David REA

David Rea 1909 - 2002 It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our husband, father and grandfather, Dave on September 26th, 2002 at his residence, the Lions Prairie Manor in Portage La Prairie. David was born on March 25, 1909 in Portadown, North Ireland. He immigrated to Canada in 1927 in search of a better life. He found in the Treherne region where he operated his own business for many years before retiring in Rathwell and finally Portage. His love for antiques, gardening and tree planting kept him busy in his retirement years. His interest in his family kept him young. David was predeceased by his parents, James and Susan Rea, his brothers Jim (Hazel), Johnny, Willie (Joyce) and his sister Maggie. He is survived by his wife Reine La France, daughter Susan, son David (Judy) and his grandchildren, Jamie, Devin, Ryan and Megan. At Dave's request a private service will be held at the Woodlands cemetery. What does he plant who plants a tree? He plants, in sap and leaf and wood, In love of home and loyalty And far-cast thought of civic good- His blessing on the neighbourhood Who in the hollow of His hand Holds all the growth of all our land- A nation's growth from sea to sea Stirs in his heart who plants a tree. Henry Cuyler Bunner Adam's Funeral Home of Notre Dame, Manitoba in care of arrangements.