Obituary of Jo-ann C. Hill

Jo-ann C. Hill, 66, of Cortland, passed away on July 31, 2017 at the Crown Park Center For Nursing and Rehabilitation. Jo-ann was born on July 17, 1951, the daughter of the late Irving Hill and Margaret "Bull" Turner. She graduated from Homer High School in 1969 and Erie Community College in 1984. She spent her career as a Computer Programmer, working predominately in Buffalo. In her free time, Jo-ann enjoyed spending time at her home, and taking part in such activities as quilting, reading, and watching movies. She is survived by her daughters; Beth (Shawn) Chester and Melissa Pelkey, grandchildren; Hayden and Phoebe, her brother, F. Michael Hill, and sister, Tamara Turner. Jo-ann was also survived by her aunt Mary Baker, many cousins including James Baker and Anna "Baker" Bason, nephew Chad Hill and nieces Jessica Hill and Emily Daniels. In addition to her parents, Jo-ann was predeceased by her grandson Sebastian in 2010 and her grandparents George and Lillian "Hartman" Bull. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, August 5th at the Glenwood Cemetery, in Homer, NY at 2pm. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes those desiring to make memorial contributions to gift a donation to the American Diabetes Association in her memory. To leave online condolences, please visit, www.wright-beard.com