Beverly Ann Jobe

Beverly Ann (Wanner) Jobe, 86, passed away on the night of August 30, 2025. A long-time resident of Visalia, CA. Beverly was born July 21, 1939, in Oconto, WI and graduated from Oconto HS in 1957. After high school, Beverly moved for a short time to St. Paul, MN then relocated to Visalia, CA, in her early twenties where she met her husband of 57 years. She is preceded in death by her husband Dudley, her parents Martin and Christine Wanner, and her 6 siblings. Beverly is survived by her 12 children, 27 grandchildren, and 18 great-grandchildren. Over 30 years, Beverly worked in the livestock industry. With her vast knowledge of animal husbandry from the family farm and dairy goat herd, she began her career at the local auction in Tulare. She was well known as the clerk at Fresno Livestock Auction, while also having years of service at Tulare County Stockyards in Dinuba. She also worked at Belt Hatchery in Fresno up until a month prior to her passing. She spent many hours outside with her goats, chickens, and other animals on the farm while also enjoying her bountiful rose and iris gardens. Beverly loved to travel. Often enjoying road trips to the coast to look for shells on the beach while listening to the waves crash against the rocks or visiting her many children in different states. She had a hobby of treasure hunting at local thrift stores and estate sales and auctions. She enjoyed learning about and collecting various gems and stones and attending local annual gem shows as a family outing. She was loved and treasured by those who knew her and will be greatly missed. Celebration of life will be held for family and friends on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 12:00 pm. Location: Tulare Community Church 1820 N. Gem St., Tulare, CA 93274.