Jo Ann Tackovich, age 86, passed away peacefully at home on April 29, 2025, in The Villages, Florida.

A driven and independent woman, Jo Ann built a successful career as a paralegal at Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. in Akron, Ohio.   After retiring, she pursued her passion for beauty and wellness by opening Exclusively Jo Ann, a cosmetic  salon where she touched the lives of many with her creativity.

Jo Ann had a zest for life and a strong dedication to health and fitness. She was an avid runner and loved going to the gym, staying active well into her later years.

She was preceded in death by her  beloved husband, Marty Tackovich; her cherished son, Randy Tackovich; her parents, John and Lena Greer; and her brothers, Dwight and Ron Greer.

She is survived by her loving sisters:  Dimple Beck-Battista (Frank), The Villages, Fl., Wanda Brown (Jerry), Summerfield, Fl. and Judy Matthews (Dan),  The Villages, Fl.  who were by her side in her final days, along with loving care givers Deysi and Trinidad.  She is also survived by her daughter-in-law, Cindy Tackovich,  grandson Michael (Jessie),  granddaughter Tabitha Davis, three great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren all of Akron, Ohio.  Many loving nieces and nephews.

A service will be held Thursday, May 8, 2025 from 1-3 at Baldwin Brothers Funeral & Cremation Society, Spanish Springs, 1008 Bichara Blvd.  The Villages, Fl. 32159 .

Interment Rose Hill Cemetery, Akron, Ohio.

Arrangements entrusted with BALDWIN BROTHERS Funeral & Cremation Society-Spanish Springs, 352-430-1449.  Sentiments are encouraged at www.baldwincremation.com .