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Johnna Lyttle Obituary

Lyttle, Johnna

May 1, 1963 – March 2, 2025

On March 2nd, 2025 Johnna Lou left this earth, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness and cherished memories. She had a passion for nature and it was never a shock to see her talking to the birds or feeding the deer straight from her hands. She brought a peace to this world that will forever be missed and although her body has left us, her spirit lives on in every bird that flies through the sky and every cup of coffee brewed with care.

Her spirit is carried on by her son; Steven Cozad (Julie Betsch), Sister; Connie (Eddie) Smallwood, Brother; Gary (Joyce) Smith, Daughter of The Heart; Lindsey Ervin and many other special family and friends. She loved them all more than anything in this world except a hot cup of coffee and an ice cold Pepsi.

She was reunited with her parents; John and Florence Smith, brother; Carl Smith, Sister in Law; Gennene Smith and Best Friend; Kathy E.

In Lieu of flowers the family requests that you buy a cup of coffee for a stranger and always keep your bird feeders full.

A heartfelt thank you goes out to the Huntington Court staff and Bella Care Hospice for walking beside her on this journey.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Journal-News on Mar. 5, 2025.

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Robert (Bob) Smith

March 7, 2025

She was Loved very much by her brother Bob also. And will be dearly missed.

An old Army Vet out of Ft. Bragg N. C.

March 7, 2025

My multiple bird feeders are filled daily and my hangers are filled with suet for the woodpeckers.....I wish I would have known Ms. Lyttle......My condolences!

Steve Gingrich

March 5, 2025

Johnna was a sweet girl with a sweet spirit. It hurts my heart to know she is no longer with us. She's dancing with tge angels now forever at peace.

Cj Turner

March 5, 2025

So many memories I have of her and her spirit. I still remember the first time I met her. She has a very mischievous nature and pure heart. She helped me in so many ways and always with a hug and I love you
Love ya

Diane Chance

March 5, 2025

My first sponsor and forever friend. I will never forget her advice or the love in which she gave it. I will always think of her when I feed the birds or walk in the woods.

Amy Henkel

March 5, 2025

I will think of her when I'm caring for all of nature. Sounds like we were kindred spirits although I never had the honor of meeting her. RIH.
Prayers for all that knew and loved her.

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