Jo Ann Burke-Fullington

 

Jo Ann Burke-Fullington, 70, of Carlinville, passed away on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at her home in Carlinville, surrounded by loved ones.

 

Jo was born September 30, 1955, in Carlinville, the youngest daughter of Lester Scharfenberg and Virginia (Jenkins) Scharfenberg.

 

Jo attended beauty school after high school then she went to Brown’s business school.

 

She spent most of her years as a correctional officer for the Illinois Department of Corrections and retired after 26 years there.

 

Jo found a strong faith and many friends through attending Charity Baptist Church. She is a believer in our Lord Jesus Christ and is already in eternity with Him.

 

Jo is survived by her husband, Bill Fullington of Carlinville; daughter, Lori (Jeff) Brown of Carlinville; son, John (Maggie) Fullington of Litchfield, IL; seven grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; brothers, Terry (Joan) Scharfenberg, Ted Scharfenberg; sisters, Jerilyn Rosetti, Joyce (Roy) Emmons of Carlinville, as well as several nieces and nephews.

 

Jo was preceded in death by her parents; sisters, Janet K. Scharfenberg, Judith Mae Fullington and brother-in-law, Rich Rosetti.

 

Visitation was held on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, Charity Baptist Church, Carlinville, IL.

 

Funeral Services were conducted on Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at Charity Baptist Church, Carlinville.

 

Burial followed in Charity Cemetery, Carlinville, IL.

 

Memorials may be made to Charity Baptist Church.

 

Visit www.davisandersonfuneralhome.com to leave condolences or light a candle in her memory.

 

Davis-Anderson Funeral Home, Carlinville is in charge of arrangements.