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Jo-Ann Pettit Obituary

Pettit Jo-Ann Marie Pettit, age 84, went to her eternal Home on Saturday, October 1, 2016 at Mt Carmel West. Jo-Ann was born in Columbus, Ohio to the late Alva and Evelyn Jones on February 11, 1932. An active member of Avondale United Methodist Church for over 75 years, she loved spending time with her family and friends. She also loved playing cards with the "Better Halves" euchre club and with her high school friends club, KTC. Jo-Ann was also a member of the Columbus Firefighters Wives Auxiliary. Preceded in death by her parents and husband Tom Sr., her one and only true love. Survived by sons, Tom (Cathy) and Tim (Brenda) Pettit: grandchildren, Heather Pettit, Lesa (Eric Kistler) Matheny, Holly (Lincoln) Elston and Timmy II (Katie Carte) Pettit; great grandchildren, Jakson Matheny, Emeri and Maklynn Elston; brother, Paul (Janie) Pettit; cousins, Jack and Kay Barr; special friends, Betty King and Betty Penwell; as well as her beloved beagle, Lily. Friends may call at JERRY SPEARS FUNERAL HOME, 2693 W. Broad St., Tuesday, 4-8 p.m, where service will be held 10 a.m. Wednesday. Pastor Kevin Chambers officiating. Interment Sunset Cemetery. Family and friends who wish may make contributions to Avondale United Methodist Church, 89 Avondale Ave., Columbus, OH, 43222 in her name. Well done, good and faithful servant.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Oct. 2 to Oct. 3, 2016.

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Flo Masters

April 13, 2017

Tom and Tim - Just heard about your mom's death. Heaven is now a better place; they're lucky to have her. A wonderful friend. Loved her dearly.

Dave & Debbie Poole

October 6, 2016

TIM, TOM (AND FAMILIES): So sorry to hear of your mom's passing --- what a wonderful gal and a bright spot on our block! My mom sure loved her and that whole euchre gang. Our deepest condolences.

John and Helen Modlich

October 5, 2016

Tom and Kathy. Sorry to hear about your Mom. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you at this time

Marylee Schwav

October 4, 2016

JoAnn was a lovely person inside and out. We worked together for many years in the Firemen's Wives Auxillary Prayers of comfort to all who loved her.

Nancy Durfee-ZZdeering

October 4, 2016

I am so sorry to hear of Jo Ann's passing. I volunteered at Mt Carmel hospital with her.
What a sweet and lovely lady. My prayers are with her family.

Carol Penwell-Frank

October 3, 2016

I have known her over 58 years. She has always been God's faithful servant and loved by everyone. We will miss her greatly. Go Bucks ! (She would want me to say that!)

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