Joanna Rivera

Joanna (Mama Jo) Rivera (nee Lemons), born August 15, 1956 of Lagrange, Ohio passed away peacefully after a long illness on March 16, 2019. Joanna was a 1974 graduate of Keystone High School and was employed by Columbia Gas Transmission. Joanna was also a gifted craftswoman. She enjoyed quilting, card making, sewing, and embroidery. She loved spending time with her dog, Roscoe, her family, and her many friends. Mama Jo brightened many lives with her contagious laugh, quick humor, and loving heart. Joanna was preceded in death by her mother, Doris (nee Walker), father Dewey, and sister, Ellen. She is survived by her brother, Danny and sister Nancy, along with three nieces. She will be missed by her "bonus" family. Loren St. Peter (nee Woodruff), Molly and Emily Cornish, Elizabeth and Connor St. Peter. Private services will be held at a date to be determined. Arrangements are being handled by the Duke Funeral Home 1021 Main St. Grafton. On-line condolences may be left at www.dukefuneralhome.com

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