Donald "Don" J. Reilly, 72, of Milton, New York died on Wednesday, September 20, 2023, at home with

his family by his side.

Born, June 18, 1951, in Poughkeepsie, he was the biological son of the late Harry Reilly and Hope

Parsons (Williamson). Don was also raised by Hope's second husband, Ray Parsons, who predeceased

him.

After graduating from high school Don went to work for the Department of Transportation as a driller for

many years until his retirement.

He could often be found fishing, watching his beloved Yankees play, or spending time with his best friend

Rocky, his golden retriever, or going to get ice cream with his wife RoseAnn.

Don was an avid member of the Pleasant Valley Trout and Game Club and enjoyed spending time

outdoors.

On October 22, 2021, Don married the former RoseAnn Benante. Don and RoseAnn were childhood

friends that reconnected with each other later in life. Mrs. Reilly survives at home.

Along with his wife he is survived by his children; Suzanne Werbeck and her husband Ron, Dana Reilly,

and Kimberly Massaro; stepchildren. Adrienne Fischer, and John Trunk Jr.. His two sisters: Linda

Koligman, and Tammy Lucchese and her husband Mike. Several cousins also survive.

He is also survived by his grandchildren, Joseph, Brian, Lauren, Victoria, Matthew, and Brady; 3 great

grandchildren: Madilynn, Cameron, and Nicholas.

Along with his family he is survived by his four-legged best friends Rocky and Gracie.

Don was predeceased by his brother-in-law: Mike Koligman.

Calling hours will be from 10AM to 12 Noon, on Friday, September 29, 2023, at Sweet's Funeral Home,

4365 Albany Post Rd., Hyde Park, NY.

A celebration of life will be held at a future date with immediate family and friends.

Burial will follow at the family plot at St. Peters Cemetery, Poughkeepsie, NY.

Don 's family respectfully requests memorial donations to Hudson Valley Animal Rescue and Sanctuary, 9 Barnes Drive, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 or www.hvars.org.

Arrangements are under the direction of Sweet's Funeral Home, Inc., Rte. 9, Hyde Park.

To send an online condolence, or for directions, please visit www.sweetsfuneralhome.com.