JoAnna C. Guy
On December 30, 2010, another Angel got her wings when
JoAnna C. Guy died in her sleep from heart failure. Our
beloved Jo was the light of our lives and even though she
left us way too soon, she will be with us all for as long as
we live. Living is what she did the best. Jo was born in
Billings on August 12, 1967. She went to St. Pius X Catholic
School from first through eighth grade. She attended
Billings Central Catholic High School for her freshman year
and then graduated from Billings Senior High School in 1985.
Jo had many occupations during her short life. Jo worked at
J.C. Penney and as a Security Officer where she met the man
she was to spend the rest of her life with. She went to
Montana State University-Billings and Montana State
University-College of Nursing but due to health reasons was
never able to finish her degree. Jo worked At the Billings
Animal Shelter in 1989 and 1990. She worked at the 9-1-1
Center after that for two years as a 9-1-1 Operator, Fire
Dispatcher and Police Dispatcher. She was a dispatcher and
office clerk for Arrow Medical Ambulance Service until she
was offered a position with ITM/Montana. There she rose from
the level of dispatcher to office manager within a month.
She was promoted to program manager, then state director and
eventually Montana and Idaho director. Jo could shine at
whatever she did and never met a challenge she couldn't take
down or at least make it feel like it lost. Jo started
working at St. Vincent Hospital's Pediatrics and found the
career of choice, but then again, kids always were Jo's
specialty.
On November 26, 1988, Jo found her true family when she
married her husband, Mike Guy. She had said that it "was
love at first sight" and could never have asked for a better
man. Just two years ago, twenty years into their marriage,
they proved that their love was still strong by renewing
their vows with their children standing by their sides.
Children were indeed her love, as many had come to call her
"Mom" especially among the friends of her children. She
started with four kids of her own and somewhere along the
way has lost count of the kids she has today.
Jo is survived by her husband Mike,
her sons, Mark Allen, Cobey Michael, and Jacob Owen; her
daughter “Kayla Jo” Michaela JoAnn Guy, and special
daughters Jaime Jo Sanderson of Billings and Jennie Jae
Taylor of Lewiston, Idaho, and her “Grandkids”, Danielle,
Realee, Carter, Alohi and Elysia. She is also survived her
parents, one brother, Crickett of Billings, Two sisters,
Monica of Portland, Oregon, and Michelle of Billings and
Brothers-in-Law Cork, Loren, and Mark. She was the proud
Aunt to nieces and nephews in Billings, Laurel, Oregon, and
all over the country, and loved the many Cousins, Aunts and
Uncles, and many close friends that meant so much to her.
Jo was proceeded in death by her brother Michael,
mother-in-law and father-in-law, Pennie and Al Guy, paternal
grandparents, her maternal grandmother and some very special
friends.
There will be a Vigil Service 7:00 PM, Wednesday, January 5, 2011 and a Memorial Mass 11:00 AM, Thursday, January 6, 2011, both at Holy Rosary Church, 501 Custer.
You left us all so suddenly that we never got to say good-bye. We know the good Lord took you we just can't figure why. Now you will watch over us from up on high. You know how much we love you and we know you love us too, just take God's hand and walk with him, We'll do what we have to do.
Remembrances
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At times
like this, I am not always quite the literate genius. I still cannot
believe this has happened. When trying times like this happen, it makes
one stop and think about the last time they lost their temper,,,was it
really worth it? So many things in life are far more important...like
the last time you told someone that you love them. Life is
important,,,not the things that fill the time between happenings. As I
had said in an earlier posting on face book,,,make sure that you and
brother mike keep the music flowing, people laughing, loving,,, and save
a dance for me....I will miss you my ol' little roommate.
love,
I worked with JoAnna at Saint Vincent
Healthcare on pediatrics. She was always so eager to help and open
her heart to any child or coworker. JoAnna was never afraid to stand
up for what she believed in and had a smile for anyone who crossed
her path.
I am sorry to see such a beautiful person leave us. My thoughts and
prayers are with JoAnna’s family as they grieve such a great loss.
Aimee Hope
I had the pleasure of working with JoAnna at
St Vincent Healthcare. I used to work as a dietitian there and would
often see her on Pediatrics. She was a shining star, always so
pleasant and helpful. I am so sorry for your loss. May your memories
of her bright smile and warm spirit comfort you.
Beverly McHugh
I went to nursing school with Jo. We used to study together and do projects within a group together. A bunch of us used to go to breakfast at Denny’s and study. She was such a fun and kind person who cared a lot about all of her family and friends and she will truly be missed.
Blaine Dantic
I was so very saddened to learn of the loss
of your dear Johanna. I will remember fondly visiting Mike and
Johanna with her pregnancies and later seeing the children grow. I
could feel how much you both were so excited for your babies to
arrive. I will keep you in my prayers—may you find peace and
comfort.
Janie Hakert
To Mike and the Family - I was so
saddened to learn of your loss. Words faill all of us at times
like this - perhaps the best anyone can say is to ask you to
remember all the good times and treasure the good memories.
Please know that many people are sharing your sorrow.
Skip Godfrey
Mike and your family,
I'm sorry about this tremendous loss. Remember the wonderful,
special life created with your wife. Your children are treasures
from this union. Please take care of them and yourself.
Renee (Heinz) Brady