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Joanne Marie LeBow

1935 - 2025

BORN

1935

DIED

2025

Joanne LeBow Obituary

Name: Celebration of Life for Joanne Marie LeBow
Start: 2025-04-05T19:00:00.000Z
End: 2025-04-05T22:00:00.000Z
Location: Wilderness Ridge Golf Club

Joanne Marie LeBow

November 1, 1935 - February 18, 2025

Joanne LeBow (89), beloved mother to five children of Lincoln, Nebraska, passed away unexpectedly from a stroke on February 18, 2025, leaving a void her family cannot fill. Up until the end, Joanne was very active working part-time for her son Stephen, playing golf, enjoying bridge night with friends and sharing that beautiful and amazing laugh she was fondly known for.

Joanne, was a devoted mother to Stephen Mannix (Lincoln, NE), CJ Mannix (San Diego, CA), Liz Mannix-Schmidt (Scottsdale, AZ), Mark Mannix (Kansas City, MO) and Flo Shaw, (Lake Villa, IL) all her pride and joy. She always said their birth changed her life for the better, and they felt that in the love and support she provided. All five of her children were by her side at her home, just where she wanted to be, at her passing.

Joanne took special joy in supporting her kids in their ongoing sporting activities and was undoubtably their biggest fan. It was hard to find a bigger sports fan as she also loved watching PGA golf, NE football and had a deep passion for NE women's volleyball.

Joanne was hard-working and dedicated. She spent 25 years working as a Legal Secretary at Baylor Law Firm where she retired at the age of 65.

Joanne is survived by her children and 11grandchildren, Tyler Mannix, Stephanie Synhorst, Samantha Mannix, Paige Mannix, Cameron Shaw, Taylor Shaw, Lauren Shaw as well as many other extended family members and friends who will miss her dearly.

Joanne was preceded in death by:

Husband: Burton LeBow

Parents: Elizabeth Keys and Bert Keys

Brothers: Bert Keys and Don Keys

A Celebration of Life will be held on April 5th 2:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. at Wilderness Ridge Golf Club. 1800 Wilderness Woods Pl. Lincoln, Nebraska. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude’s, a cause close to Joanne's beautiful heart.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Lincoln Journal Star from Mar. 15 to Mar. 16, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
for Joanne LeBow

14 Entries

Linda

March 26, 2025

To Joanne's family. I am so very sorry for your loss. I am sending each of you my heartfelt condolences along with warm hugs.

Taylor Shaw

March 20, 2025

Grandma, I miss you so incredibly much. You were always such an amazing person with the brightest and most loving spirit. Your contagious laugh is one of the many things I will miss hearing from you. Anytime you would laugh, it extended such a happiness to everyone that was lucky enough to hear it.

You always brought the brightest energy into every room you entered, and of course always rocking one of your many fabulous outfits. I am so fortunate to have been able to call you Grandma. I know I am just one of many when I say how incredibly lucky I am to have had you in my life.

I love you so much Grandma.

Range Shaw and Bill Sheppard

March 19, 2025

To all Joannes families ....Our heart goes out to you all... Joanne's laugh said allot about her personality.....gregarious and fun. She'd light up any room always a good Wife Mom and of course Grandmother. She and Burt were at their best during a Nebraska football game, in red of course. Joanne well miss your Christmas card this year. You'll live on in our hearts and memories, our thoughts and prayers are with you all, in this time of change.

Marge Massa

March 19, 2025

Liz & Flo, my condolences at the passing of your mom. I remember your mom as someone who truly enjoyed life. She welcomed all with open arms and was your #1 fan. My prayers are with you and your family.

Liz Mannix

March 18, 2025

You are deeply missed everyday my beautiful Mother. It has been one month today since you left us. Life will never be the same, my heart will never be the same but one thing that will never change is how much I love you and how grateful I am for our special friendship and connection as Mother, Daughter.

Bill Gauthier

March 17, 2025

What a wonderful person. She will be missed so much by so many. Please say hi to Burt Lebo for me please... I bet he´s wearing the Boston Celtics hat today. Our condolences to the family.
Bill and Shelly Gauthier

Elizabeth Nelson

March 17, 2025

What a beautiful woman. To Steve and the family, we are so sorry for your loss.

Lauren Shaw

March 16, 2025

Grandma, I miss you so much. I am so thankful for the relationship we held, and all the memories we made, despite the distance. You were such a great grandmother/mother and gave me the gift of mine, which I will forever be grateful for. The amazing qualities you had, such radiant energy will be forever irreplaceable. The impact you were able to make on so many, was nothing short of amazing. You lived with such passion and determination, I strive to live a life like you lived. I forever have the upmost respect for how you carried yourself, such beauty, grace, style, and elegance. The amazing woman you were, you continue to inspire daily, even when you are not physically here, speaks volumes about you as a human. I love you <3

Bowman

March 16, 2025

Joanne was an incredible person. She was a passionate Mother and Grandmother. She was strong and resilient. Her tenacity and passion will be carried on through the generations that she bore. Her love for family and support is truly unmatched. We´ll miss her but know that she´s keeping a close watch on us from above. Love you so much JoJo.

Stephanie Synhorst

March 16, 2025

Grandma, I miss you already

I don´t even know what to say, just a week and a half ago (before you passed) I was talking to you on the phone as I was headed to play racquetball and little did I know it would be the last conversation I would ever have with you.

You will always be one of my very favorite people. Your smile, laugh, competitive nature, glam, and care and love for me could not be beat. Any amount of time with you wouldn´t have been enough but I´m the luckiest girl in the world to have been your granddaughter for the past 31 years.

I hope I can make you proud and carry on your legacy. I´ll love you always and forever

C J Mannix

March 15, 2025

To a terrific mother who touched so many people, and who will be dearly missed. She was an amazing mother and person. She enjoyed life to the fullest. I was blessed to be able to enjoy numerous Nebraska football games and events with my mom, which made it very special. No one was made to feel like a stranger at mom´s house. I thank her for all her love, support, and guidance that helped me become the person I am. I could not have had a better mother. I know she is now in heaven with dad and her family. Thanks for everything mom. You were awesome!!
Much love,
Your son CJ

Stephen

March 15, 2025

Miss you every second of everyday!
You were the greatest mom I could ever ask for!

Flo Shaw

March 15, 2025

Flo Shaw

March 15, 2025

My mom was a remarkable person in every way. She had a beautiful soul, a passion for life, and a positive energy that would brighten every room she was in. Her big smile and laugh was infectious and would fill a room with such warmth and happiness. She poured such love, guidance, and support into my life every day. She lived with such a passion for life and brought such joy and happiness to her family and friends. I was blessed to have her for my mom! She was my biggest inspiration and the best role model for what a mom should be. No words can adequately express the depth of love I felt for my mom. I cherish every minute I had with her. My life will never be the same without her, but she will live in my heart forever.

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