbara (Belisle) Reilly; 4 sons, Thomas J. Reilly of Holland, Richard A. Reilly of Parishville, NY, Gregory D. Reilly of Brimfield and David F. Reilly of Anaheim, PA. 4 daughters, Marla Jeanne Cardoso of Brimfield, Lydia Hayes of Southbridge, Jennifer M. Ferraro of Fiskdale and Lisa D. Boudreau of Holland, his sister Maryann Bailey of Rands Pond, NH. He will be greatly missed by his twenty-five grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his brother James Reilly.
Francis was born in Quincy, Massachusetts, son of George and Marguerite (Monahan) Reilly. After graduating high school he had a long career in auto body repair, working at Boles Motors in Stafford and owning his own business, Classic Restoration in Holland.
He was a member of St. Anne’s parish.
Francis had a passion for photography and developing film in his darkroom.
At his request a private Mass was held at St. Anne’s Church.
Memorial contributions may be made to Central Mass Hospice, 191 Pakachoag St. Auburn, MA. 01501.
Belanger-Bullard Funeral Home, 51 Marcy St. Southbridge is directing arrangements.
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