She was a member of the first graduating class of the Medical Technologist program of Florida Hospital, was a former Lab Director at Drew Memorial Hospital and has worked as a Medical Technologist at Arkansas Children's Hospital since 1999. She was preceded in death by her parents, Lewis French Webb and Louise Hawkins Webb, one brother, Ray Webb and was of the Seventh Day Adventist faith.
Survivors include one daughter, Melanie Arthur and husband, Lee of The Woodlands, TX; one son, Andy Morrison and wife, Linda of Little Rock; one brother, Don Webb of Monticello; one sister, Judy Hubbell and husband, Billy of Crossett; two grandchildren, Analese Arthur and Mariele Arthur; two step-grandchildren, Jake Burgess and Aiyana Burgess; and a sister-in-law, Edie Webb.
Condolences(31)
Melanie Wallace
Benton, AR Friday, July 19, 2013 To JoAnn's family:I worked with JoAnn at Arkansas Children's Hospital several years ago, and I just thought the world of her. She was kind, friendly, sweet, smart, and interested in those around her. I am so sorry for your loss and for the loss to those who knew and worked with her still. Such a wonderful woman. She spoke often of her daughter Melanie and son Andy and was such a proud mama. Know that we mourn with you and miss her as well
Barbara Bentsen
Sherwood, AR Thursday, July 4, 2013 Melanie, Sam told me about your Mom and Grandma. I am so sorry - I know you're going to have some difficult times and I'll be remembering you. I remember JoAnn and all her jokes - so often I didn't know if she was kidding or not -- I'm referring to funny stuff at Drew Memorial!Judy Hubbell
Crossett, AR Wednesday, July 3, 2013 I am heart-broken by the death of my dear sister, Jo Ann. It was so painful to watch her rapid decline, but we had several deep, soul-searching conversations during her illness. She was right with the Lord, and was ready to go. I have no doubt I will see her again. I am thankful she is no longer suffering.Barbara Wilborn
Little Rock, AR Wednesday, July 3, 2013 JoAnn was an extraordinary person! She loved her children, grandchildren dearly and was always such a joy to be around! I will truly miss but will have fond memories of her many fun-loving ways she brought joy to the ACH Clinical Laboratory. I am praying that you will find comfort in her beautiful memory.Barbara Wilborn
Wanda Young
Wilmar, AR Wednesday, July 3, 2013 I am so sorry for the loss of Jo Ann.We have been friends for years worked together all the years at Drew my son was in her wedding.Judy Don and the rest of the family my prayers are with you time is a great healer.Cherie Brown
Monticello, AR Wednesday, July 3, 2013 I worked with JoAnn for many years at Drew Memorial Hospital and always found her to be professional and caring in all her encounters with patients and staff. She will be missed.Karen and Ann Palmer
Little Rock, AR Wednesday, July 3, 2013 All of your family is in our thoughts and prayers, as well as those of our friends at both our churches.Mack Fazeli
Little Rock, AR Wednesday, July 3, 2013 Dear Joann, my friend and my neighbor. I’ll miss you terribly. I have not stopped crying since Andy informed me of your departure the following day. I’ll miss your voice, your smiles, your kindness and seeing you in the backyard. As I told you the last time I saw you, SEE YOU LATER…Dear Andy, Melanie, Don and Family. I am extremely saddened for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this very difficult time and expressing my sincere and heartfelt sympathies.
Keith Boyce
Greeneville, TN Wednesday, July 3, 2013 JoAnn was much loved by her family and friends. She was always so kind to us and our family and always interested in how everyone was doing. She cared a lot for others and lived her life in service to others. May God bring comfort, peace, and great memories to all the family and friends there in Arkansas and everywhere. -- Keith and Trish and Allyson BoyceWilliam Griffin Hubbell
, AR Wednesday, July 3, 2013 Revelation 21:4"He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or sorrow or crying or pain. All these things are gone forever"
I love you, Aunt Jo and know you are helping guide me through life now.
Love, Griffin
Denise Clark
North Little Rock, AR Wednesday, July 3, 2013 I am so sorry for the loss to the family and friends of Joann. She was such a one-of-a-kind sweet person.I have worked with Joann all the years that she has worked at Arkansas Children's Hospital. She was a unique, dear person with a very distinctive voice. I still hear her voice in the lab background noise even though she hasn't worked here since the beginning of the year. I know that will continue. She became friends with my Mom by talking to her on the phone when we would work together. They would hold long conversations. After about 15-20 minutes, Joann would say, Denise, your Mom wants to talk with you. I had no clue that was who she was speaking with. My Mom passed away 11 years ago, on June 30th, also. I know that they got to meet in Heaven.
Liane Alpen
Sherwood, AR Wednesday, July 3, 2013 I wish to extend my condolences to Jo Ann's family and friends. Jo Ann was a wonderful woman and she will be missed greatly.D'Rae Krein
Gentry, AR Wednesday, July 3, 2013 Aunt Jo Ann was a great lady! Will be thinking and praying for Melanie and Andy especially.Janice McAllister
Hot Springs Village, AR Wednesday, July 3, 2013 JoAnn was such a sweet lady and great technician. I am so sorry for your loss. May God be with you in your time of sorrow.With love and sympathy, Janice Gladden McAllister
Sylvia Handy
Little Rock, AR Wednesday, July 3, 2013 I will miss seeing your face, hearing your voice at work, and trying to catch the little blue Honda on I-630 each night. Jo, you will be miss.Sylvia
Elizabeth Nowlen
Monticello, AR Tuesday, July 2, 2013 Melanie, Andy, and family, I am so sorry for your loss. Your mom was a very sweet lady. My prayers are with you.Elizabeth Nowlen
James & Mary Lasiter
Wilmar, AR Tuesday, July 2, 2013 Our sympathy to all of the family at this difficult time. Please know that other will be keeping you in prayer.Michelle Zimmerman
Conway, AR Tuesday, July 2, 2013 JoAnn always showed me kindness and encouraged me when I needed it the most. I'll miss her stories about her family and her "joke of the day".I am glad I got to work with her.
I am grateful that I knew her.
I am proud and honored to say she was my friend.
John & Paige (Hill) Stell
Monticello, AR Tuesday, July 2, 2013 You are in our thoughts and prayers during the difficult days ahead.Shawnie Durham
Sheridan, AR Tuesday, July 2, 2013 Rest in peace dear friend.Mike Taylor
Houston, TX Tuesday, July 2, 2013 Dear Melanie and family,Heartfelt sympathies at this time as I know only too well what it is like to loose your mother, your best friend, your all in all. God Bless.
Jan Woodall
Little Rock, AR Tuesday, July 2, 2013 I have not worked with Joann since 2006, but I do remember her always telling jokes. She graciously accepted extra duties. She talked often of Melanie and Andy. My sympathies go out to the family.Steven Burgess
Perryville, AR, AR Tuesday, July 2, 2013 Your family is in my prayers.JEANNA MENDEZ-WARD
LITTLE ROCK, AR Tuesday, July 2, 2013 I worked with JoAnn and at the time she fell sick I was on maternity leave. JoAnn was loved by everyone at work. I t saddens me that I didn't get a chance to say good-bye.Tammy Ward
Cabot, AR Tuesday, July 2, 2013 Joann was such a pleasure to work with and I will greatly miss her. She spoke highly of her children and grandchildren and I am truly sorry for your loss.Carol Thomas
Conway, AR Tuesday, July 2, 2013 Joann, I will miss you forever. My twin sister Conni is there waiting for you, she was just like me, so I know you will be friends. I will keep your loved ones in my prayers. Rest in peace , love yaCarol
Vicki Jackson
little rock, AR Tuesday, July 2, 2013 We will miss Joann's smiling face here in the lab. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.Glynda Nixon
Monticello, AR Tuesday, July 2, 2013 Melanie and Andy, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. JoAnn was a wonderful mom to you as you grew up in Monticello and a good friend to us. Treasure your memories of your happy times together.Hazel Horn
Benton, AR Tuesday, July 2, 2013 I will miss Joann. Her smile and her laughter always made me smile. I hope you will find peace during this difficult time.Linda K. Davis
Arkansas, AR Tuesday, July 2, 2013 Melanie and Andy, I am so, so sorry to hear about your mom's passing. She was such a special lady. Melanie, I will always remember when you, Andy, your mom, Susan and I drove to Cut Off Creek WMA to do your owl study. We laughed so hard when we heard owls call and your mom would ask, "What was that?" You would calmly answer, "It was an owl, Mom." Know that you and your family is and will be in my prayers. Love to you all.Karen & Ann Palmer
Little Rock, AR Monday, July 1, 2013 JoAnn was a sweet neighbor and friend. We will miss her, especially her laugh.Grieving her loss; rejoicing in no more pain. Looking forward to seeing her again one day in Heaven.