Timothy James Reilly

October 25, 1965 – February 22, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Timothy James Reilly at 12:55 pm on February 22nd, 2026, at the age of 60. He was born in Saint Louis Missouri on October 25th, 1965, son of Theresa (Borowiak) and the late Robert Reilly.

Tim was a devoted and loving husband to Theresa Kathleen Reilly (Kraus). Having met when they were 17 and 16 years old, Tim and Theresa grew up together, started a big family, and went on endless adventures throughout their nearly 40 years of marriage.

He was a proud father of seven – Keith Reilly, Jonathan Reilly (Amy), Jessica Reilly (Adam Miller), Luke Reilly, Noah Reilly, Rosie Gacioch (Daniel), and Olivia Reilly – for whom he lived his life.

He was also a cherished “Pops” to eight beautiful grandchildren: Patrick Reilly, Connor Miller, Harper Miller, Samuel Reilly, Autumn Reilly, Ava Reilly, Avery Miller, and Bennett Reilly.

Tim adored his family, including his brothers, Steve (Lynn), Kevin (Janice), and Chris (Laura), sister Karen (Dan) Hoernschemeyer, and in-laws, Ron (Laura) Kraus, Maria (Frank) Mehler, Susan (Peter) Saputo, and Mark (Michelle) Kraus. He was loved as a son by his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Ronald and Kathleen Kraus. He will be sorely missed by countless aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, friends who became family and family who were his best friends.

Throughout the years Tim touched the lives of anyone who had the honor of knowing him. He leaves behind a legacy of humor, wisdom, and unwavering happiness that lives on in all of us. He was a lifelong learner and devoted teacher who adored all his students. Tim valued education and was dedicated to his studies. He graduated from Saint Louis University High School, then went on to earn his Master’s Degree in Educational Administration. He was working on his dissertation for his Doctorate Degree up until his Alzheimer’s diagnosis.

Tim was an active member of his church, Sacred Heart in Valley Park. He served as Eucharistic Minister, PSR Teacher, and Coach for baseball, softball, volleyball, and soccer. He loved spending time with his family: having bonfires, going on camping and float trips throughout the summer, taking family vacations and exploring new places together, watching his kids and grandkids play sports and musical instruments, and sitting on the porch watching sunsets or storms roll through. He found the most joy in making the people around him smile, whether they were new friends or close family.

He will be greatly missed and forever remembered.

Services will be held on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at

Sacred Heart Valley Park (17 Ann Avenue, Valley Park, MO, 63088).

9:30 Visitation

10:00 Memorial Mass

11:00 Luncheon

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Tim’s memory to the Alzheimer’s Association.  Tim’s Memory