Frank G. Rever

Frank G. Rever, 64, of Coatesville, passed away suddenly on Saturday, December 26, 2020, at his home.  He was the beloved husband of Maryanne Illes-Rever, who he loved dearly.

Born in Coatesville, Frank was the son of the late Elizabeth (Monaghan) and Carl Rever.  A lifetime resident of Chester County, Frank was a 1975 graduate of CASH.  He worked at Dopaco and later Pactiv as a warehouseman, where he was known as "Papa Bear".

Frank was a volunteer firefighter from 1972 to 1991, having reached 2nd Asst. Chief for Southern Chester County Rescue Station 71 until it's closing in 1991.  He enjoyed watching the Philadelphia Eagles and NASCAR and he loved model building and cooking.

Frank is survived, in addition to his wife, by his three children: Frank G. Rever Jr, Tiffany Ramirez, and Charity Illes-Smith; grandchildren, Alexis and Samantha Ramirez, Mark, Mason, Madelynn and Roman Norris, and Grace Ann Smith.

A public viewing will take place on Monday, January 4th, 2021 from 1 PM to 2:30 PM at Wilde Funeral Home, 434 Main St., Parkesburg, Pa.  Directly after the viewing, interment will be held at St. Stanislaus Cemetery in Coatesville.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Frank's memory to LaMancha Animal Rescue and mailed to 855 Doe Run Road, Coatesville, PA 19320.

Online condolences can be posted to www.wildefuneralhome.com