Background
Reilly, John David was born on August 1, 1888 in Yonkers, New York, United States. Son of James and Mary J. (Collier) Reilly.
Reilly, John David was born on August 1, 1888 in Yonkers, New York, United States. Son of James and Mary J. (Collier) Reilly.
Graduated from the high school, Yonkers, New York, 1907. Doctor of Laws (honorary), Georgetown University, 1951.
Began as shipbuilder with Robins Dry Dock and Repair Company, Brooklyn, 1907. With Todd Shipyards Corporation, New York City, 1916-1971, director, 1920-1971, president, 1932-1953, Chairman of the Board, 1953. Commander United States Naval Reserve, retired.
Member American Committee Lloyd’s Register of Shipping. Member board of managers American Bureau of Shipping. Member American Society Naval Architects North East Coast Institution Engineers and Shipbuilders.
Clubs: India House.
Married Mary F. Murray, June 17, 1914. Children: John David and Mary Agnes.