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Dorothy Johnson Obituary

Dorothy J. Johnson 1946-2014 Dorothy J. Johnson, age 67, passed away Tuesday, February 11, 2014, at Evanston Hospital. She was born in Lawton, MI to Herman and Martha (Johnson) Wanink, who preceded her in death. She was known as "Traci" to family and friends. She is survived by her beloved daughter (Sydney Janelle), sisters Audrey Russeau (Don); Martha Dorr (Jim); and brother Harold Wanink (Sandy). The great love of her life was her grandson (Odie L. Fleming, Jr.). She will be missed by a host of nephews, nieces, family and special friends. THE VISITATION will be held at 1:00 PM Monday, February 17, 2014 at: The Benson Family Funeral Home 3224 W. Montrose Chicago, IL 60618 773-478-5800 THE FUNERAL SERVICE will be held from 2:00 -3:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, MEMORIAL CONTRIBUTIONS may be made to the National Shrine of St. Jude. OFFICIATING: Collins & Stone Funeral Home, 128 S. 5th, Rockford, IL 815-965-1515

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Feb. 15, 2014.

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February 19, 2014

My deep sympathy a genealogy cousin, Sue Hocking

Robert Johnston

February 15, 2014

Traci was a huge blessing to me, my office and city too. Traci and I met in 1987 and she became invaluable to our operation with her work ethic, leadership and was a big hearted person who was a true inspiration to me. We love you Traci and miss you!

Tera Lyn Dorr

February 15, 2014

Missing you and so very thankful that I have been blessed with a lifetime of love and memories with you Aunt Dort. I admire you for your amazing courage and strength when faced with extreme challenges. You always lived and loved unconditionally. And to this day I can think about your contagious laugh....and smile smile smile! Thank you Dearest Aunt Dort for your love and laughter....hugz around Heaven from me....Peace and Luv...Tera Lyn xxoo

Tera Lyn Dorr

February 15, 2014

Such a lifetime of wonderful memories that warm my heart, make me laugh, and smile. Thank you for being sucha "cool" and fun living Aunt...I admire you and have an unbelievable amount of respect for you. The courage and strength you displayed even in the toughest of times was simply remarkable! I miss you and your infectious laugh beyond words ...thank you for the blessings! Hugz around Heaven from me....Peace Luv and eternal happiness! Tera Lyn

Nancy Osterberg

February 15, 2014

Traci was a dear friend of mine for over 25 years and she will be greatly missed. Her love for Sydney and Odie will carry on thru their precious memories of her. I know she is in heaven because she believed in Jesus for her salvation, so we will see her again!! Much love to all the family and friends,

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