Jo Ellen Moore

Jo Ellen Moore obituary, St. Joseph, MO

Jo Ellen Moore

Jo Moore Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Rupp Funeral Home - St. Joseph on Feb. 2, 2026.
Jo Ellen Moore, 77, of St. Joseph, MO, passed away on Monday, January 19, 2026, in a St. Joseph, MO health care center. She was born on January 7, 1949, in Westboro, MO. Jo Ellen dedicated her career to serving as a court recorder and also held the esteemed position of Mayor of Westboro, MO. She was preceded in death by her mother, Ellen Estes. She is survived by her son, RJ Moore. The family is planning a Celebration of Life in Westboro, Missouri this Spring, 2026. Cremation is under the care of the Rupp Funeral Home. Online condolences and obituary can be found at www.ruppfuneral.com.

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