Jo Ann York Massengale, a longtime resident of China Grove, Texas, and more recently of Floresville, Texas, passed away peacefully on December 10, 2025, in Karnes City, Texas, at the age of 89. She was born on May 7, 1936, in San Antonio, Texas.  Jo Ann was preceded in death by her parents, John Wesley and Verna B. Harris York; her brother, John Wesley York, Jr.; her stepson, Terry Wayne Massengale, and his wife, Joyce B. Massengale; her grandchildren, James W. Massengale, and Aubrey L. Massengale; and her former husband, Lewis F. Massengale.  She is survived by her sons, Bert Massengale (Rene) of Bradenton, Florida, and John Kevin Massengale (Robin) of China Grove, Texas; her stepson, Michael Lee Massengale (Rosa) of San Antonio, Texas; and her devoted companion, Donald Thomas O’Connor, Jr. of Floresville, Texas. Jo Ann is also survived by her cherished grandchildren, Monica Crowley, Denise Parker (Sam), Trenton Massengale (Olivia), Beverly Massengale, Kyle Massengale (Maddisen), and Emily Massengale; as well as her great-grandchildren, Morgan Chaffin (Jack), Shelby Crowley, Aurora Massengale, and Miley Massengale; and many dear friends.  Jo Ann dedicated many years of her life to caring for others, retiring as a Registered Nurse and Office Manager for Orthopedic Associates in San Antonio. Beyond her professional career, she devoted much of her time and heart to Hermann Sons Life, where she worked and volunteered for many years. She proudly served as an officer of her local chapter, Louise Schuetze Lodge, and actively supported and participated in events at the Hermann Sons Grand Lodge alongside many treasured friends.  Jo Ann never met a stranger. She had a warm, welcoming spirit and a genuine love for people, always eager for her next adventure with family and friends. She found joy in fishing, hunting, and traveling, and embraced life with enthusiasm and curiosity. Jo Ann especially adored her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, many of whom spent their summers at Hermann Sons Youth Camp in Comfort, Texas. She treasured hearing their stories and took great pride in all they accomplished.  Above all, Jo Ann was a devoted and loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. She will be deeply missed and forever cherished by all who were blessed to know her.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at Boldtville Presbyterian Church, 6631 New Sulphur Springs Rd, San Antonio, TX 78263, on Saturday, February 21st at 2:00pm.