Jo Ann Gaddy Black
November 8, 1946 ~ October 10, 2020
Born in:
Asheville, NC
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Jo Ann Gaddy Black, 73, passed away on Saturday, October 10, 2020.
An Asheville native, Jo Ann was a daughter of the late Troy and Betty Jones Gaddy. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Von Junior Black, who passed in 2018.
Mrs. Black loved birdwatching, particularly cardinals and hummingbirds, and spending time with her family and two dogs, Chloe and Zoey. She retired from Square D.
Surviving are her daughters, Linda Black and Sandy Baxter (Rob); son, Gene Black; brother, Tim Gaddy; grandchildren, Hunter, Brandon, Cody, and Cagni; and several other family members.
The graveside service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday at New Liberty Baptist Church Cemetery with Pastor Keith Watkins officiating. For those who wish to pay their respects, Mrs. Black will lie in repose from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Ave. Her family will be present with her beginning at 6:00 p.m.
Services
For those who wish to pay their respects: October 16, 2020 10:00 am - April 19, 2024 8:00 pm
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
Graveside Service: October 17, 2020 11:00 am
New Liberty Baptist Church Cemetery
Olivette Road
Asheville, NC 28804
828-252-3535
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Sandy and family, my prayers are with you at this time. So sorry for your loss and I hope you can find comfort in your wonderful memories of your mom. God bless your family.
So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.
So sorry for your loss,I know she will be missed.
Phyllis Nelon my.thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. It is a hard time for all. Being my first cousin we spent a lot of time together as children. A lot of memories which were precious. Love all of you.
Linda, take comfort your Mom is now with your Dad. I know you loved her very much.
Dear Family,
How precious your mom was! I know she was happy to be reunited with your Dad. May your memories be sweet and may you find comfort in them. Prayers for your all.
Linda, I’m so sorry to read of your Mom’s passing. May God grant you and your family peace at this time
Tim, Linda, Gene and Sandy, so sorry for your loss. Jo Ann was always happy, smiling and such a sweet person. I’ll always remember the good times we had. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Janet (Granny) Stewart
Linda, Sandy, and Family- I am so sorry for your loss. Jo Ann was so sweet and funny. It was my pleasure to know her and be able to spend a little time with her. Thinking of you all during these times. Take good care.
We miss you and dad so much❤️
Mom I miss you so much. I feel so lost and broken. It still feels like a dream and I hope I wake up front. So many things I wanted to do with you. I know you’re with dad and happy. And you are what pa and granny and your grandparents. I will see you again. Love you so much!!!
Mom it’s been two years since you left. I miss you so much you were my best friend and my rock. I miss your smile and your laugh. Love you so much. Give dad a kiss for me!