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JO ANN TORRENCE WILSON

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JO WILSON Obituary

Jo Ann Torrence Wilson, after an extended battle with cancer, passed away on December 3, 2009. Jo Ann, the daughter of Floyd and Mable Torrence, was born in Beaumont, Texas on September 9, 1948. After graduating from South Park High School, she worked in the medical field, leaving work only when her health no longer allowed her to continue. Jo Ann loved watching football and baseball, especially the Houston Texans and the Houston Astros. She could recite details about each player, their histories, stats, and families. She also loved to read. Romance novels were her favorite. She is survived by her husband Larry, her daughter Paige, and granddaughter Hailey. In addition, she leaves a brother, Freddy O'Pry and wife Muffy; a sister, Peggy Plummer and husband Alan; nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, friends, and co-workers. Visitation with the family is scheduled for Monday, December 7th from 6-8pm at Grand View Funeral Home, 8501 Spencer Hwy., Pasadena, TX. Funeral service will be held Tuesday, December 8th at 12:00 PM in the Chapel of Grand View Funeral Home. Grand View Funeral Home 8501 Spencer Hwy. Pasadena, Texas 77505 281-479-6076

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Published by The Beaumont Enterprise on Dec. 7, 2009.

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Jerry Turner

December 26, 2009

Larry and Paige, I was so sorry to hear about JoAnn's passing. We were friends from May 1977 and even though I didn't see you very often, you remained in my heart. There is a void in our world now. You both are in my prayers.

Leslie Napoleon-Williams

December 8, 2009

Larry,Paige,& Haley,
I just want to let you know that JoAnn was a very special person and Loved each of yall with all of her heart I remember when I worked with her she loved to tell stories about Haley and Paige and she was a very good story teller she never left out any details I will miss her very much and may GOD bless you and your family in this time of need.

Sharon Macha

December 7, 2009

Larry, Paige, & Haley, I will miss visiting with Jo by phone. She was always so interested in what was going on with me and Angie. But most of all, she loved to talk about the three of you. She loved you all so very much! I will miss her.

Terri Jordan

December 7, 2009

Larry & Paige & Haley, I just wanted you know how much Jo Ann meant to me. She has been a great friend to me for about 14 years, I love her very much, she was a true friend to me and always there to listen. I will miss her so much. Just know GOd will take good care of her. Love you all.
Terri Jordan

Trisha and Family

December 6, 2009

Paige & Larry, I was so saddened to hear of Joann's passing…I have many wonderful memories being part of your family during my school day years! May the peace of God be with you during this time and always. You both are in our prayers!

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