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

Jean "Blanton" Reece

1940 - January 15, 2026

Shelby, North Carolina

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

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Jean "Blanton" Reece

1940 - January 15, 2026

Shelby, North Carolina

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Jean Reece Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Jean Reece of Shelby, North Carolina, who passed away on January 15, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

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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