Frances Reilly was born on October 20, 1938, in Kankakee, IL. In 1972 she moved with her husband and children to Bradley, IL and in 1982 to the St. Petersburg, FL area. She was a woman of deep faith and attended daily Mass; she loved the Catholic Church and was faithful to her beliefs.
Frances worked hard and was self-employed for twenty years. She loved quilting and sewing, and put her skills to great use by making rosaries for different church groups and mission parishes. In addition, she was skilled with sewing, quilting, needle work and baking. She enjoyed games such as bingo and dominoes and playing golf with her husband Gerald when her health was better. She always had a smile on her face which reflected her deep love for her family and the Lord.
Frances is survived by her husband of sixty-two years, Gerald E Reilly, and her four children, Fr Steven Reilly LC, Kathleen Horvath (Kris Horvath), Jennifer Enriquez (Enrial Enriquez), and Fr Scott Reilly LC; her grandchildren Jacob Horvath (Ashley), Grace Vaidya (Shlok), David Horvath (Allison) and Hope Horvath and her five great-grandchildren and her sister, Evelyn Provost. She is preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Violet Monik, and her brother, Joseph Monik. Frances graduated from Kankakee High School in 1956.
Services will be on Friday, January 5, 2024, at Blessed Sacrament Church, 11565 66th Ave N, Seminole, FL 33772. Visitation will take place starting at 9:30 AM with Rosary at 10:30 AM. The funeral mass will be at 11:00 AM, also at Blessed Sacrament, followed by interment at Calvary Cemetery.
Donations can be made in memory of Frances at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church.
The funeral mass will be live streamed through Facebook and YouTube, at the links below. The live streams will be accessible 10-15 minutes before the service starts at 11:00am.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bscsem
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpsIOeezmbX_UDHwyfd1RrA/featured
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church
Ben and Ann Wolfe
January 3, 2024, 8:58 am
Frances was such a sweet loving woman. She always made you feel welcome in her home. Frances was a wonderful mother and wife, with a true servant’s heart. She will be missed. Praying for comfort for her family as they go through this season of grief.
Jim Lake
January 3, 2024, 11:29 am
Dear Fr. Scott Reilly and Family, I’m deeply sorry for the loss of your Mother Frances. She sounded like an amazing person. God Bless you and your beautiful family at this difficult time. Deepest condolences, Jim Lake-Men’s Gospel Reflection Group
Diane M Whitty
January 3, 2024, 2:22 pm
Dear Father Scott, I am so sorry for the loss of your mother but also know she is at home with our Father and all the heavenly host …
God bless you and your family..
Kindest regards,
Diane Whitty
Karen Kopecky
January 3, 2024, 2:51 pm
Dear Father Scott and Family,
What a beautiful mother with a great smile! I am so sorry for your loss. Please count on my prayers. God bless, Karen
Regnum Christi Phila Women’s Section
January 3, 2024, 2:56 pm
Your RC Sisters in Christ are holding the Reilly family in prayer; lifting our hearts and prayers to our loving God. We hope your many memories and the beautiful faith your mother bestowed on all of you, provides comfort to all.
Your RC Philly Sisters in Christ
John D Kelly
January 3, 2024, 3:06 pm
Father Scott and family – mom will help you now more than ever!!!!
Her holiness lives on in her family.
In Christ John D Kelly – Phila. Chapter Lumen Institute
Darleen Hunold
January 3, 2024, 5:41 pm
Dear Fr. Scott,
I’m so sorry for the loss of your mom. She sounds like a remarkable women to love our Lord, raise a good family, enjoy her hobbies and her life. Married for 62 years is Godsend of love. Thinking and praying for you and your family at this difficult time. God’s peace and comfort to all of you and may your mom rest in God’s peace.
Carmela Montes de Oca
January 4, 2024, 1:08 pm
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may she rest in peace
Anita & Ken
January 5, 2024, 12:34 pm
Jennifer,
Your presence in our lives since 1993 has been a blessing! I may have only met your mother a handful of times. Yet, I still remember her kind and welcoming face. All she taught you in words, actions, and faith will continue to guide you through life.
“Wherever a beautiful soul has been, there is a trail of beautiful memories.” (Ronald Reagan)
Your family is the trail, and your mother will always be close in heart.
Love & Prayers to you, your father, and the rest of your family during this difficult time
Ron Dirienzi
January 5, 2024, 2:14 pm
Dear Fr. Scott & the entire Reilly Family:
What an enduring legacy of love, inspiration and service Mrs. Frances Reilly provided to you all. God Bless and know that many, many thoughts and prayers are with you today.
Chester, PA Gospel Reflection Group & RC Men’s Section Philly
Fam. Kaper-Barcelata
January 27, 2024, 2:47 pm
Dear Fr. Scott and family,
You have been a blessing in our family. We are so sorry for your loss Reading about your Mom’s life and legacy of love is an inspiration for our marriage and children.
May she rest in peace. We hold you close in our prayers. Abrazo de los Kaper.