Jo Ellen Ferguson
Jo Ellen Ferguson, aged 63 of Pataskala, Ohio passed away on October 16, 2025 after a three year battle with Early Onset Alzheimer’s Disease. Jo was born on July 28, 1962 to Tom Ferguson and Rebecca (Nutter) Ferguson Ashcroft in Zanesville, Ohio. She was raised in Caldwell, Ohio and enjoyed running track and was a member of the Caldwell high school band. She graduated high school in 1980 and attended Bowling Green University. As an accomplished clarinet player, she majored in music. After college, Jo went on to have a successful career at the State Library of Ohio and retired after 35 years of service.
Jo was preceded in death by her father, Tom Ferguson, brother Randall (Poke) Ferguson, paternal grandparents Bill and Dorthy Ferguson of Caldwell, Ohio and maternal grandparents, Tom and Eunice Clark of Columbus, Ohio.
She is survived by her husband, J. Robert Whitlock of Pataskala, Ohio, her mother, Rebecca Ferguson Ashcroft of Pickerington, Ohio. As well as her brothers, Craig (Lisa) Ferguson of Caldwell, Ohio, Tom (Becky) Ferguson of Dublin, Ohio, and Steve Ferguson of Cleveland, Ohio.
Jo will be laid to rest beside her father in Olive Cemetery in Caldwell, Ohio during a private gathering for family.
My heart aches for my beautiful childhood friend. We grew up together and I have many fond memories of her and the whole family. Prayers for her husband, mother Becky, and the boys & families. Sending my deepest sympathies and love.
I am so deeply sorry to hear of the passing of Jo.
She was a Caldwell High School alumnus, a few years behind me, and a great clarinet player in our high school band.
Jo was quiet and shy to my rambunctious and loud.
I am so sorry to see another sibling from this family taken too soon.
Alzheimer’s is a thief.
My sister is in assisted living having been diagnosed with Early Onset Alzheimer’s in her early 60’s.
My sincere condolences to your family on the loss of a lovely soul.
Craig and Lisa!! Sending love and prayers to you and your family on the passing of your sister!! 🙏🙏💔🙏🙏. Pat Darvas!!
Sorry to hear of her passing. May she rest in peace. 🙏
Craig I’m so sorry for your loss,prayers for all.
So sorry to hear this news. I had the privilege to coach Jo and all her siblings. The Ferguson family will always have a special place in my heart.
A terrible loss.
Becky, so so sorry to hear about Jo. Such a lovely lady.
I’m so sorry for your loss. I have many great memories of Jo from band and high school. She was an excellent musician. Wishing her family peace during this difficult time.
So sorry to hear this. I was a friend of Jo’s all through school. We enjoyed being in band and track together. I will will always remember the many sleepovers and school activities we had. Prayers for healing to the family.
I was so shocked and sad to hear about Jo’s passing!! we grew up together on Sunset Hills played spent the night had slumber parties was in the band all through school. She was a big part of my childhood growing up.!! Prayers for her mom and brothers! Sunset Hills kids were a big family group!!
So very sorry for your loss Craig and Lisa…Prayer for you and your family..
We are so sorry to learn of JoEllen’s passing. Love, hugs, & prayers for all of you 🙏❤️
To the Ferguson Family, sorry to read of your loss. Your family are in our prayers.
To the Ferguson Family, sorry to read of your loss. Your families are in our prayers.