Mr. William F. Reil, Sr., a life long resident of South Philadelphia, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, July 25, 2018. He was 88 years of age.

Bill was a good man and an excellent provider for his family. He was a proud US Navy Veteran of the Korean War. Prior to retirement as President of the Machinist’s Union, Bill was employed with the Philadelphia Naval Shipyard for 50 years.

He is the beloved husband of the late Phillippina “Fay” Reil (nee Curia); devoted father of Anthony Reil, John Reil and the late William F. Reil, Jr.; loving grandfather of Billy and Brittany.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation 10 AM – 12 Noon Tuesday in the Vincent Gangemi Funeral Home, Inc. 2232-40 S. Broad Street (at Wolf Street), Philadelphia, PA 19145.

Interment New Saint Mary’s Cemetery, Bellmawr, NJ.