Jodi Wellott

Allyson Jo Wellott (our Jodi), of Windom, Texas, passed away on Monday, March 30, 2020 at her home.

Jodi was born on September 12, 1959 to Robert James Wellott, Sr. and Rose Marie Wellott (née O'Malley) in Dallas, Texas. She grew up in Richardson, Texas and graduated from Richardson High School.

Following graduation, Jodi embarked on a path which led to many careers throughout her life. She worked alongside her father at TI Industries, moonlit as a convenience store clerk, hand-built furniture, and most memorably drove a big rig across the states. Her experience behind the wheel of that great big 18-wheeler made her an expert direction giver, outpacing technology and maps alike.

Jodi made a home for herself on a picturesque farm in Windom, Texas. She loved her farm as much as she loved her neighbors, who became her extended family. Throughout her years on the farm, she raised cows and chickens, cherished many pet dogs, and welcomed visitors to fish in the pond or target-practice in the pasture.

As her parents' health declined, Jodi helped take care of them any way she could. She frequented the VA Home almost daily to visit her ailing father. Her compassion was so great, she became an official volunteer to help other residents as well. As her mom fell ill, Jodi took her into her own home, becoming her full-time care-giver. Jodi was at the side of each of her parents as they passed, and she wouldn't have wanted it any other way.

Jodi is preceded in death by her parents, Bob and Rose Marie, and her brother, Shawn O'Malley Wellott. She is survived by brother, Robert James Wellott, Jr. (wife Linda); sister, Kathleen Rose Wellott; sister-in-law, Kathy Schattle Wellott; sister, Mary Margaret Wilkerson (husband Gary); and brother, Bryan Andrew Wellott (wife Gigi). Jodi is also survived by countless nieces, nephews, and cousins, as well as great nieces and great nephews.

Jodi was loved by so many people. She made lifelong friends and will be deeply missed by her family and friends. "Jodi, say spaghetti."

Due to the current pandemic that our country is facing, our family is opting to have a celebration of Jodi's life at an undetermined date in the future. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Alzheimer's Association at www.alz.org .