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Frank Junior Rea, Jr., age 62, of White Pigeon, passed away Thursday evening, November 13, 2025, at Beacon Kalamazoo Hospital.
He was born on February 17, 1963 in Hammond, Indiana, son of the late Frank and Phyllis (Guertin) Rea.
Frank had resided in the Sturgis and White Pigeon area since 1987, coming from South Bend. He was currently employed by Champagne Metals in Middlebury. Prior to joining Champagne, he worked at Lakeland Paper Company in Shipshewana, and for many years at Syndicate Supply in Middlebury until the company’s closing.
He enjoyed watching movies and his favorite fast food meals.
Frank is survived by his brother, William (Shona) Rea of Sturgis; sisters, Paula (Jim) Nowak of Hillsboro, Indiana, Pamela (Randy) Jones of Bronson, Mary (Raoul) Navaro of Kouts, Indiana, and Donna (Abraham) Miller of White Pigeon; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents and sisters, April Livingstone and Christine Rea.
In accordance with Frank’s wishes, cremation has taken place. Private family services will be held at a later date.
Memorial donations would be appreciated to Hackman Family Funeral Homes, P.O. Box 9, Sturgis, MI 49091, to help the family with expenses.
Relatives and friends are encouraged to share memories and condolences at www.hackmanfamilyfuneralhomes.com.
