1944
2017
Jo Ann Kellis
Ankeny
Jo Ann Kellis, 73, passed away Saturday, October 21, 2017, at Sunny View Care Center in Ankeny.
A celebration of Jo Ann's life will be held at 10 a.m., Thursday, October 26, 2017, at Ankeny Funeral Home, 1510 W. First Street - Ankeny. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service.
Jo Ann Edna Bakken was born June 2, 1944, in Joice, Iowa to Joseph and Edna (Nyhus) Bakken. She grew up and received her education from Lake Mills High School, graduating in the class of 1962. Jo Ann made her career as a staffing supervisor for different health care providers including, Nurse Force, Kimberly Quality Care, and Wesley Acres. Jo Ann was a longtime resident of Ankeny where she raised her six children; Travis, Trevor, Troy, Todd, Shawn, and Ashley.
She enjoyed watching and participating in numerous sports such as, bowling, softball, basketball, football, and golf. She was an avid fan of the Iowa Hawkeyes, and also treasured playing dominos, Yahtzee, Scrabble, and many card games with her children and grandchildren. Most of all, Jo Ann loved spending time with her children, watching her grandchildren's activities, and being with her poodle, Gidget; who was her constant companion.
Jo Ann will be deeply missed by her children, Travis (Michelle) Ouverson, Trevor (Michelle) Ouverson, Troy Ouverson, Todd (Shelly) Ouverson, Shawn (Kaylee) Kellis, and Ashley (Michael) Harmon; sixteen grandchildren; and two sisters, Nancy (Craig Ellingson) Swenson and Jean (Sam) Pederson. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Edna Bakken; brother, Ronald Bakken; and granddaughter, Jennifer Ouverson.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the AHeinz 57 Pet Rescue for Jo Ann's love of animals. Condolences and memories of Jo Ann may be shared with her family at www.AnkenyFuneralHome.com.
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5 Entries
She was a good mom ,grandma, friend we are sorry for her loss
sherry porter
Family
November 15, 2017
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.Jo was a great friend to my wife Sueanne Roberson who preceeded Jo in passing in Aug. 2016. They both enjoyed their occasional lunch or dinner and talking about their families. Having a large family nearby will help you all to recover. Jo was always helping other people. Sorry for your loss.
Tom Roberson
October 26, 2017
So sorry to hear about JoAnn. Will always remember her sweet smile and kind ways. Our sympathy to your whole family...
Diane Anderson, classmate of Jean's
Diane Anderson
October 24, 2017
I am so sad to hear about Jo's passing. We met in 1976 and she has been instrumental in my life since then. Always there for you and a true example of a friend. While we would lose touch on and off throughout the years I felt a sense of security and peace that she was around. Much of last night I spent thinking of her and all of you. Always and forever in my mind and heart. ---- I love all of you!
Linda Salvucci
October 24, 2017
I was so sorry to hear about Jo Ann. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family at this time and also in the days to come.
Lowell and Kathy Fick
October 24, 2017
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