Jeannie “Kay” Ream was born October 1, 1941 in Arizona to Lyle and Mildred Sannes. She was called home to be with the Lord on February 23rd, 2026. Kay was the oldest of 13th in her family. She lived in Arizona her entire life. Married and had 4 sons.
She was an avid gardener and plant enthusiast, she loved to paint and often captured the beautiful Arizona landscape views in her paintings. Along with her passion for plants, gardening and painting, Kay had a loving relationship with her Savior Jesus. She was a long time attendee at Calvary Chapel in Camp Verde for over the past 20 years.
She was proceeded in death by her parents Lyle and Mildred Sannes. Her brothers Philip, Richard, Kennith and Hugh Sannes, her sister Karen (Annie) Edwards.
Survived by her sons Lyle (Tammy) Ford, Bryce (Sharon), Todd (April) Ford and John (Amber) Ford, her siblings David, Fred, Charlie, Kris, Kary, Keely, and Karolyn. Grandkids Tiffany, Aaron, Brandi, Luke, Amanda, Colton, Jenifer, Ashlyn and Jordyn. Multiple Great Grandkids.
A Celebration of life will be held on March 21st, at Calvary Chapel of Camp Verde. In lieu of flowers the family asks donations be made to the Calvary Chapel of Camp Verde to continue supporting God's light be shared with others.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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