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JoAnn was raised in church and at an early age she gave her life to Christ. For many years she was employed with the Arkansas Democrat before taking an early retirement due to health issues. She was currently serving on the Mother's Board at Greater Pentecostal Miracle Temple Church.
JoAnn was proceeded in death by her father Jo' H. Shavers; Mother, Helen Clark-Mays; Brothers, George Mays, Henry Mays, Jerry Mays, Willie L. Mays, Bennie Mays Jr., & Marvin Mays; Sister, Eloise Dodson; Daughter, Sonia Conley-Gray.
JoAnn leaves to cherish a legacy of love and memories, Son, Anthony (Shelia) Conley; Daughter, Antonia (Dawn) Conley, Shantana Conley; Brothers, Willie (Carolyn) West, Gary (Peggy) Brown Sr., Beenie (Marie) Mays, David Mays, & Author Mays; Sisters, Andranette Chatman, Mary Robinson, Joyce (Bobby) Boston, Betty (Jimmy) Canon, Denise (Marcelino) Isreal, Bonnie Mays, & Lucille Mays. 4 Grandchildren, 2 Great-Grandchildren, and a host of cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.
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Linda Jackson
July 26, 2025
On behalf of the class of 1974 we send our Prayers and Condolences to the family. We are Praying for your Strength in the Name of Jesus. You all Lean and Depend on God to see y´all through this difficult time. Take Him at His Word Casting All Your cares on Him. He said He will never leave you nor forsake you. She´s back with the Father so she´s in good hands. Love one another like never before.
Our Prayers and Thoughts are with you all.
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