Shelby "Blanton" Reece's obituary , Passed away on January 15, 2026 in Rutherfordton, North Carolina

Shelby "Blanton" Reece

1940 - January 15, 2026

Rutherfordton, North Carolina

Shelby "Blanton" Reece's obituary , Passed away on January 15, 2026 in Rutherfordton, North Carolina

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Shelby "Blanton" Reece

1940 - January 15, 2026

Rutherfordton, North Carolina

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Shelby Reece Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Shelby Reece (Rutherfordton, North Carolina), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on January 15, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Shelby Reece to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Luther Grayson Blanton and Cumi Harris Blanton; her husband Harley Reece; her children, Michael Reece and Robin Edwards; and her siblings, Joyce Wells, Marilyn Price and Carlyle Blanton.

She is survived by: her daughter Sharon (J. D.); and her grandchildren, Jordan Lattimore, Harley Lattimore (Lindsey) and Matthew Lattimore (Sydnee).

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Hospice of the Carolina Foothills (PO Box 336 Forest City, NC 2843).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Crowe's Mortuary and Crematory



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118 College Ave, Rutherfordton, NC 28139

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