Gilman City, MO: Jo Anna (Brown) Fountain, 59, of Gilman City, Missouri, passed away on Friday, October 23, 2026 at Cameron Nursing Center in Cameron, Missouri.
Jo was born in Albany, Missouri on January 10th, 1967 to Joyce (Miller) and Larry “Obie” Brown. Jo started school in Albany, then moved to Independence, Missouri when her parents got divorced. Jo learned the value of hardworking in Independence where she helped support her mother and sibling. Jo moved back to Albany where she met her husband Donnie, who she married on November 9th, 1990. Jo and Donnie proceeded to have three daughters: Sarah, Katie and Laura. And a bonus of son, Nathan. Once married, Joe and Donnie established a farm outside of Gilman City, Missouri where Jo had a variety of jobs. Jo is most known for her job at the little gas station as a manager. Jo retired from work in the fall of 2024.
Jo was known for her love of hunting, fishing, the KC Chiefs, along with her collection of piggys.
Jo was preceded in death by her parents and grandparents. She is survived by her husband Donnie; son Nathan (Andi); daughters, Sarah, Katie (Daniel), and Laura; and her grandchildren.
A visitation will be from 10:00 – 11:00 AM on Tuesday, October 27, 2026 at Roberson Funeral Home, 1107 S. 25th St., Bethany, MO 64424. A graveside service will follow at the Hickory Creek Cemetery in Jameson, Missouri. Memorials and contributions are suggested to the Hickory Creek Cemetery. Online condolences can be left at www.robersonfuneralhome.com.
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