She was born on May 5, 1933 in Hartsville, Tennessee. Children were her passion in life. She was the most wonderful Mother and Grandmother. Her favorite hobbies were sewing and gardening. Jo Ann retired from K-Mart after twenty seven years of service.
She is preceded in death by her husband William M. Judd, parents Robert T. White and Hattie White, brother John T. White, sisters Mary Sue Wright and Bobbie Jean Conyers.
Survived by her children Joseph M. Buchanan (Cheryl), Roger D. Buchanan, Pamela J. Adams (Alex), Kevin R. Buchanan (Cindy), and Patricia B. Blade (Terry), brother Martin H. White (Kay), niece Monica L. Wright (Rob) and nephew Cary J. Wright (Rachael).
“Grannie Jo” had nine grandchildren and eighteen great-grandchildren.
Special thanks to Allen Whittington and Joanna Muscatello for their kindness and friendship.