Reinhardt, Jo Ann Longway


Jo Ann Longway REINHARDT On March 9, 2008, Jo Ann Longway Reinhardt's battle with ALS ended and she left us with the understanding that family and good living must be the focus of our lives. JoJo was born in Houston, TX in 1962 and immediately began her journey of touching the lives of everyone around her. JoJo continued with this rare ability after the family moved to Washington. After attending Washington State University, Jo embarked on her dream career as a flight attendant for United Airlines. JoJo often described the overwhelming sense of joy she received from climbing aboard a flight and sharing time with friends and strangers alike. She always had stories of adventure to share. We are sure she is still flying. Although flying was JoJo's first love for many years, it paled in comparison to the joy of marrying the love of her life, Rodger, and less than a year later, giving birth to her perfect little boy, Jacob. Even though JoJo was diagnosed with Lou Gehrig's disease shortly after Jacob's birth, she never allowed it to define her life. JoJo would often preach to those around her "it is what it is" and continue on with her life as wife and mother. Jo knew that she did what she was meant to do by bringing Jacob into the world and that he is here to do something special. Jo is survived by her husband, Rodger, and their son, Jacob; her parents, Jack and Alice Longway; her sisters, Jil Click and Jan Lotshaw; her aunt and uncle, Bonnie and Rick; her uncle, George; and a host of very special cousins, nieces and nephews. A private celebration for Jo will be held for the family and a few close friends. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the ALS Association, Jo Longway Reinhardt Tribute Fund.