Peter O'REILLY Obituary

O'REILLY, Peter Anthony:
Passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 19, 2021, in the presence of loved ones at Mary Potter Hospice, Wellington having placed his last bet, aged 76. A loving and proud father to Dan and Paula; Simon and Kasia. Adored and loved by his grandchildren Charlotte and Alexandra; Grace, Oliver and Benjamin. Friend to his former wife Jenny. Peter will be greatly missed by his many friends especially those at KTC. A celebration of Pete's life will be held in St Benedict's Catholic Church, Emmett Street, Khandallah, on Thursday, January 28, at 1.00pm. The family wish to acknowledge the staff at Mary Potter Hospice who have given so much loving care over the last year. In lieu of flowers donations to the Hospice would be appreciated and may be left at the Church.
Gee & Hickton - Porirua
www.geeandhickton.co.nz
Tel. (04) 2375332 FDANZ

Published by The Press from Jan. 21 to Jan. 26, 2021.

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Condolences to all of Pete's family on his passing. A true gentleman who was proud of his Irish origins and displayed the traits with stories and memories told in an elongated way but never loosing anyone's attention. Am so pleased to have known Pete and my family and I send our true and heartfelt sadness on his passing. He was so proud of his children and loved his grandchildren. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

Phil Lewis-Farrell

January 28, 2021

Condolences to you and your family Simon, on the passing of your dad, from us upstairs at Programmed Facility Management

Virginia Rafferty

January 28, 2021

Our Sincere Condolences to the O'Reilly family with the loss of a wonderful Brother, Dad, Grandfather, Friend to Many-more than this space will allow !
Peter, to you our friend thank you for all the great times we had in Timaru and Christchurch.
May you Rest In Peace; Love always;

Lynne & Hans Zylstra

January 22, 2021

Our sincere and deepest sympathy to you all. Peter was a much loved cousin and just the best friend.
Loved catching up with him a couple of years ago in Wellington and having great yarns about the old days in Timaru and out at the farm in Orton and Temuka. Great memories of camping out on the Temuka River.
Peter was the nephew of Robert Emmett (d) and Marie Dorothy O'Reilly (d) and the first and double cousin of Brian, Kevin(d) and Paddy O'Reilly.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all and sending our love to all the family.
Brian, Margaret, Shaun, Juliette and Tim O'Reilly (Sri Lanka)
Orton Farm
Crawford. Qld Australia.

Brian O'Reilly

January 21, 2021

Very sincere condolences to the O'Reilly family. Have very fond memories of Pete and the times we had together over a pint and an Irish tune oh, and a punt. I will be unable to attend Pete's funeral, however, he will be in my thoughts and prayers. Fond regards, Geoff McCambridge.

January 21, 2021

To Dan, Simon and families .It is with sadness that I read of Peters passing today , I am also fortunate to treasure some wonderful memories of adventurous trips to the West Coast and rugby fixtures in various parts of the country .Rugby Racing and Beer was the motto and I trust there will be a Guinness lined up at the Pearly Gates for him .
A good friend , who will not be forgotten .

Merl Case

January 21, 2021

One of New Zealand's humble contributors, good things happened around Peter. He was often the quiet hand behind the action, not seeking accolades just getting things done. A gentleman of high integrity and commitment to what was right and good. It was a great privilege to work with Peter during my time as Chair of the New Zealand Racing Board.
R.I.P

Glenda Hughes

January 21, 2021

One of the great story tellers and pie conisueer's. Also one of life's gentlemen who was a respected and loyal colleague who injected his zest for righteousness into our team at DIA. Will be missed by the old Inspectorate crew but the stories will endure. Rest in peace Pete.

Kevin Finnegan

January 21, 2021

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Memorial Events
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28

Celebration of Life

1:00 p.m.

St Benedict's Catholic Church,

Emmett Street,, Khandallah, Wellington