Jo Ann Keneipp

Jo Ann Keneipp, 77, of Wapakoneta, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, February 21, 2026, at The Ohio State University Medical Center. She was born on July 29, 1948, in Lima, Ohio, to Allen & Mary (Fleming) Jolly, who preceded her in death. She has been reunited with her loving husband of 41 years, Charles R. "Butch" Keneipp, who passed away on August 9, 2010.

She is survived by her loving children, Stacey (Darin) Applegate, Laura (Travis) Huston, and Chris Keneipp. She has 7 grandchildren, whom she adored, McKenzie (Jared) Fleck, McKayla and Damon Applegate, Timothy Huston, Gannon, Colin, and Montgomery Keneipp. She was blessed with one great-grandson, Deacon Robert Fleck. She is also survived by three devoted brothers, Vincent (Joan) Jolly, Gregory Jolly, and John (Susan) Jolly; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Jo was preceded in death by her precious great-granddaughter, Emberly Jade Fleck and her cherished brother, Timothy Jolly.

A 1967 graduate of Wapakoneta High School, Jo worked over 20 years before retiring from Copeland Corporation in Sidney, Ohio. She enjoyed playing cards, lunching with classmates and fellow retirees, and spending time with family. She dedicated her retirement years to her grandchildren, attending as many sporting events and school activities as possible.

Memorial services will begin at 7:00 p.m on Thursday, February 26, 2026, at Schlosser Funeral Home & Cremation Services with Pastor Melody Hagen officiating. Family and friends may visit from 4:00 p.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be directed to The James Cancer Center.