James Reilly

James E. Reilly, 71, of Lakewood, Colorado, passed away on August 25, 2020 at Lakeview Senior Living.  Jim was born on August 18, 1949  to Trilla and Robert Reilly.  He grew up in west Denver, proudly served in the U.S. Marines and retired from the Denver Fire Department in 1999.  Jim was an auxiliary member of the VFW, the American Legion, and the Benevolent and Protective Order of the Elks. Survivors include his siblings: Mary (Roger) Aymami, Michael (Ruth) Reilly, and Jean (Bill) Dufficy and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and his nephew, Troy Reilly.  Funeral Mass will be held on Thursday, September 17, 2020 at 2:00p.m. at Light of the World Catholic Church, 10316 West Bowles Avenue, Littleton, Colorado. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are welcome at the Denver Firefighter's Charitable Foundation or the Prophet Elijah House, 1300 Steele Street, Denver, CO 80210 elijahdenver.org/support-our-priests