Jo Ann Willingham, 81, She was born on December 26, 1941 to the parents of T.S. Smith and Lou Kirkland Smith.

She was a life long resident of Denton, TX. She went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on February 17, 2023.

She passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home.

She attended the Denton school district growing up. She and her husband were long standing members of Central Baptist Church in Denton, TX.

She married the love of her life Jimmy Ray Willingham in Gainesville, TX on April 5, 1958.

Jo Ann Willingham is preceded in death by her son Jimmy Ray Willingham Jr, her husband Jimmy Ray and two daughters Kay West and Judy Sutherland.

She leaves behind many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.