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Avaleen Vopicka and Eric Winquist planted 3 trees in memory of Joseph Rea
Friday, May 14, 2021
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Verinder Sharma planted 3 trees in memory of Joseph Rea
Monday, May 3, 2021
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Saddened to hear Dr. Rea's passing. My heartfelt condolences to the family. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Thomas Koonings planted 3 trees in memory of Joseph Rea
Saturday, May 1, 2021
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I am so sorry for the loss of Joe. He was a dear friend to my brother Paul and to my family. Joe was always kind, giving and always had a smile. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Mary-Jane Meddick planted a tree in memory of Joseph Rea
Monday, April 8, 2024
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My Heartfelt condolences on the passing of kind, nature loving Joe - 2021. Friends at Western. He took me to the movie Oh God! Thanks. RIP Joe. MJ Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Andrea & Kelvin Magee planted a tree in memory of Joseph Rea
Sunday, August 6, 2023
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Carole Wray planted a tree in memory of Joseph Rea
Friday, July 14, 2023
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Thank you for honouring other sensitive, gifted souls and for your love of the Earth. You life left an imprint. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Doug Wilkins posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 11, 2021
Joe was a wonderful person. I graduated from medical school with him in 1982. He and I spent two months together in St Vincent and the Grenadines during our fourth year electives. We had a wonderful time and I got to know him well. We continued our friendship when we both interned in Ottawa. I had not talked to Joe in a long time but will always cherish the memories of the times we spent together Doug Wilkins MD
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Good Craig family of Alberta donated to ST JOSEPH'S HEALTH CARE FOUNDATION OF LONDON
Sunday, May 9, 2021
In memory of Joe and with deepest sympathies to all in Joe’s family.
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Sydney lit a candle
Sunday, May 9, 2021
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Uncle Joe will be missed dearly by his nieces and nephews. He was brilliant and loving uncle. His ideas and opinions made every conversation interesting and memorable. We love you, Uncle Joe.
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Jean Kicks posted a condolence
Friday, May 7, 2021
I wish to express my deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences to the Rea family. Joe was always thoughtful, kind and generous. He will be missed by many.
Jean Kicks and (Atkins) family.
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Jacqui Denomme donated to LONDON COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Thursday, May 6, 2021
My deepest condolences to Mr. Rea, Julie, Perry, Danny on this sudden loss of your son and brother. It was a joy and a privilege for me to be his friend and although he leaves so many reminders behind of his presence in the world, I will still miss him greatly.
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Ken Delaney posted a condolence
Thursday, May 6, 2021
Perry, Danny and the entire Rea family,
I am so sorry to hear about Joe's death. I have not seen any of you for quite a while, but have many great memories of our time playing football and socializing at CCH, and I recall some wonderful get-togethers in the following years. I remember Joe as an incredible athlete and a genuinely nice person who worked hard at both sport and education. His work on mental health and environmental issues is also impressive.
I offer my condolences and wish you all the best during what I assume must be a very difficult time.
Take Care
Ken Delaney
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shelley Martin donated to UNITY PROJECT FOR RELIEF OF HOMELESSNESS IN LONDON
Wednesday, May 5, 2021
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Sandy and Brent Van Alstyne posted a condolence
Wednesday, May 5, 2021
So sorry and sad to hear about the sudden loss of Joe. Our deepest sympathy and condolences to the entire Rea family.
Sandy and Brent Van Alstyne
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Janet Groen planted a tree in memory of Joseph Rea
Tuesday, May 4, 2021
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Mike Fraumeni posted a symbolic gesture
Tuesday, May 4, 2021
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I am so sorry to hear of Joe's passing. I had the priviedge and opportunity to know Joe at Catholic Central High School where we were in the same year and we played high school football and track and field. He was such a kind person as I remember, always very nice to me, and a super athlete and academic and so motivated at whatever he did. He was amazing. His smile and aura was simply infectious.
My sincere condolences to his family and all of his loved ones. His spirit will live in me for as long as I live on this planet.
Sincerely with love to all,
Mike Fraumeni, Hamilton, Ontario
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Janet Groen posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2021
I was shocked and saddened to learn today that we all have lost Joe. Joe's thoughtful compassion and support of mental health was a blessing in my life and he will be remembered fondly. My sincere condolences to the Rea family.
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A tree was planted in memory of Joseph Rea
Tuesday, May 4, 2021
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Dear Dan, Your brother may not be at your side today, but he will always be in your heart and the memories will never fade. Your friends at TopSpot. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Doug Schack planted a tree in memory of Joseph Rea
Tuesday, May 4, 2021
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I am so sorry and saddened byJoe passing. My deepest condolences to the Rea family. Joe will truly be missed by all. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Veronica Warner posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2021
Joe taught me how to simply live and enjoy nature and cooking. The best time we shared was flying the largest kite and running up and down the beach, and when the kite would fall out in cold lake Huron, Joe was swimming out and rescuing the kite to get it back in flight. His Buddhist beliefs made sense and he expressed such warmth and kindness to all living things. I am so grateful for sharing a night at the lake in 2019 where he cooked up steak and made the coffee, we gazed at the stars and contemplated life he was good at knowing many constellations. If there was a groundhog to be trapped I would call Joe, he was good with wildlife. Joe made the world a better place to live. He was always there and he will be fondly remembered by myself and my son , Warmest condolences to Joes family and friends Veronica & Nick Warner
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Susan J Fischer~ planted a tree in memory of Joseph Rea
Tuesday, May 4, 2021
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In his dedication to health, humanity and the environment, Dr. Joseph Rea is a beacon of inspiration for us all! We will always love you Joe! Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Carole Wray lit a candle
Tuesday, May 4, 2021
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Dear Arcangelo, Danny, Perry, Julianna & the entire Rea family,
I am so deeply sorry for the sudden passing of Joe. The Earth has lost a truly sensitive, generous spirit and bright light. I treasured many deep conversations and laughs during our high school days. I know his presence will be missed by the many souls he quietly touched with his big and thoughtful heart.
I will light a candle, and offer prayers and random acts of kindness on Joe's behalf. I pray your family kind comfort knowing that he sits at a heavenly kitchen table sharing rich conversation with his sweet Mom and other family and friends.
Love and Healing Intentions,
Carole (Lyons) Wray
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Darlene Bollis posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2021
News of Joe’s death reached me in British Columbia this morning. I haven’t seen Joe since we were young students at St. Jeromes’s in Toronto. He was a kind, considerate boy who grew into a remarkable man. His passing is a great loss. My heartfelt condolences to the Rea family and all of his friends and associates. Rest In Peace Joe. Darlene Bollis.
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Shannon Stewart posted a condolence
Tuesday, May 4, 2021
Words cannot express the devastating loss that is being felt because of Joe's passing. My thoughts go out to the Rea family and all those who had an opportunity to meet and love him. He was such a kind, gentle soul who blessed this earth and those who had the privilege of knowing him. Grief can be overwhelming when a shared laugh can no longer be heard, shared walks through nature can no longer be taken. and when words unspoken cannot be stated. There are so many things that will be missed about Joe....the sparkle in his eye, his smile, the journey through nature trails, planting seeds and tending gardens, skipping stones on the water's edge, sitting under the umbrella on the beach, baking his amazing cakes, scaling ditches to pick apples from abandoned trees, feeding birds and chipmunks from bare hands, discussing the latest happenings and current events over coffee, and sharing favourite documentaries. As a protector and defender of the environment, with unwavering dedication to mental health initiatives, he supported so many important causes, planted seeds of hope for others and dedicated his time and attention to those in need and those he cared for. His acts of kindness and love of nature are forever etched in the minds and hearts of those he touched. The world is a better place because he existed. He will be deeply missed, always loved, and never forgotten.
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yaga m. mcinnes posted a symbolic gesture
Monday, May 3, 2021
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Josie Swan lit a candle
Monday, May 3, 2021
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Joe was a true champion of mental health and cared deeply for those suffering. He was a true advocate and supporter to the PEPP Program at LHSC. I have many fond memories of Joe. May he Rest In Peace. He will always be a champion to so many.
Josie and all your friends at PEPP
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Larry DeLellis Posted May 5, 2021 at 7:43 PM
That was really nice Josie ... I know 2 of Joe’s aunts but never had the pleasure of meeting him. And from what I’m reading - I definitely missed out on a wonderful human being.
Hope you are well & I look forward to seeing you again one day!
All the Best - Always
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David E. Tonner posted a symbolic gesture
Monday, May 3, 2021
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I remember Joe and his brothers Perry (my age) and Dan from CCH over 45 years ago. He was a star football player with a million dollar smile and heart of gold from a great family. Everyone will miss him terribly and I am so sorry for his premature passing. A very difficult time for everyone.
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Suzanne McDonald Gysbers and Neil Gysbers posted a condolence
Monday, May 3, 2021
So sad to hear about Joe - he was such a gentle soul. He did so much for mental health and the environment. He will be greatly missed. Rest in peace Joe - your example will be an inspiration for many of us. Suzanne McDonald Gysbers
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John MacFarlane posted a condolence
Monday, May 3, 2021
We would like to express our deepest condolences to the Rea family. We have been so blessed to get to know Joe and see firsthand his boundless passion and commitment to support youth mental health. Back in 2002, Joe planted a seed of hope with his idea to change the way youth receive mental health care. Through his generosity to establish the Dr. Joseph Rea Chair in Mood Disorders, London was the first city in Canada to establish the First Episode Mood and Anxiety Program (FEMAP). Years later, Joe served as an Honourary Chair of the Mental Health Campaign at London Health Sciences Foundation, the result of which will continue to provide life-saving care to thousands of young people for generations to come. Joe will forever be in our hearts. We are thinking of Joe’s family and friends at this difficult time.
John H. MacFarlane
President and CEO
London Health Sciences Foundation
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Ron scarfone lit a candle
Monday, May 3, 2021
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My sincere condolences to the Rea family
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ron Scarfone
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Michelle Campbell posted a condolence
Monday, May 3, 2021
We were so saddened by the news of Dr. Rea's sudden passing. "Joe" as he was known to many of us, was a very long-time and generous supporter of the work of St. Joseph's. He was also a pioneering benefactor to the area of mental health care in our region, establishing the first named research chair in mental health care in southwestern Ontario in 1999.
Dr. Rea, his family, and their London-based charitable foundation were honoured at our 2013 Tribute dinner, for their decades of generous support of our work at St. Joseph's. Over the years, Joe was a regular attendee at many of our events, and someone we though of as a true friend. He was a warm, approachable and exceptionally kind person who really was motivated to help others as much as he could. A great loss for our community and an unimaginable loss for his large, loving family. Our deepest condolences to you all.
Michelle Campbell
President & CEO
St. Joseph's Health Care Foundation
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Lisa Lyons lit a candle
Monday, May 3, 2021
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Our sincere condolences to The Rea Family on the loss of such a bright light. Joe's memory will be forever present here on earth for the love, kindness and good he spread wherever he went. May you find peace knowing the most beautiful reunion has taken place in heaven berween your Mom and brother, where his eternal light will shine.
The Lyons Family
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Andrea Moores McLay posted a condolence
Monday, May 3, 2021
Dear Julie and Family,
So saddened to hear about your brother. Joe was always a kind and gentle breeze amongst the hurricane of crazy teenage girls who would invade the Rea homestead often. He was always so sweet to us. I know how much he was loved by his family and truly am so sorry for this difficult loss.
Fondly,
Andrea (Moores) McLay & Family
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Connie Bruno posted a condolence
Sunday, May 2, 2021
Sam and I send our sincere condolences to the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Sam and Connie Bruno
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john swales posted a condolence
Sunday, May 2, 2021
Joe you were a good man and I looked forward to us catching up when time permitted. Sometimes there are no words. I will miss you my friend, and thank you for your legacy! Condolences to the family and all who loved you.
John Swales
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Tom and Rosemary posted a condolence
Sunday, May 2, 2021
I have lived on Grosvenor Street for 3 years and known Joe for 10 years. We were not close friends but I always always appreciated that Joe would make a point of coming outside to have a conversation when ever my wife Rosemary and I would walk by. You could tell that Joe had A big heart and cared. A trait more people should have. Rest in peace Joe. Will miss our conversations. Tom and Rosemary
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Cheryl Bourgeois posted a condolence
Sunday, May 2, 2021
Such sad news. I have wonderful memories of Joe from his time in both Ottawa and then Vancouver. Joe always had the time to listen and share. He was compassionate and caring, a true gentleman with such generosity of spirit. It was always a pleasure to reconnect with Joe and share our life stories over the years. I will plant a tree on Vancouver Island in honour of Joe and his spirit will remain as the tree flourishes and grows. He will be missed by all souls he touched.
Vince and Simona Circelli posted a condolence
Sunday, May 2, 2021
Dearest Rea Family,
Our most sincerest & heartfelt condolences for the sudden loss of your dear loved one. May you find strength and comfort at this most difficult time of sorrow.
Vince and Simona Circelli
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Amanda woods posted a condolence
Sunday, May 2, 2021
Joe was the most wonderful friend in a time we both shared and struggled together. He was a true gentleman always and worried so much about others even in his own distressing times. He loved his family and his mom and dad so much. Of the memories abs conversations we had. I went to CCH too and knew Of the great rea family that people so respected as was joe. I think if the crazy smile times abs his sincere love for his mom and dad and he was a joy to Me when some days we thought how does one survive without the blessings we both knew in family. Both from CCH. Although he my elder and still the sincerest sweetest man even in his challenging times to think of others. In learning of his passing o am beyond sad and I think how must this be for his beautiful blessed family and the father he adored. He loved his moms energy and sprite and knowing he is with one of his favourite people I pray helps his amazing father and family. And now two amazing angels watching over. My heat hurts as I met his mom and dad also and learned of their love of family And so very many. He left a legacy in all he touched. The last few days I am sad and yet I smile as we shared a cigarette And walked together and smiled in the days when the sun knew us so well. My sincerest thoughts with the rea family today. Joe my heavenly angel. Joe blessed to have known you and spent really precious moments and our many deep conversations together. I think we thought we could change the world. I guess you decided to go straight to the source. You are So loved. I won’t ever forget you.
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Luke Donnelly posted a condolence
Sunday, May 2, 2021
An influential man I had the privilege of knowing for many years, unexpectedly passed a few days ago. Dr. Joseph Rea was a philanthropist and advocate for mental health, who used his generosity and sincerity to spread awareness on the dangers of global warming and pollution by implementing solutions and prevention strategies. I remember him fondly as a man who was very kind, generous, and sincere, and helped my family in our time of need. He showed the positivity of human nature and strived to care for the planet we call home. He was a great friend. I am so sorry to hear of his passing and my condolences go out to the Rea family. I want to share a poem titled: "When Great Trees Fall", by Maya Angelou, which analyzes the effects of loss and how nature surrounds all of us; "When great trees fall, rocks on distant hills shudder, lions hunker down in tall grasses, and even elephants lumber after safety. When great trees fall in forests, small things recoil into silence, their senses eroded beyond fear. When great souls die, the air around us becomes light, rare, sterile. We breathe, briefly. Our eyes, briefly, see with a hurtful clarity. Our memory, suddenly sharpened, examines, gnaws on kind words unsaid, promised walks never taken. Great souls die and our reality, bound to them, takes leave of us. Our souls, dependent upon their nurture, now shrink, wizened. Our minds, formed and informed by their radiance, fall away. We are not so much maddened as reduced to the unutterable ignorance of dark, cold caves. And when great souls die, after a period peace blooms, slowly and always irregularly. Spaces fill with a kind of soothing electric vibration. Our senses, restored, never to be the same, whisper to us. They existed. They existed. We can be. Be and be better. For they existed."
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Enzo Trocchi posted a condolence
Sunday, May 2, 2021
Our deepest sympathies and condolences to Angelo, Perry, Danny & Julie and the extended Rea Family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Enzo Trocchi and Family
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Marlene Bailey posted a condolence
Sunday, May 2, 2021
My love and prayers are with you all. I will truly miss him.
Marlene
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Gerry and Monique Prendergast posted a condolence
Saturday, May 1, 2021
Perry, Danny and the entire Rea family,
We are so sorry to learn the sad news of Joe's passing. All the dedicated work and support that Joe and your family provided to FEMAP (First Episode Mood and Anxiety Program) is very personal to us. Our son Shawn, suffered from anxiety and depression and we designated FEMAP as a charitable choice when he died by suicide in 2009. Please accept our sincere condolences.
Gerry and Monique Prendergast
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Jim Pedrech posted a condolence
Saturday, May 1, 2021
On behalf of Bruno Pedrech and the extended Pedrech family, we offer our deepest condolences to the Rea family and their friends for this loss.
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Teresa Van Waterschoot OConnor planted a tree in memory of Joseph Rea
Saturday, May 1, 2021
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Elizabeth Osuch posted a condolence
Saturday, May 1, 2021
My heart was heavy to hear of our loss of Joe. He was part of the committee that hired me, and he then sustained the role I've held as the Joseph A. Rea Chair of Affective Disorders, his namesake position within the London hospitals and Lawson Research. His memory will live on through all the work we do at the First Episode Mood and Anxiety Program, which would not exist except for Joe's generosity and foresight. Many lives have been touched by grace through his initiatives to improve mental health care.
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Mike Circelli posted a condolence
Saturday, May 1, 2021
Joe made our 1972 CCH Football team special with the way he played and the leadership he provided. My condolences to Perry Danny and the entire Rea family.
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Mike Circelli posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, May 1, 2021
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Gerry and Marg LaRocque posted a condolence
Saturday, May 1, 2021
We were shocked and saddened upon hearing the news of Joe's passing. To Perry, Danny, Julie, Mr. Rea, and the rest of the family, please know you are in our thoughts during this difficult time and under these difficult circumstances. We look forward to the day when we can remember and celebrate Joe's life with you.
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Diane Marcaccio posted a condolence
Saturday, May 1, 2021
So saddened to hear of the loss of Joe, a dear friend who will be so missed. You were a kind and gentle soul. Loved cooking and gardening and always a great conversation with you on world issues or just daily life. Fond memories of happy times in years gone by. My sincere condolences and prayers out to Mr. Rea, Perry, Danny and Julie and the extended family. Love Diane Marcaccio
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Dino DeLellis posted a condolence
Saturday, May 1, 2021
My deepest sympathy and condolences to Angelo, Perry, Danny & Julie and the extended Rea Family as I remember Joe as a very kind individual . Joe will also be remembered as an excellent athlete. With our love! Dino DeLellis & Family
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Brian Gosling posted a condolence
Saturday, May 1, 2021
My condolences to all the Rea family, friends and relatives. Thoughts and prayers with you all. Big hugs.
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Ron Hunter posted a condolence
Saturday, May 1, 2021
Joe was the one who taught me that we didn't " have to " flush the toilet every time we urinate. He also showed taught me about the wild flowers. And he loved coming to my little trailer in Bayfield for a home cooked Filipino meal. Joe had such a grace and gentleness about him. He will be missed.
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Jacqui Denomme posted a condolence
Saturday, May 1, 2021
I first met Joe at the Central Library the day of his Mood Disorder Chair funding announcement and we connected over the table of library materials I was 'manning' for the event as a library staff person. He handed me a book that was very important to him, filled with MANY post-it notes and told me it was THE BEST book on depression (it won the Pulitzer Prize, so, yes, it was right up there!). He handed me that book for safe-keeping while the announcement was made in the Wolf Performance Hall. I read that book and long story short, we became fast-friends, never seeming to run out of things to talk about. I have many memories of time spent with Joe, but perhaps the most notable would be our time spent sitting cross-legged in the circle at the apartment of Yeshe Wangpo learning Buddhist meditation and mindfulness teachings. I know that time meant a lot to Joe. To Joe's family and his large group of loved ones, my sincere condolences to you on the passing of this wonderful man.
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Shelly Logan posted a symbolic gesture
Saturday, May 1, 2021
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Joe lived and worked to help educate people about the environmental issues that are killing our mother earth. He lived his life with integrity regarding this issue. For a few years he planted native wildflower seeds in his backyard and let them flourish, untended so that the birds, butterflies, and insects could live their natural life there. He did so much more than this but this is a fond memory of mine. In his memory may we all do something for this planet which gives us life. Rest in peace Joe Rea. You were so much more than I can express here.
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