Jo Ellen Sims passed away on October 14, 2016 at home with her family. She died peacefully in her sleep. She is survived by her daughter, Beth Ann Sims, her father Fred G. Quick, and her cousin Neena Hellums, along with numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins. She is preceded in death by her mother, Peggy Quick, and her two brothers, James G. Quick and Mark L. Quick. In lieu of flowers, donations are requested to go to Pets on Wheels of Scottsdale, 1700 N. Granite Reef Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85257, 480-312-1741, petsonwheelsscottsdale.com. A memorial service for Jo is to be held on Friday, October 28, 2016 at 1:00 pm at Green Acres Mortuary and Cemetery, 401 N Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ.