Mary Lou (Mullins) Reilly, 81, died peacefully at home, September 17, in the presence of her family. The daughter of the late Francis and Marguerite Mullins, and sister of Theresa Mullins, she was born in Bridgeport and lived in Monroe for the past 57 years.

Her devoted husband, James D. Reilly, Jr; and loving children, Tim Reilly and his wife, Debbie, of Newtown, Maura Reilly, Meg Reilly, Jimmy Reilly and his wife, Karen, and Shannon Reilly Monaco and her husband, Mike; grandchildren, Sean Reilly, Brendan Reilly, Amy Hoagland, Rick Mitarotonda, Dana Brown, Chrissy Carr, Kevin and  Michael Brown, James and Casey Monaghan, James Reilly, Michael Monaco, Jr, Pat Monaco, Rory Monaco, and Ryan Monaco; and eight great-grandchildren survive Mrs Reilly. Her son Fran Reilly; and son-in-law, Rich Mitarotonda predeceased her. 

Mrs Reilly will always be remembered as a devoted wife, mother, and friend, who loved life and cherished her faith, and long-lasting friendships.

Funeral services were private.