Clayton Finley Rea's Obituary
Clayton Finley Rea, age 81, of Pittsburgh, passed away on Friday, January 17, 2020.
Clayton is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Marjorie K. Rea. Loving father of Wendy (Lance) Rea, Daniel (Kelli Jo) Rea, and Julie R. Mills. Grandfather of McKayla and Meredith Mills. Brother of Curtis (Margie), Charles (Linda Sue), Kenny (Patricia), Keith, and David (Sandi). Clayton is also survived by many nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, George Lester and Mildred Duffey Rea.
Clayton proudly served in the United States Coast Guard, was a graduate of Grove City College ('61), and was a Steelers fan, who enjoyed antique cars, and playing cards. Above all, he loved spending time with his family, especially his granddaughters. Clay will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 25, 2020, from 10 am to 12 pm at the JEFFERSON MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, INC., 301 Curry Hollow Rd., Pleasant Hills, 15236. A Celebration of Life Service will be held in the Funeral Home's Chapel at 12 pm. Interment at National Cemetery of the Alleghenies. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in Clayton's memory to the Alzheimer's Association of Greater Pittsburgh at alz.org/pa. Condolences may be shared at www.jeffersonmemorial.biz.
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