JoAnn Gottschall

Jo Ann Gottschall, known affectionately as JoAnn to her friends and family, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2024, in Plant City, Florida, at the age of 65. Born on January 9, 1959, in Middlesboro, Kentucky, JoAnn was a beacon of love and kindness to all who knew her.

Predeceased by her parents, Keith Benedict and Mary Kathryn Marsee, and her beloved son, Edward G. Gottschall, JoAnn's legacy of warmth and compassion lives on through her devoted husband of 44 years, Ed Gottschall, her loving children, Sherrie (Steven) Sweatt, Morgan (Bobby) Barber, and Levi (Danielle) Gottschall, her caring siblings, Mike Benedict, William Benedict, Paul Knick, and Brenda Anderson, and her seven adored grandchildren.

JoAnn's life was a testament to the power of gentle kindness. She was the embodiment of love in action, always placing the needs of her family above her own. Her gentle spirit and unwavering support were the cornerstones of her family, creating a home filled with laughter, understanding, and unconditional love.

Her interests were simple yet profound, as she cherished every moment spent with her family. JoAnn's presence was a comforting embrace to those around her, and her ability to listen and offer wise counsel made her a confidant to many. She found joy in the everyday and taught her children and grandchildren to do the same, leaving a legacy of appreciation for life's simple pleasures.

The words that best describe JoAnn are loving, kind, and gentle. She navigated life's challenges with grace and always managed to see the good in people and situations. Her heart was a wellspring of generosity, and her hands were never too full to help another.

In the words of Mother Teresa, "Not all of us can do great things. But we can do small things with great love." JoAnn lived by this philosophy, making a profound impact on the world through her small acts of great love.

JoAnn's memory will be cherished and kept alive through the stories shared by her family and the countless lives she touched. Her spirit will continue to guide and inspire those she left behind, as they remember her not just for the life she lived, but for the love she gave freely and abundantly.

JoAnn Gottschall's life was a beautiful tapestry woven with love, kindness, and gentleness, and she will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Friends and family will be received Thursday August 22, 2024 at 10:00 AM for a graveside service at Shiloh cemetery in Plant City, FL.
Online condolences can be made at www.haught.care.
Funeral arrangements were trusted to Haught Funeral Home, 708 W. Dr. MLK Jr. Blvd Plant City, FL 33563, (813) 717-9300