Sgt. Philip O'Reilly #2321
| Name: | O'Reilly, Philip |
| Star: | 2321 |
| Rank: | Sergeant |
| District / Unit: | 020 District (Foster) |
| End of Watch: | 16-Mar-2003 |
| Incident Details: |
Sergeant Philip J. O'Reilly was killed in an automobile accident while on patrol. His patrol car was struck by a tow truck at the intersection of Granville Avenue and Western Avenue. The collision occurred at approximately 4:30 a.m.; Sergeant O'Reilly was ejected from his squad car. He was transported to Illinois Masonic Medical Center where he succumbed to his injuries. The driver of the tow truck was charged with driving too fast for conditions. Sergeant O'Reilly was assigned to the Foster Police District, and was a 16 year veteran of the Chicago Police Department; He is survived by his wife, six children, and seven siblings. One of his brothers also serves on the Chicago Police Department. |
Reflections
Phil it's hard to believe that you were taken from us over 8 years ago. It seems like yesterday coming to the hospital praying that it wasn't as bad as we had heard in 011 only to learn that the GOOD LORD called you home. I know that you were with Bethany last night giving her the support she needed to make it through her speech at the vigil. She did a FANTASTIC job and I know you are very proud of her and your children. I had to chuckle when she spoke of Mrs. Brickhouse which brought back many memories of us commiserating over our beloved Cubs. You are, were and always will be the BEST!! Thanks for the prayers and for watching over us all from up above.
To a man that never got to see his children grow up. -- Anonymous 03/12/2009 ****************
You are missed by your friends and neighbors. You can be proud of your children, who are a wonderful reflection of you. Watch over the neighborhood and keep us safe! The Wrenns, Donna, Fred and Tommy --Donna Wrenn 03/19/2009 ****************
Over 5 years have gone by and you are always in our thoughts. We have to go to a wake this weekend for Officer Francis to pay our respects. Keep an eye out for him up there. --Karl O'Reilly 07/03/2008