Thomas Rea Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Thomas Rea (Garden City, Michigan), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on October 11, 2025 at the age of 88. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Thomas Rea to pay them a last tribute.
Though Thomas has departed this earthly realm, his legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May his spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his wife Valentina; his sons, Robert (Sandra) and Norman (Tami); his grandchildren, Lillie and Joseph; his sister Bruna (Gino); and his sibling's children, Carlo (Linda), Gabriella Castelvetere (Bruno), Luigi and Paolo (Maureen).
Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 16th 2025 from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the John N. Santeiu & Son, Inc. (1139 Inkster Rd, Garden City, MI 48135). A rosary will be held on Thursday, October 16th 2025 at 7:00 PM at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home (1139 Inkster Rd, Garden City, MI 48135). The lying in state will be held on Friday, October 17th 2025 from 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM at the Divine Child Catholic Church (1055 Silvery Ln, Dearborn, MI 48128). A funeral service will be held on Friday, October 17th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the same location.