Michael Reilly
Michael Reilly, 66, a 42-year resident of Houston, passed away in his home on July 21, 2022. He was born August 6, 1955 in Cleveland, Ohio. Although he lived in Houston more than half of his life, he remained a loyal Clevelander at heart. Michael loved his job of 42 years, yard work, motorcycles, golf, bowling, volleyball and being with his friends and family. Above all else, Michael loved his wife.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Edwin and Dennise Reilly; sister, Christine Novinc (Gary); brother-in-law, Tim Horgan.
Michael leaves behind his wife of 38 years, Dagmar Reilly; sons, Eric Reilly and Amir Soltani; sisters, Peggy Horgan, Mary Roche (Pat), Virginia Epps (Tom), Maureen Callam (Jim), Mollie Lane (John), Beth McCluskey (Joe), Joan Giulivo (Tim), and Dennise Appenzeller; brothers, Patrick Reilly (Kim) and Paul Reilly.
A visitation will be Monday, July 25, 2022 from 4 to 6 p.m. with a service to follow at 6 p.m. in the chapel of Crowder Funeral Home in Pearland.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to The American Cancer Society, https://donate3.cancer.org/, 1-800-227-2345.
We send our love and sincere sympathy.
Michael will be forever in our hearts.
Dennis.Wendy.Aaron Francis
I truly loved this guy his sense of humor was awesome. He will be missed by many. Him and Dagmar had an amazing love story.
Some of the best days of my life was spent with Mike. From volleyball, mud volleyball, swimming in lakes, playing baseball or board games like Taboo. He was an amazing man with a heart of Gold. I will miss him. If you need anything Dagmar just ask.
Mike will be truly missed. Knowing him was such a blessing. His kindness and humor will be remembered always. Love to Dagmar, their boys and loving family. Thanks for sharing Michael with us. God be with you all!
I never have the chance to meet Mike but I now he was
the best person in the live of my Cousins Daughter Dagmar.
They were a couple going to all ups and downs together.
He will be truly mist by his wife and the family.
Rest in peace 🙏 Mike
Mike will be missed here on Earth, but welcomed in Heaven by many friends and Family. He was a gentle giant, easy going and loving to family and friends, especially for his devoted wife Dagmar. My condolences to your family. May God give you Love, strength and comfort during your times of grief.
Jimmy and I send our love and prayers to Dagmar and all of Mike’s family.
We remember the great and fun times we had with you, Dagmar, and with Mikey. Those were the good old days. 💓💓
Jimmy and I will miss you Mikey. You could always make us laugh. And you could always get me in trouble. (Not hard to do) Love and hugs to you Dagmar. Always in our prayers. 💓💓
Never got a chance to meet Mike but having known Amir for a very long time, he talked so fondly of his father and his life with him. Condolences to Amir and his family from Dana and Dr Hodapp.
My father was a wonderful man. He raised my brother and I like we were his own I learned alot from my Dad growing up young and have some of his best traits now.I feel like my Dad fought a hard battle not just for himself,but so he’d be able to see me free again.I told him so many times we’d go fishing,but he never truly got healthy to go.I was with him till the last hour before he past away.I will forever cherish that time in my mind.He wasn’t much of a talker,but before he left this world he told me he loved me and my mother.That meant a lot to us as I loved my Dad dearly. He will truly be missed,but I promise I’ll make him proud of me. I won’t just do it for myself,but for him as well. I love you Dad and will forever miss you,plus keep your memory alive till I die. Love Your Son Eric Reilly ox
I had the pleasure of working closely with Mike for a few years, up until he retired. He loved to laugh and joke around, which made our time at work fly by. Aside from being funny, Mike was the hardest working person I’ve ever known. Even when he got the news of his health from the doctor, he refused to slow down. He continued to work hard, regardless of his situation. Mike’s work ethic was second to none. We had alot of great times working together over the years. Most of what I know about plating, I learned from Mike. He taught me so much during our time together. I couldn’t be in the position I am now if it wasn’t for Mike. For that I am thankful. Mike will be missed and remembered forever in our workplace. My love and prayers go out to all of Mike’s family and friends. God bless.
I will not be able to attend funeral but please know you are in my prayers. May God wrap his loving arms around you all during this time❤️
Dagmar, Eric and Amir,
Please know that there are many of us thinking of you all at this time. I love your Mom and so just know that love passes right on down to each of you. If there is anything we can do for you all, just reach out. We send you our love and all our prayers. We will keep you in our thoughts during this difficult time.
I worked with Mike for 15 years and in those years we weren’t just coworkers but friends. Mike dedicated his live to producing amazing work for IMF he was one of the best platers i knew. There was never a dull moment in room when with him and i will miss the laughs. Mike taught so much to me in the years we have worked together and i will forever be grateful to have know such and amazing person. He will truly be missed here at IMF.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I can’t get “Hot Rod Lincoln” out of my head. Love, Colleen
My heart aches for Dagmar and family. I know Mike and his gentle kindness will be truly missed by his family and friends. Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with you. Rest well our friend…..
In lieu of sharing these words that would have likely squeaked out between tears at Mike’s sweet memorial yesterday, I want to share them here to further honor Mike as you all have done so beautifully.
I met Mike and Dagmar when they joined the HouTex Harley Chapter. Mike was a cut-up as soon as he got to know you and realized he could pick on you! He loved teasing me about being his “girlfriend, who loved making him brownies and anything chocolate”! Fortunately, Dagmar gave fair warning that Mike loved to pick and she laughed right along with the teasing and fun.
Mike had been working with a fella that he had apparently been watching closely for several years. Mike was very protective of his friends, and I suspect extra protective of female friends, just as he was so very protective of Dagmar. So when Mike decided to tell me about this man he “just wanted me to meet,” he said he had already told this guy that I am a very strong Christian woman and that I am all about my two boys. I was very hesitant, but Mike was more persistent! Meanwhile, this guy was also hesitant about meeting me. We were both “comfortable in our boots” and neither wanted the hassle of the dating games. Well, if you know Mike, you know that his persistence won out and we agreed to meet at the next chapter meeting on June 7, 2008. Needless to say, Mike was an excellent judge of character; Gordon and I have been married 11 1/2 years and sincerely appreciate Mike for vetting the possibility of us making a lasting commitment to each other! And Mike had it made; my super husband gladly started delivering brownies to my “boyfriend” at work as long as I left plenty at home!!! Boy did Mike love razzing Gordon about when “his girlfriend was going to bake him some more brownies”!
Mike, if I didn’t say it enough to you, Thank You, “Sweet Boyfriend” (and you, too, Amazing Dagmar) for the beautiful friendships, and caring so much that you didn’t want to see me doing this life alone! Gordon is missing you immensely at work and neither of us can grasp that you are no longer on this earth. We do know you are enjoying heavenly brownies with all our friends and family already there, and we will see you “in the blink of an eye”!
God Bless You, Dagmar, Amir and Eric. God’s holding you real tight right now. He’s capturing your tears to refresh the beautiful gardens until you find yourself smiling when the sweet thoughts and memories flood your soul(s).
With Love and Our Deepest Sympathies,
Gordon and Chris
I just read about Mike today, I am so sorry Dagmar for your loss. Dwell on your lives together and the memories you made. Those are what will give you the strength to always thank our Father in heaven for such a precious gift. I still mourn my losses, but with God’s Grace I smile. With His Grace so will you my old friend. Always remember, this life here is only a blink to Him, eternity you will be with Mike again.
Teri