Wesley, Jeannine A. (nee Reeder), passed away, Saturday, February 7, 2026 at the age of 86.

Jeannine was born and raised in Evanston, Illinois, where she proudly graduated from Evanston Township High School. She went on to attend Iowa State University, earning a B.S. in Physical Education, while also an active cheerleader and a member of the Alpha Gamma Delta sorority. Jeannine dedicated 30 years of her life to working at Lafayette High School, where she was a study hall teacher and cheer leading sponsor for many years. A beloved fixture at the school, she supervised many school dance and was present at countless sporting events, either taking tickets or supporting the team from the stands. Jeannine was an avid reader and was frequently spotted at many events or around school with a paperback book and reading glasses in tow.

Outgoing and full of life, Jeannine never met a stranger. Throughout her life and career, she was widely known as a surrogate mother to countless students, offering guidance and support to generations of young people, which filled her with joy. Armed with a good amount of sarcasm and a big heart, many students, co-workers, and parents were fans of Ms. Wesley.

Jeannine is survived by her dear children, Jim Wesley, John (Joanna) Wesley and Jennifer (Bill) Fortel; loving Grammy of Ryan Wesley, Mallory Wesley, Madison Wesley, Emily Wesley, Jordan Qasrawi (Mike) and Reid Fortel; sister to Susan (James) Karandreas and the late Bob (Betty) Reeder; loving aunt, cousin and friend to many.

Services: Funeral service at the SCHRADER Funeral Home and Crematory, 14960 Manchester Road at Holloway, Ballwin, Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.  If desired, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association .  Visitation Friday, February 13, 2026 from 4-8 p.m.  Friends may sign the family's on-line guestbook at Schrader.com.