John Emanuele Re
October 8, 1953 ~ October 6, 2019
John Emanuel Re, 65, of Leonardtown, MD formerly from Drexel Hill, PA passed away on October 6, 2019 at his home. Born on October 8, 1953 in Delaware, he was the son of the late Guido Re and Jacqueline Rendone Re who passed away on June 11, 1989. John was the loving husband of Terry Ann Re, whom he married on October 22, 1988 in Fairfax, VA. He is survived by his siblings William Re, Jacqueline Re McDuffie, Stephen Re, and Michael Re. Also survived by his nieces and nephews Michelle White, Paul Trent, Rebakah Hill, Aaron Trent, Dana Mastrocola, Brittany Re, Caroline Barone, Connor McDuffie, Devin McDuffie, Stephen Re, Jenna Fletcher, Morgan Re, and Jordan Re. He was preceded in death by his nephew Michael Trent, Jr.
John graduated from Cardinal O’Hara High School in 1972, and graduated from West Chester University in 1977 with a Master’s Degree in Theology and in Guidance Education.
John was a guidance counselor for Archbishop Carroll High School in Washington, DC, Paul VI. High School Fairfax, VA, St. Mary’s Ryken Leonardtown, MD, Margaret Brent Middle School Mechanicsville, MD, and Hollywood Elementary Hollywood, MD. He was a guidance counselor for over 40 years, retiring in June, 2016. John was a member of the Kiwanis Club, a lector, and also taught YFF (Youth Faith Formation) at St. George Catholic Church Valley Lee, MD. He was a mentor to many students throughout his life.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, October 9, 2019 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home Leonardtown, MD. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Thursday, October 10, 2019 at 11:00 AM in St. George Catholic Church Valley Lee, MD with Father Paul Nguyen officiating. Interment will be private. Serving as pallbearers will be Paul Trent, Aaron Trent, Michael Trent, Bill Re, Nathan Hill, and Jeff Trent. Honorary pallbearers will be Michael Re and Stephen Re.
Contributions may be made to St. George Catholic Church 19212 St. George Church Road Valley Lee, MD 20692.
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Sending my sincere sympathy and prayers during this sad time. Terry Cutchember, St. George Church Parishioner.
Terry, Our sincerest sympathy to you and all family and many friends. John was a great man and awesome teacher. We really cherished his friendship over the years. It is difficult to put our feelings into words but be assured of our love, thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. If there is anything you need, we will be there for you. Rest In Peace dear friend. ❤️
John was extremely kind to my mother, Audrey. His kindness and Terry’s, is greatly appreciated. My family is very fortunate to have neighbors and friends like John and Terry. We all can find comfort, knowing John is now in the arms of our Lord. Thank you John, Bheannaigh Dia thu`.
We are deeply saddened to hear of Mr. Re’s passing. He taught my daughters during their YFF 8th grades. Mr. Re will be remembered as one of the most kind-hearted people we have ever met who truly cared about his students.
Our Deepest Sympathies,
Tommy, Mary, Kayla and Hannah Purcell
Dear Terry,
I am also sending my sincere sympathy and prayers. John looked after his students with love and kindness. He would always check in the school kitchen to make sure a new student had their ID number in the system. He really cared. We always ended our conversations with, Go Eagles! Glad to have known you John.
God Bless you and Terry.
Sincerely,
Patty Schwartz (MBMS Food Service)
Dear Terry, I was so sorry to learn of John’s death. I remember so well the first time I met him at St. Mary’s Ryken. Sarah Kane said to me, “You are going to love him. He is such a gentle man and has such a great sense of humor.” Indeed he did. What a team we had – John, Anne, and me. Shared lots of good times and tough times, but he always had that wonderful smile. I know how much you will miss him, Terry – remember the good times. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
John was one of the most caring individuals I have ever met. I met him first at St. Mary’s Ryken and then again when he joined our counseling team at SMCPS. He was always smiling and had a great sense of humor. Thoughts and prayers to family and friends.
Mr. Re was a dear person to all. We knew him from Margaret Brent Middle. He always spoke when we saw him out. May he Rest In Peace. God bless his family.
I’m so sorry to hear of Mr. Re’s death. He was a wonderful guidance counselor to me and many others at SMR and shaped our lives for the better. My thoughts and prayers are for his repose and strength and comfort for his family.
Terry,
I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. May your many memories of him bring you comfort during this difficult time.
Writing with sorrow on the loss of a good, kind person who touched the lives of many children. Mr. Re was a caring and talented School Counselor at Hollywood Elementary School.
With sympathy, Maryann Granata
Terry,
I am so sorry for your loss. Even though I didn’t have Mr. Re as my Guidance Counselor at SRMC, I knew he was a good man. He was always smiling. Praying for you during this difficult time.
Sending my condolences to your family and may your fond memories stay close to your hearts. I pray that you find comfort in God’s words found in Acts 24:15