Jo Ann Davey, age 82, of Copperas Cove, Texas passed away Thursday, July 16th, 2020 with loved ones by her side. Jo Ann was born April 21st, 1938 in Abilene, Texas to Clarence and Greydale Johnson. She was raised in Bisbee, Arizona with her younger brother, Billy. In August of 1956 she married the love of her life, Edward James Davey Jr. Together they had three children: Melva, Eddie and Jodie.
Jo Ann was an avid supporter of the Special Olympics and often cheered for her son Eddie while he bowled. In her adult years, Jo Ann loved to spend her free time reading, traveling, and doing crossword puzzles. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends. Her professional career is what led her to Copperas Cove, Texas where she was employed by Copperas Cove Independent School District and served as a paraprofessional. She retired after providing over 20 years of service in 2010. She was a dedicated member of Immanuel Lutheran Church. She accepted Jesus as her Lord and Savior and was baptized in 1997.
She was preceded in death by her husband Edward Davey Jr., her son, Edward Davey and parents, Clarence and Greydale Johnson. She is survived by her daughters Melva of Tucson, Arizona and daughter Jodie and husband Brian of Copperas Cove, Texas; 5 grandchildren Eva, Jason, James (wife Kate), Rachel and Colby.
The family welcomes friends and family to visit with them Monday, July 20th from 6 to 8 P.M. at Crawford Bowers Funeral Home in Copperas Cove. A memorial service will be held Tuesday, July 21st, at 10 A.M. at Immanuel Lutheran Church with a family graveside to follow in Lometa at Long Cove Cemetery.
