JoAnn Walters, age 87, of Sherwood, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2025. She was born on May 14, 1937. JoAnn was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, known lovingly as “Momo” by her family. JoAnn found joy in the moments spent with her loved ones, and nothing brought her more happiness than seeing her family together.
Throughout her life, JoAnn’s proudest moments were the births of her children and the growth of her family. She took great pride in being a mother and worked tirelessly to instill the values of love, acceptance, and kindness in her children. Her greatest hope was that those around her would learn to love others and embrace family with open hearts. She was a longtime member of North Jacksonville Church of Christ.
JoAnn was preceded in death by her beloved husband, William “Bill” Walters; her parents, Clyde and Joy Hooper; and her grandson, William Hayden Walters.
She leaves behind her children Carli Zygowicz (Stan), Nancy Johnson, Cathy Hill (JD), Pam Howard (Jack), and Billy Walters (Diane). JoAnn is also survived by her grandchildren: Michael Ward (Karen), James Spolar (Michelle), Stephanie Robbins (Lea Phelps), Kelly Kilbury (Matt Veazey), Sean Ward (Denise DeJulius), Tiffany Greene (Trevor), Brad Kilbury (Beth), Robert Hill (Shawna), Lindsey Tankersley (Clint), Chody Sweeney (Autumn), and Sarah Bettis (Jackson), along with 20 cherished great-grandchildren who brought her endless joy. Beloved Aunt Marvine Ely and numerous cousins, niece and nephews.
JoAnn will be deeply missed by all who knew her, but her legacy of love and devotion will live on through her family.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Gentiva Hospice of Conway and Cornerstone Caregiving of Searcy.
