Jo Anne Mattinson

October 10, 1931 - January 17, 2016

Jo Anne Witt Mattinson returned to her heavenly home on January 17, 2016 at the age of 84. She was born to Kenneth and Theora Witt in Heber, Utah on October 10, 1931. She loved Heber Valley and had many fond memories of her siblings, relatives, and especially her grandmothers Humes and McDonald. During her elementary years her family moved to Payson, Utah. Jo Anne graduated from Payson High School, where she was a scholar, drum major and accomplished saxophone musician. She attended Utah State University and pursued degrees in history and physical education. While at Utah State she met and married Lt. Richard James Kohlwey in 1952. They had one son Randy Kohlwey. Richard was killed in The Korean War. She later married Faye Mattinson on December 23, 1957 (the boy next door). They shared a wonderful life focused on their six children, service, careers, and outdoor recreation. Jo Anne loved camping, hiking, and destination vacations with family. Often she would pack up the trailer and travel to Capital Reef with her kids, cousins, and friends. Jo Anne had a passion for family history. She loved to learn and was an avid reader of scriptures, history, and literature. She had a flair for designing and constructing parade floats. Above all, she loved her family and was happiest when they could all be together. In 1984 Jo Anne accepted employment at Utah Valley Regional Medical Center in the business office where she made many lasting friendships. She was a member of the Junior Cultus Club for over fifty years, raising funds and providing service to the community. Jo Anne was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She was grateful for her various ward and stake callings. She had many mentors whom she loved. Jo Anne is survived by her husband of 58 years; Faye Mattinson, her children; Randy (Brynn) Kohlwey, Keith (Kestin), Jeff (Dawn), and Susan Hayes (Tim) as well as nine grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, 2 siblings Kenneth (Karen) Witt and Claudia (Ted) Johnson. Her parents, two sons, Bruce Faye and Kelly Gene, and two siblings Shanna Ashby and Norman James Witt precede her in death. The family wishes to extend its gratitude to all those who cared for and served Jo Anne including her loving sister Claudia, her friends and neighbors, Dr. Hwang, and Healthcare Professionals. Funeral Services will be held Saturday, January 23rd, at 11:00 am, at the Payson 14th Ward Chapel, 100 South 300 West, Payson, Utah, where a Viewing will held prior from 9:00 am to 10:30 am. Interment in Payson City Cemetery. Funeral Directors: Utah Valley Mortuary.