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Death of Chief Edward B. Reilly Jr. Ret. Newton Fire Department

The Officers and members of FCAM extends deepest sympathies to the family, friends, Chief Gentile and the entire Newton Fire Department, out thoughts and prayers are with you.

Chief Edward Reilly of the Newton Fire Department Retired passed away on December 5, 2024. 

Newton Fire Department

Appointed Firefighter October 14, 1951

Promoted to Lieutenant April 5, 1959

Promoted to Captain February 21, 1969

Promoted to Asst. Chief May 6, 1973

Promoted to Chief of Department on April 1, 1979

Retired on February 28, 1990.

Arrangements can be found at this link

 https://burkefamilyfuneralhomes.com/book-of-memories/5521292/Reilly-Edward-/index.php

Visitation

Sunday December 15, 2024 from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Burke & Blackington Funeral Home

1479 Washington St.

West Newton, MA 02465

Service

Monday December 16, 2024 @ 10:00 AM

St. Bernard Church

1523 Washington St

West Newton, MA 02465