Imogene “Jean” Reeves, 80, of Lake Wales (formerly of Anniston, Ala.) passed :away Thursday, Nov. 29, 2012, at the Lake Wales Medical Center. (Due to heart failure).

Miss Reaves was born March 7, 1932, in Calhoun County, Alabama to the late James and Lee. (Roach) Reeves and has been a resident of Lake Wales since 1975 moving here from Frostproof.

Miss Reeves began her teaching career in Aiabama and retired from Frostproof Middle Senior High School after teaching English for 32 years. After retirement, Jean enjoyed traveling with friends, and was an avid reader.

She passed away with friends at her side.

Survivors include her caregivers: Bunny Wetzel of Babson Park, Fla., James and Tammy Herman of Babson Park, Fla., Jimmy and Jenny B. Smith of Frostproof, Fla.; cousins, Howard Fulmer and Frances Pricket of Anniston, Ala.; and many beloved friends and former students.

Funeral services will be held under the direction of Anniston Memorial Funeral Home in Anniston, Ala. with interment being held Tuesday, Dec. 4, 1100 a.m. at the Anniston Memorial Gardens, Marion’ Nelson Funeral Home of Lake Wales is in charge of local arrangements.

Contributions may be made to the American Heart Association or the American Cancer Society; Condolences may be sent to the family at www.marionneìscmfuneralhome-com.

Marion Nelson Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.