Obituary of Helen Reiley

Helen Reiley passed away February 7, 2022 in the comfort of her home in Berlin, N.J. Born in Scranton, PA, Helen spent most of her life in West Milford, N.J. Wife of Clarence W. Reiley, she is survived by her two sons: Martin (Rebecca) Reiley and Paul (Donna) Reiley. Helen was blessed with eight grandchildren: Brian Michael Reiley, Christopher Reiley, Shawn Reiley, Bonnie Page, Melissa Dupertius, Paul Reiley, Meghan Reiley and Craig Reiley and sixteen great grandchildren. Helen is also survived by her sister Ceil Carluccio of Atco, N.J.

She is predeceased by her loving parents, John and Louise Sowinski, her brother John Sowinski and her sisters Evelyn Thomas, Katie Bowers, and Marie Montgomery. Helen was a dedicated mother to her sons and grandchildren, supporting them in all that they did. She and her husband enjoyed many journeys traveling throughout the United States and Canada. Helen excelled as a homemaker, gardener and cook. Her joy was found in the little things such as the cardinals in her yard and the wrens that returned every year to nest in a sock hung from the clothes line. Per Helen’s wishes, no funeral services will be held.

Arrangements under the direction of Costantino-Primo Funeral Home, Berlin, N.J. To leave condolences or photos, please use the links on this page