Wednesday, January 21, 2026 11:18 am

Shelby Jean Reece, age 85, passed away January 15, 2026.

A native of Rutherford County, she was the daughter of Luther Grayson Blanton and Cumi Harris Blanton.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Harley Reece; her son, Michael Reece; her daughter, Robin Edwards; sisters, Joyce Wells and Marilyn Price, and brother, Carlyle Blanton.

Left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Sharon and husband J.D., and grandchildren, Jordan Lattimore, Harley Lattimore and wife Lindsey, Matthew Lattimore and wife Sydnee.

The funeral service was held in the chapel of Crowe's Mortuary on January 20.

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

Online condolences may be made at www.crowemortuary.com.