Jo Ann Moore

Funeral services for Jo Ann Moore, 79, of Livingston, Texas will be held Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 11:00a.m., at the Cochran Funeral Home Chapel in Livingston, Texas with Bro. Mitchell Murphy officiating. Interment will follow at the Big Sandy Cemetery in Dallardsville, Texas. Visitation will be held on the day of service, from 10:00-11:00 a.m., at the funeral home.

Jo Ann was born January 18, 1947, in Dallardsville, Texas and passed away May 2, 2026, in Woodville, Texas.

She lived life with incredible grit, compassion, and a spirit that couldn’t be contained. To look at her journey is to see a map of service and a legacy of strength. She lived with the heart of a servant—one that was large enough to hold the weight of her patients’ needs, the excitement of a ball game, and the quiet peace of the East Texas woods.

JoAnn’s story began in Dallardsville at Big Sandy. In the class of 1965, she was known for her talent on the basketball court. She was a standout athlete, and that competitive fire never truly went out. It followed her throughout her life, whether she was playing ladies' softball or coaching Little Dribblers.

But her most famous role was as the "Number One Fan." If her children or grandchildren were competing, JoAnn was there. She was the supportive voice in the stands, teaching us all that showing up for the people you love is the most important "win" of all.

JoAnn transformed that spirit into a profound career of healing. After graduating as an honor student from Angelina College of Nursing in 1972, she spent five decades as a guardian for those in need.

As a director of nursing, a school nurse, and a hospice caregiver, she possessed a quiet, sincere kind of devotion. She didn’t just manage cases; she cared for the person behind the illness. In the delicate rooms of hospice or the busy halls of a nursing home, JoAnn was the steady hand and the calm voice. She saw nursing as a calling - a way to protect the dignity of every life she touched.

JoAnn was a master in the kitchen, always looking for a new recipe to try and perfecting the ones we all loved. We all know that a visit to JoAnn’s wasn’t complete without her tea cakes. They were a hit with everyone—a small, sweet piece of her hospitality that we will always remember.

That warmth extended to the animals she loved so dearly. JoAnn had a deep affection for dogs and had several very special companions throughout her life. Her dogs were part of the family, and she had a soft spot for their loyal spirits. They were lucky to be in her care, and she found great joy in their company.

When she wasn’t in a nurse’s uniform or in her kitchen, JoAnn was where she felt most free: the outdoors. She was a true outdoorswoman—comfortable in a deer stand, patient while fishing, and at home at a campsite.

But her most cherished adventures were the ones she shared with her late husband and the love of her life, Bryant. Together, they loved trail riding. Watching JoAnn ride toward the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo on the Spanish Trail Ride—whether on horseback or in a covered wagon—you saw her in her element. JoAnn and Bryant were also known for hosting the meeting point for the Dogwood Trailride to Woodville. She and Bryant were a team, and every mile they traveled together was a testament to their bond. We take comfort today knowing that they are back on the same trail once again.

Underpinning every role she played—the nurse, the athlete, the baker, and the rider—was her deep-rooted Christian faith. From the pews of Big Sandy Community Church to Sunflower Baptist, JoAnn’s life was a reflection of her beliefs.

We remember a woman who left this world warmer and better than she found it. She has finished her ride, she cheered on her last game, and she has finally found the peaceful camp she always looked forward to.

Jo Ann She was preceded by her parents, Titus and Juanita Harrison; and husband, Bryant Moore.

She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Angie and Mark Tomblin; son and daughter-in-law, Ricky and Brenda Cain; daughter and son-in-law, Alicia and Matt Hendrix; daughter and son-in-law, Missy and Jeremy Lilley; grandchildren, Brandi Sutton and Steven, Colby Remsing and Matt Wilhoit, Timothy Tomblin, Emily Watson and Aaron, Katie McClenan; Richard Cain and Anna, Allison Cain, Ryan Hendrix and Kendra, Austin Hendrix and Regan, Brandon Hendrix and Annie Rayburn, Titus Lilley and Brooke, and Garrett Lilley and Lexi Murphy; and great grandchildren, Jerrisa Remsing, Rebekah McClenan, Carleigh McClenan, Delanna McClenan, Kate Cain, Audrey Cain, Ben Cain, Elizabeth Cain, Brooks Hendrix, Banks Hendrix, Harrison Hendrix, Rivi Lilley, and Emmett Lilley; along with numerous other relatives and friends.

Pallbearers: Colby Remsing, Richard Cain, Ryan Hendrix, Titus Lilley, Timothy Tomblin, Austin Hendrix, Garrett Lilley, and Brandon Hendrix.