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Barbara Rees Obituary
PEORIA - Barbara Ellen Rees, 84, of Venice, Fla., formerly of Peoria, passed away Thursday, Aug. 21, 2014.
Barbara was born Dec. 24, 1929, in Peoria, Ill., to Eunice (Shrigley) and Guy Rees. She was preceded in death by her brother, Dale.
Barbara received a B.S. in mathematics from Illinois State University and a M.A. in math education from Central Michigan University. She was a teacher for 22 years at East Peoria Community High School.
Survivors include her friend, Alma Collins; nephews, Dean and Steven Rees; niece, Carrie Reeder; four great-nieces, Erika, Rachel, Brynn and Lily Rees; and great-nephew, Grant Reeder.
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Jeanette Zglobicki
August 26, 2014
I will miss seeing her on a weekly basis. She was one of my favorite clients. I always looked forward to seeing her and giving her my Einstein signature hair do. She would totally understand. She was a great person and a friend. I miss her dearly.
Pat and Terry Henschel and Donaue
August 24, 2014
We have known Barbara for many years,and are saddened by her passing. We shall miss her. We send our sympathy to Alma, and to all of Barbara's family.
Pat and Terry Henschel and Donaue
August 24, 2014
Barbara was a wonderful friend, whom
we have known for many years. We send our warmest sympathy to Alma, and to
all of her family. We shall miss her.
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