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Phyllis Rea Obituary
REA, 70
Auto Parts Expediter
LAKE WALES - Mrs. Phyllis Jean Rea, 70, of Lake Wales, Florida, died on Tuesday, June 28, 2011, at her home, of heart failure.
She was born April 1, 1941 in Front Royal, Virginia and moved to Lake Wales twenty-six years ago from Orlando. She was a retired auto parts expediter. She was an active member of the Women of the Moose Chapter #1974 in Lake Wales. She was of the Christian faith.
Survivors include her daughter Robin Neel, and sons Leonard Johnson and David Robinson, all of Lake Wales, a brother Thomas Smedly of Orlando, five grandchildren, five great grandchildren, and her in-laws, cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Visitation will be Tuesday, July 5, 2011, from 9:00 A.M. until her funeral service begins at 11:00 A.M. at the Johnson Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Ken Geren officiating. Interment will follow at Lake Wales Cemetery.
Memorials of remembrance may be made to the Women of the Moose 3601 State Road 60 East, Lake Wales, FL 33898.
(863) 676-1431
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Memories and Condolences
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6 Entries
June 26, 2012
sorry Gwynne, I only just today noticed your message. I have no idea how we're related! But sure, I'll leave some info so you can write.
Joy Bruns
pob 298707
Wasilla AK 99629
would be interested in hearing some family stories!!
Joy
July 13, 2011
In response to the July 9th question. Yes Uncle Tommy is the only surviving sibling. I would like to correspond with you if you leave your name and address, since I am your cousin, I would like to know you. Gwynne Williams Waybright, Salisbury, Md
July 9, 2011
oh my, it's sad to hear of my aunts passing. she was my dads sister. is Tommy the only sibling left?!
July 9, 2011
oh my
Gwynne Waybright
July 2, 2011
Aunt Philly,even though we were separated by distance you were always with us in our hearts.You were truly a wonderful person and will be missed by your family and friends.You are now at peace and with all your love ones that have gone before you. On behalf of your family of the Smedley's,Costello's and Beattie's we love you and will miss you. Your nieces and nephews.
Gwynne
The Staff of Johnson Funeral Home
July 2, 2011
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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