JoAnn Gardner Love, 68, of Laurel, Mississippi, died Sunday, March 29, 2020, at her residence in Laurel, Mississippi. She was born Friday, June 15, 1951 in Laurel, Mississippi.

Due to the unusual circumstances, the family will have a private graveside service on April 3, 2020 at Myrick Cemetery. At a later date, the family will host a celebration of life for JoAnn Gardner Love.

JoAnn Gardner Love graduated from Northeast Jones High School in 1969. She devoted her time to raising her children and spoiling her grandchildren. Full of love, JoAnn spent her time finding ways to be a helping hand for her family. She will be lovingly remembered for her famous pot of Christmas gumbo, her free spirit, and her love for Marvel movies. Her selfless love and welcoming arms will always be cherished in our memories.

She was preceded in death by her father, Aaron M. Gardner; mother, Mary Lou Gardner; brother, Jimmie Gardner; sister, Mary Welborn.

Survivors include her children, Michele Wells (George), and Kris Blackledge (Kari); grandchildren, Cameron Carson (Ellen), Allison Purvis (Blake), Kailee Blackledge, and Kate Blackledge; great-grandchildren, Christian Purvis, Marshall Carson, and Cooper Purvis; sisters, Barbara Reeves, Rita Gardner, and Sheila Craven; uncle, E.C. Gardner; a host of nieces and nephews.

JoAnn was a beloved Little Granny, mother, sister, and friend. She will forever be missed by many.