Jo Alice Root, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. John Robert Medley passed away November 17th, 2020. She survived by her husband, Russell Root; sons, Scott Alan (Yvette), Lee Andrew (Lori) and daughter, Ginger Ann Root; 3 grandchildren, Ashley, Katelinn and Meghann. She is also survived by 3 sisters, Nora (Nelson) of Albuquerque; Fran, Bert and brother, John Robert Medley (Linda) all of Memphis, TN.
Jo worked for many years as an OB nurse in Colorado Springs. She was very active in her church supporting many ministries with Operation Christmas Child as one of her favorites.
Jo will be laid to rest at Pikes Peak National Cemetery after a private memorial service later this week. Any donations should be made in her name to Operation Christmas Child through Vista Grande Baptist Church.
