JoAnn Betty Mahedy Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to JoAnn Betty Mahedy (Des Moines, Iowa), whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. JoAnn left this world on December 24, 2025 at the age of 86, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of JoAnn Betty Mahedy to show support.
Though her name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint JoAnn leaves upon the hearts of her loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of her spirit and the richness of her legacy.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Cleva Miller and John Mekus; her husband Daniel Mahedy; her son Jeff Mahedy; her son-in-law Troy Shafer; and her granddaughter Penelope "Pennie".
She is survived by: her daughters, Laura Castelline (Tony), Karen Shafer and Connie Rice (Eddie). She is also survived by 15 grandchildren; 27 great grandchildren; and 1 great-great-grandchild.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in memory of JoAnn.
