JoAnn "Annie" Jones

JoAnn Jones

Panguitch, Utah

Donna JoAnn "Annie" Orton Jones, 69, passed away peacefully on January 19, 2013, surrounded by her loving family at Dixie Regional Medical Center.

JoAnn was born December 17, 1943, in Panguitch, Utah, to Don and Alta Orton. She grew up in Panguitch and had many fond memories of her childhood, especially Tumbleweed Stadium, swimming in the Sevier River, gathering Bullberries and holding the record for hitting a moving target with a rock. Her athletic abilities surpassed every boy in the neighborhood.

She married William Jones. Together they had a son, Darrin. She enjoyed spending time with her siblings and had a special love for her grandchildren; Dillan, Daxton and Kayla Jones.

JoAnn spent part of her life living in Panguitch which allowed her precious time with her nieces and nephews, who affectionately called her "Aunt Flash". While living in Panguitch she received tender, loving care from her mother.

Due to declining health, JoAnn lived the last few years in St. George. The love and devotion given to her by her sister Judy will always be appreciated by the entire family. The family would also like to thank Dr. Carl Hallenborg, her doctor and friend. Judy was able to call him anytime on his personal cell phone. Many thanks to the staff at Meadows Assisted Living Facility for the special care they gave JoAnn.

JoAnn is survived by her son, Darrin; grandchildren and mother; siblings, Wally (Lynette) Orton, Tropic; Denny (Jean) Orton, Kenny (Paula) Orton, Barbara (Glenn) Leach, all of Panguitch; and Judy Mann, Ivins.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 26, 2013, at 1:00 p.m. in the Panguitch 2 ^nd LDS Ward Chapel. Friends may call at the ward chapel, in Panguitch, on Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Burial will be in the Panguitch City Cemetery. Funeral Directors: Magleby Mortuary, Richfield, Salina and Manti.