Jo Ann Adams

Jo Ann Adams, 78, of Danville passed away at her home on June 2, 2025.

Jo Ann was born on June 3, 1946 the daughter of Lee and Josephine (Giglio) Prouty in Chicago, IL. She married William R. “Dick” Adams on June 19, 1965 in Danville, IL and he preceded her in death on December 28, 2001.

Jo Ann is survived by her sons, John (Diana) Adams of Covington, IN and Calvin (Cristy) Adams of Danville, IL, two grandchildren, Kelsey Adams of Danville, IL and Dylan Adams of Nashville, TN, as well as one sister, Linda Daily of Perrysville, IN and be beloved dog, “Bella”.

Jo Ann is preceded in death by her parents, husband, William R. “Dick” Adams and one sister, Kathy Sterrett.

Jo Ann was elected Clerk of McKendree Township in 1997 and retired from that office in May of 2025 after 28 years of service. She was also the Director of the Danville Humane Society for many years.

Jo Ann enjoyed spending her free time cooking and baking, as well as hosting holiday parties for the Danville Police Department prior to the retirement of her husband from the department. She also enjoyed tending to her yard, gardening and loved all animals. Jo Ann loved living in the country and found it peaceful to be outside working on a variety of yard projects.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 10:00 AM on Monday, June 9, 2025 at Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center in Danville, Illinois, 3940 N Vermilion St. Danville, IL 61834. David Martin will officiate. Burial will be in Walnut Corner Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 2-4:00 PM on Sunday, June 8, 2025 at the funeral home.

Please join Jo Ann’s family in sharing memories, photos and videos on her tribute wall at www.sunsetfuneralhome.com .