Jo Anna Palacio, 69, of Lee's Summit, Missouri, passed away Thursday, December 25, 2025.  Visitation will be from 9:30-10:30 AM followed by the Funeral Mass at 10:30 AM Saturday, January 3,  at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, 13615  W. 92nd, Lenexa, KS.  Burial in Resurrection Cemetery, Lenexa, KS.

Jo Anna Palacio passed away surrounded by love, leaving behind a legacy of devotion, service, and family. She was born to Anna and John Barrera and lived a life defined by hard work, generosity, and deep commitment to those she loved.

Jo Anna graduated from Bishop Lillis High School in 1974. Following graduation, she attended cosmetology school and began her professional life as a licensed beautician at Research Medical Center. Her strong work ethic and dedication to service guided her through a long and meaningful career in public service.

She worked for 20 years with the Department of Motor Vehicles and later continued her career with the Internal Revenue Service, where she worked for 13 years before retiring.

Jo Anna was deeply committed to her community. At the time of her passing, she was the longest active member of the American Legion Auxiliary Unit 609, having faithfully served for 43 years.

Outside of work and service, Jo Anna found joy in life’s simple pleasures. She loved her Chiefs, enjoyed sewing, appreciated all types of music, and above all cherished her family.

She is survived by her loving husband of 46 years, Fred; her three children; and her four grandchildren, all of whom were the pride and joy of her life.

Jo Anna was preceded in death by her parents, Anna and John Barrera.

She will be remembered for her kindness, dedication, and unwavering love for her family and community, The Westside of Kansas City, Mo. Her legacy lives on in the many lives she touched.