Jane V. O’Reilly, 61, Port Richey, FL passed away on Sunday, November 22, 2015 at Marliere Care Center, New Port Richey, under the care of HPH Hospice.
Born in Dublin, Ireland, she immigrated to the US on July 4, 1969. Jane served the Hospice community as a Registered Nurse for over 20 years. She was a Reiki Master and enjoyed camping and traveling.
Survivors include her husband of 41 years, Gerard; her son, Ian (Lillian) O’Reilly of Miami, FL; two grandchildren, Vivian and Brian O’Reilly; sister, Oonagh Guenkel; adoring nieces, Fiana Faciane and Cailin Guenkel and their children, Micah and Sophia.
A gathering of friends and family will be at 11:00 AM on Friday, November 27, 2015 at Thomas B. Dobies Funeral Home, 9944 Hudson Avenue, Hudson, FL 34667. The celebration of her life will begin at 12:00 PM. Interment will follow at Florida National Cemetery, 6502 SW 102nd Avenue, Bushnell, 33513.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions be made to HPH Hospice Foundation, 12107 Majestic Blvd., Hudson, FL 34667.
I was able to work with Jane for a short season and am I glad I did. What a wonderfully kind, compassionate, positive person and leader. She encourged my heart to see her class in the midst of so much reponsiblity. Her legacy, life and love will remain in many of hearts. Our prayers and love. Charles Harkala, Spiritual Care Consultant for LifePath and Good Shepherd Hospices.
Even though I worked with Jane for only a short time, she managed to gain my trust and show me what a true leader was. I will miss her smile and her genuine caring spirit. I wish peace and healing to the family and you will all be in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult transition. God Bless you all.
Pam Worth,
Triage and weekend team nurse
Jay Brenner, Dee Petit and I (Karen Gerber) were all fortunate enough to work Triage in Tampa with Jane as our leader. Her Humor, patience , fairness to all and loving spirit were a joy to behold. She embodied true leadership. I will always remember her fondly. My prayers and love go out to her family and friends.
Karen Gerber RN Hospice Help 24 Good Shepherd Hospice
I have worked/known Jane for many years. She was one of the most kindest caring people I have ever met. I always looked up to her at work and she was always one of my go to people. We have talked and laughed about how much we had in common. Our first names start with Jan and our husbands both are named Gerard and we both have a Grandson named Brian and we both have GT Mustang convertibles. She will be truly missed.
Jane will be missed by all of us. I am so sad I was looking forward to seeing her again.
Jane O’Reilly embodied the spirit of hospice. Jane had a “hospice heart”. A real friend and business partner, a person I loved to see and talk with… she will be missed by so many.
Keeping Jane and all of you in my prayers. Jane was our manager for Continuous Care at LifePath Hospice. I was startled to find out of her illness, but knew she would handle it with strength and grace. Bless you all.
Manager, Nurse, and a True Inspiration, were a few roles that Jane played for us at Continuous Care at Life path Hospice in Hillsborough County. She exemplified genuine care, concern, and respect for her colleagues, and those of us who worked with her under CC at LPH. My interactions with her were motivating, and when I was sick she took time to make a few suggestions on how I can better take care of my symptoms, and they made a great difference in my wellbeing. I continue to share her recommendation to friends and family. Jane will truly be missed, and I pray she continues to have that beautiful smile in Heaven, Amen. Looking forward to meeting her again some day. My sincere condolences to her spouse, son, and all relatives. May God make it easy for them all, and bless them with the strength and courage, amen.
Jane was an inspiration to work with. I had the honor of working with her on the We Honor Veterans Program for LPH for over 4 years. With her committment and dedication and drive for perfection we were able to achieve our goals ahead of schedule. Jane always had “a plan” and it was a true pleasure to work with her. Even when we were pulling our hair out trying to meet deadlines, she still managed to keep us laughing about the silliest things. She had an amazing creative spirit and always wanted to do much more than what was expected. She has left an imprint on my heart that will never diminish. She will be greatly missed.
Jane was a wonderful person, She had such a kind heart. So sorry to hear of your loss. Loved when Jane’s office was located at the Melech house, seeing Jane in the morning always made my day. She always had a smile and a kind word. Jane is loved by Her co workers, We were so fortunate to have worked with such a kind and thoughtful person.
I worked with jane for many years and had a good time she will be missed