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Emmy Johnson Obituary
78 of Mesa, Arizona passed away peacefully on the evening of May 15, 2010 surrounded by family members. Emmy Lou was born June 25, 1931 in Los Angeles, CA, the daughter of Joseph and Florence Westerdahl Kendall. She will be remembered as a wonderful, caring and giving wife, mother, sister and grandmother. She was dedicated and devoted to her family and friends. Her grandchildren always looked forward to visits at grandma's, which always ended with a bowl of ice cream. She was a widow for the past 25 years and raised her children in righteousness. She was very active in the Republican Party and volunteered at the Mesa LDS Temple for many years. We are comforted with the knowledge that she is finally reunited with her beloved Mac, never again to be separated. She holds a special place in all of our hearts and she will be missed. Emmy Lou is survived by her sisters, Karen Chapman and Karol Layton, her six children, Michael (Kelly) Johnson of Mesa, AZ, David (Joylene) Johnson of Mesa, AZ, Kathy (Rick) Carlsen of Mesa, AZ, Gregory (Lori) Johnson of Gilbert, AZ, Timothy (Alicia) Johnson of Pleasant Grove, UT and Jennifer (Roger) Goodman of Mesa, AZ, her 26 grandchildren, 1 deceased grandchild, and 4 great-grandchildren. Funeral services will be held May 20, 2010 at 10 AM at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints at 1911 N. 24th St. in Mesa (1 block south of McKellips between Gilbert and Lindsay Roads). A viewing will be held May 19 from 6-8pm at Bunker's Garden Chapel, 33 N. Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ.
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Jeff Valenta
May 20, 2010
Dear Johnson's, I will also miss your mom a lot. What a great lady! I am glad I got to know her. What a great example of a Christ-like person. She will truly be missed.
Karen (Mann) Threlkeld
May 20, 2010
To the Johnson Family:
Both of your parents had a long-lasting influence in my life. I feel blessed that I was able to be touched by their Christ-like love for everyone.
Craig & Kimberli Parry
May 20, 2010
Dear Tim, Greg, and the entire Johnson Family,
I am sorry that we did not hear of Emmy Lou's passing in time to make arrangements to be in Mesa. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you as you celebrate the life of this wonderful lady. Many fond memories of youth are associated with her and your family. We are grateful for the blessing of her life.
Willi & Jean Richert
May 19, 2010
Dear Johnson Family,
It has been so long since we've seen you but have such fond memories of your mother and your father. Emmy Lou was an angel who walked among us and we all loved her. We are sure your dad is over joyed to have her with him now; can't believe he's been gone so long. Your wonderful parents touched many lives and hearts. We send our love and prayers to you now. God bless all of you.
Mike & Jody Bailey
May 19, 2010
Dear Johnson Family,
We love your Mom and know she is having a grand reunion before setting to work. Her smile, warmth and genuine love is an earmark of a gracious lady who always was at her best when talking of her family. Her fondest wish was that there be no empty chairs. We will miss her so.
Gaela Roberts
May 19, 2010
To Emmy Lou's family: your mom was the essence of the Saviors love. I don't remember her without a smile. You all were so blessed with goodly parents. Your mom and dad were so kind to Bob and I as we first started coming back to church. Your fathers kindness, your mothers sweetness.....the gospel in action.
Tom and Connie Larsen
May 19, 2010
Johnson Family,
Connie and I send our sympathies to your family. It was our honor, pleasure, and blessing to know Emmy Lou and count her as our friend. She will be missed.
It was also our honor to assist with the arrangments for the funeral and all the details to pay deserved tribute to a wonderful lady. All the best to your entire family.
Curt Bailey
May 19, 2010
She is great! What a perfect way to start a temple session by scooting around the corner and letting her smiling face tell you you're in the right place. She exuded the warmth and love of the Savior, and her face lit up as she spoke of her family, which is most important. She will be missed.
From the Staff of Bunker Family Funeral Homes
May 18, 2010
We wish to extend our deepest sympathies at this difficult time.
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