Jo Ann Helms, 67, of Marshville went Home to be with her Saviour on November 1, 2023. Born and raised in Union County, Jo Ann was heavily involved with her church. She was a faithful member of Solid Rock Baptist Church where she sang in the choir, taught Sunday School and was extremely active with both the Children’s Ministries and the Ladies Ministry.
Jo Ann retired after 30 years in the Aerospace Industry. She loved spending time outdoors, whether it be tending to her flower garden, camping or fishing but most of all, she loved the Lord and her family.
Jo Ann is survived by her high school sweetheart and loving husband of 51 years, Tony Helms; her son Derrick Helms and his wife Lacey; grandson, Walker Helms; her parents, Joe and Betty Helms; brother, Jeff Helms; Nancy Helms; as well as numerous aunt, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
The family will receive friends on Tuesday, November 7, 2023 from 1:00 pm until 2:00 pm at Solid Rock Baptist Church, 2021 Claude Austin Road, Monroe.
A Celebration of Life service will follow at 2:00 pm. Burial will be at Forest Lawn East Cemetery, 3700 Forest Lawn Drive, Matthews, NC.
In lieu of flowers, Jo Ann requested donations be sent to the Women’s Ministry of Solid Rock Baptist Church, 2021 Claude Austin Road, Monroe, North Carolina 28112.
McEwen Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of Jo Ann Helms.
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