Charles Reali

Charles Reali March 8, 1944 – November 26, 2025 Charles “Chuck” Reali, 81, of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, passed away peacefully on November 26, 2025. Born on March 8, 1944, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Charles lived a life marked by dedication to family, professional excellence, and a love for lakes, streams, and rivers rich with bass – smallmouth being his favorite. He was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved wife, Noreen, whom he met during a study abroad program in Madrid, Spain. Chuck graduated in 1966 from the University of Notre Dame with a Bachelor of Arts in Modern Languages (Spanish) and later earned his Executive MBA from Ohio University. His career in the aluminum industry spanned six decades, starting with Alcoa. He subsequently held executive positions at Vanalco, Evergreen Aluminum, Columbia Falls Aluminum Company, and ultimately retired as the CEO of Magnitude 7 Metals (formerly Noranda) in New Madrid County, Missouri. Always dedicated to safety and ethical business practices, Charles leaves an indelible impact on the aluminum industry. Charles is survived by his daughter, Cristan Morales, and her husband, Mike; his two granddaughters, Kaylee and Isabella Morales; his son, Jon Reali; his brothers, Craig and Jimmy (Hanny Basso); brothers-in-law Bruce Palka (MaryAnn) and Keith Palka; and nephews Kevin, Sean, and Edward. Outside of work, Chuck enjoyed watching Notre Dame college football, Chicago Cubs baseball, and Formula 1 racing, and, in earlier years, practicing target archery and shooting sports (along with his wife and son). His true passion was fishing – a pastime he cherished throughout his life. Few things made Charles happier than an early morning topwater bite. That said, his family always came first. Charles took great pride in and deeply loved his wife, children, and grandchildren. A memorial service will be held at St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Vancouver, Washington Thursday, December 11 beginning with a 10:15am viewing. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the Palka/Reali Memorial Fund at the University of Notre Dame. Donations may be made online at giving.nd.edu by selecting the Palka/Reali Memorial Fund. Notre Dame – three generations deep – has been a foundation for both the Palka and Reali families. Per Chuck’s request, “GO IRISH!”

Charles Reali

March 8, 1944 - November 26, 2025