Jo Ella McAllister, 68, of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away on Monday December 19, 2022.

According to her wishes, no public services will be held. Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road, is assisting the family.

Jo Ella was born on September 12, 1954, in Dubuque, Iowa, daughter of Joseph and June (Hopp) Miller. She graduated from Stephen Hempstead High School in 1972 and worked at Finley Hospital for 22 years.

Jo Ella is survived by her siblings Phillip Miller, Verne (Cathy) Miller, Dori Hook, Jenny Rouse, Sara Jurisic, Joseph (Lisa) Miller, Rich (Gina) Miller and Phillip Miller Jr., and two grandsons whom she loved dearly.

She was preceded in death by her parents, two brothers, and a sister.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Leonard Funeral Home & Crematory, 2595 Rockdale Road, for the Jo Ella McCallister Memorial Fund.

Thank you to the nurses and staff at UnityPoint Health – Finley Hospital for their care and support.