Reka Rich Demasi

Reka Rich DeMasi, daughter of the late Dr. and Mrs. Morris Rich of Orangeburg, SC, died peacefully at her home on February 5th, 2016 at the age of 82. The relatives and friends of Reka R. DeMasi are invited to attend her Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM, Tuesday, February 9, 2016 at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 5 St. Teresa Drive. The Rite of Committal will follow in Holy Cross Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 6:00 PM until 8:00 PM, Monday, February 8, 2016 at the James A. McAlister Funeral Home, 1620 Savannah Highway. Her guestbook may be signed online at CharlestonFunerals.com. Mrs. DeMasi held various positions on the SCARC board and South Carolina Special Olympics. She devoted much of her life to serving those with special needs, including her work at Delicious Delights Bakery and the Coastal Center. Reka was an avid gardener, gourmet cook, and a lover of sports particularly those involving her Clemson Tigers. She was the proud mother of Thomas William DeMasi and wife Vicki of Cary, NC; Diane DeMasi Meagher and husband Dennis of Troy, MI; and Andrew James DeMasi and wife Mary of Mount Pleasant, SC. She was adored by her 7 grandchildren; Lauren, Kristin, Drew, Alex, Alison, Gabriella, and Sydney and 3 great grandchildren. She is predeceased by her husband Dr. Alexander William DeMasi and daughter Susan Theresa. In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Special Olympics of South Carolina, 1276 Assembly St., Columbia , SC 29201. Arrangements by James A. McAlister Inc.