Corita Reef-Belyea, of Grand Bay–Westfield, New Brunswick, Canada, formerly of Rossville, passed away on November 14, 2025, at the Saint John Regional Hospital in New Brunswick, Canada. Born in 1930, in Indianapolis, Indiana, Corita lived a full and active life defined by dedication to her family and her work.
Corita is survived by her husband, John Belyea of Grand Bay–Westfield, as well as her sons Paul and Brian Douglas Reef. She leaves behind 8 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren, and 8 great-great-grandchildren, all residing in Indiana. She was predeceased by her son James Richard Reef in 2021.
Throughout her career, Corita worked in office management and also served as a property manager. She enjoyed tending to flowers, spending time in her yard, and fishing—pastimes that brought her great joy.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, December 3, 2025, from 11am until the time of the service at 1pm at Day & Genda Funeral Home ~ Bodine Chapel in Rossville. Burial will follow at Rossville Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice. Messages of condolence may be left at www.dayandgenda.com.