Jo Anne Poe, 58, of Lexington Park, MD passed away peacefully on the morning of January 12, 2015 surrounded by her loving family. Born on August 17, 1956 in Leonardtown, MD she was the daughter of Marguerite Taylor Goddard and the late Joseph Allan Goddard.

She married the love of her life, Charles Ronald "Ronnie" Poe on September 13, 1986 and they shared 28 wonderful years together.

Jo Anne is survived by her adopted daughter, Kimmie Sterbenz (Ken) of Hollywood, MD and very special friends, Sondra and Ernie Graves of Mechanicsville, MD.

In addition to her husband and mother, she is survived by her brother, Joseph Allan Goddard (Doris) of Lusby, MD, sister, Karen Sue Rice of Detroit, MI, Sisters in law and Brothers in law; Patsy Stocking (Les), Donnie Poe (Patty), Betty Johnson (Willie), and Lisa Tennison Goddard.

She was preceded in death by her brother, Michael Coates Goddard of Rock Hill, SC.

Jo Anne was a lifelong resident of St. Mary's County, MD and graduated from Great Mills High School in 1974. She worked as a Business Financial Manger for the U.S. Department of the Navy, Naval Air Warfare Center for 28 years.

Jo Anne, also affectionately known as "Jo", "Miss Jo", & "Jo Poe" by those who loved her, was truly one-of-a-kind and a friend to all. She was a giver and had the heart of a giant. She loved helping others in any way she could. Throughout her courageous battle with cancer, she maintained a positive attitude, always upbeat, and willing to comfort others, reaffirming the wonderful person she was.

She enjoyed spending time with her family & friends, especially going out to dinner and having fun with them. She loved playing Keno and gambling, specifically playing the slot machines. She loved watching football and baseball and took great pride in the Washington Redskins and Baltimore Orioles.

She was a social butterfly and never met a stranger. If you met her once, you were her friend for life. She was special and brought so much love and joy to those who knew her. She touched many people and we are all better just by knowing her. Her family, friends & beloved Poodle, Pierre were her greatest blessings.

A celebration of her life will be held on Saturday, 31 January, 2015 at 2:00 p.m. at 42850 St. John's Road Hollywood, MD. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society, 1041 Rt. 3 North Building A., Gambrills, MD 21054, and/or St. Mary's Hospice, P.O. Box 625, Leonardtown, MD 20650.

Arrangements provided by the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A. Leonardtown, MD.