Photo courtesy of Davenport Family Funeral Home and Crematory - Barrington
Arlington Heights, Illinois
Jo Ludford, of Barrington, Illinois and Chokoloskee, Florida, passed away with her loving family by her side on Thursday, October 9, 2014.
Jo had multiple talents and skills; next to working as the CEO of REL Graphics for over 20 years, she sang in the choir at the Everglades Community Church in Florida, and was very proud to have been a majorette for the Ashland Tomcats, leading the Inaugural Parade for President Truman as the lead majorette. Jo loved gardening, fishing, cooking, spending time with her grandchildren, and was an avid Chicago Bears fan.
Jo is survived by her loving children, Rebecca (Daniel) Nance, Roberta (Joseph) Priser, Trey (Colleen) Ludford, Joseph Bianchi, Maria (Mark) Gabryszewski, John Bianchi, Liz (John) Raviolo, Michelle (Steven) Naggatz; 45 grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and sister, Carol (Jorge) Topete.
She was preceded in death by her parents; loving husband, Robert; daughter, Kristy Stroder; and son, Stephen Bianchi.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, October 14 from 5-9pm at Davenport Family Funeral Home and Crematory, 149 W Main St (Lake-Cook Rd) Barrington, IL 60010. There will be a brief visitation the following day, Wednesday, October 15 from 9am until the time of the funeral service at 10am at Willow Creek Community Church, 67 Algonquin Rd, South Barrington, IL 60010. Burial will follow at Montrose Cemetery, Chicago.
Thinking of you and Robert today, Jo! Miss you. Thanks for all your help. Love
Robert Shields
October 04, 2022
Our dear friend, Bob:
We are so sad to hear Jo passed. Loved her (and you) very much. Bob, it's Robert Shields and Debbie Cochran from Interior Plant Design. Love you, Bob!!!!
March 07, 2017
It was a blessing in our lives to get to know Jo as a friend during our winters in the everglades. Her friendly, smiling face and lovely voice in the community church choir will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Sincere sympathy to her family.
Robert and Sue Rogers
October 19, 2014 | Brockville, ON
Thanksgiving Day
In loving memory from Dan, Sandra, Denise, Brian, the great grandchildren Desmond, Kayla, Isabella, Pierce, and Evan, we will love you and miss you always. The time we shared together with you during Christmas at Joey's home in 2012 will always be a cherished memory in our hearts. We regret that our family in Las Vegas couldn't spend more time together with you during the past fifteen years since we lived so far apart. But, in time as God wishes we will all join you again someday. Until then...
Dan, Sandra, Denise, Brian, Desmond, Kayla, Isabella, Pierce, Evan, (Nance, Brown)
October 14, 2014 | Las Vegas, NV
Yesterday here in Canada it was our Thanksgiving day. One of the many, many things I am thankful for, is having Jo for such a good friend, I loved her and will miss her so much
Judy Jury
Judy Jury
October 14, 2014 | London, On Canada
Liz and Family - sending our love and condolences to you and the entire family.
Alice & John Raviolo
October 14, 2014 | Cave Junction, OR
Maria, I am so sorry for your loss. I can only imagine how difficult this time must be. Your mom sounded like a very unique and special person. I am keeping you and your family in my prayers. Pam Mayer-Caes
Pam Mayer-Caes
October 14, 2014 | La Grange
Mrs. Ludford and family, accept our condolences we will be praying for you God bless you. Beaubien lunchroom staff.
lunch room staff
October 14, 2014 | Chicago, IL
Michelle and family, May peace be with you in times of mourning, and know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Natalie Davis
October 13, 2014 | Chicago, IL