Jo Ann Harvey Coupal, 71, Passes Away After Alzheimer's Battle

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Jo Ann Harvey Coupal, a 71-year-old resident of Noxon, Montana, passed away on February 7, 2026 after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. A memorial service will be held on February 28, 2026 at the Noxon United Methodist Church. Jo Ann was born in Texas and had a career working on law-related publications before retiring to Noxon with her husband Dave in 2015, where she was active in the community and with the Boy Scouts.

Why it matters

Jo Ann's story highlights the impact of Alzheimer's disease, which is becoming increasingly common as the population ages. Her involvement in the community and with the Boy Scouts also demonstrates the important role that retirees can play in small towns like Noxon, Montana.

The details

Jo Ann Harvey Coupal was born in 1954 in Borger, Texas. She graduated from the University of Texas in Austin and worked for the American Bar Association and Stanford Law School before retiring to Noxon, Montana with her husband Dave in 2015. In Noxon, Jo Ann was active in the local church, senior center, and Boy Scouts, where both of her sons earned the Eagle Scout rank. She was recognized for her contributions with the Silver Beaver award, the highest council award in Scouting.

• Jo Ann passed away on February 7, 2026.
• A memorial service will be held on February 28, 2026.

What’s next

The memorial service for Jo Ann Harvey Coupal will be held on February 28, 2026 at the Noxon United Methodist Church in Noxon, Montana.