Jo Ann Meyer

3/1/1935 – 10/7/2019

Beloved Jo, the world has lost one of its beautiful people. She had such a positive attitude and wonderful smile. She had a paralyzing stroke in January 2018 and fought the effects for 21 months until she could no longer overcome it. Jo was born March 1, 1935 at home in Neoga Illinois. She was the youngest of 6 children of Henry and Helen Meyers of Neoga. She attended Neoga Public school and graduated as the valedictorian of NHS class of 1953. She attended Eastern Illinois University (EIU) and was a member of the Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority. While at Eastern she met and married the “love of her life” Bill Meyer in January of 1955 and their marriage lasted for 65 years until her death on 10/7/2019.

They were perfect for each other. Eventually they moved to Tempe Az where they both attended Arizona State University (ASU) where they both graduated with their master’s degrees in education. Both became teachers, Jo was an outstanding teacher at Emerson Elementary in Mesa Az for 25 years.

Jo and Bill had 2 children, Becky and Mark. Mark died before Jo in 2006.

Survivors are:

Bill Meyer of Tempe Az (husband)

Becky / Dan Chavez of Yuma Az (Daughter)

Josephine (Joey) Meyer of Tempe Az (Marks’ Widow)

Ruth Wente Dore of Mesa Az (Jo’s sister)

Kathleen / David Rieman of Indianapolis (sister in law)

3 Grandchildren:

Matthew Meyer of Tempe Az

Jackie / Todd Robles of Columbus Ohio

Brent / Amanda Chavez of Chandler Az

4 Great Grandchildren:

Cruz and Fox Robles of Columbus Ohio

Ethan and Madison Chavez of Chandler Az

*There will be no formal services as per Jo’s request. Sympathy cards may be sent to 2730 S. Azalea Dr. Tempe, Az 85282. Special thanks to Banner Hospice, The Villa, and Candice Stone for all the excellent care of the many months.

“Jo was my life and I will miss her forever. She is my love now and forever!”

- Bill Meyer