Cecilia M. Rehe

Cecilia M. Rehe, age 103, of Shelby Township (formerly a longtime resident of Royal Oak), passed away on January 6, 2024. Cecilia graduated from Marygrove College in Detroit. She exchanged vows with Robert H. Rehe on October 14, 1944 at St. Michael Catholic Church in Monroe. The couple lived in Virginia while Robert was in the service, then moved back to the Detroit area once Robert's service commitment was up. Cecilia was a devoted homemaker who was always dedicated to her six children. She also gave generously of her time as a volunteer in the church office at Shrine of the Little Flower in Royal Oak, where she later became a dedicated employee. In later years, she donated her time to the American Cancer Society. Cecilia enjoyed her retirement, and she particularly enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and being in the company of her many friends. She was also very independent, remaining in the same home in Royal Oak for sixty-two years-until she simply could no longer do so. Selfless in nature, Cecilia was always most concerned with how others were doing. Whether it was driving her friends to appointments, or just checking in to see how someone was doing, Cecilia was always thinking and doing outside of herself. And she was blessed with a quick wit and a great sense of humor that helped her get along well with those who were younger, oftentimes those who were much younger. Cognitively sharp until the end, she remained keenly interested in world events and how those in her beloved family were doing. She will be dearly missed. Cecilia is survived by her children: Mary Ann (William) Davis, Gary (Kathy) Rehe, Bob (Deborah), James (Loretta), Nancy Ross, and Catherine Rehe; eleven grandchildren; and fifteen great-grandchildren. She was predeceased by her husband, Robert; her two sisters; and one brother. Inurnment for Cecilia will take place Saturday, January 13, 2024 9:30am at Roseland Park Cemetery, Woodward Ave at Twelve Mile Rd., Berkley. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the National Shrine of the Little Flower Basilica are appreciated. Please share a memory on Cecilia's Tribute Wall at www.SullivanFuneralDirectors.com.

Cecilia M. Rehe

October 10, 1920 - January 6, 2024