Rhea Allen Hart, Sr., 75, of New Holland, passed away on Thursday, February 28th at his home, surrounded by his family.
He was the beloved husband of Marie R. (Kita) Hart, with whom he shared 56 years of marriage.
Born in Coatesville, Rhea was the son of the late Earl and Edna (Burrell) Hart. He was a 1955 graduate of Coatesville Area Senior High. Rhea was retired 10 years ago from Burroughs of Downingtown.
He is survived, in addition to his wife, by two children: Deborah Mann of Downingtown and David M. Hart, husband of Nancy, of Coatesville; six grandchildren and five great grandchildren. He was predeceased by a son, Rhea A. Hart, Jr. and a brother William Hart.
Memorial services will be held at the Wilde Funeral Home, 434 Main St., Parkesburg, on Thursday evening, March 7, 2013 at 7 PM, with a visitation from 6 until 7 PM. The interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, P.O. Box 22718, Oklahoma City, OK 73123.