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Barbara Collingsworth Johnson

Barbara Collingsworth Johnson obituary, Dimondale, MI

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Barbara Johnson Obituary

Barbara Collingsworth Johnson (BC) Dimondale Barbara Collingsworth Johnson (BC), 64, passed away on Friday, December 10, 2010 after a courageous battle of 14 years with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease). Ms. Johnson was born September 19, 1946 in Kansas City, Missouri, the daughter of Howard and Alice (Sessions) Hile. BC grew up on a farm south of Ionia, MI. She was the Speech and Drama teacher for Charlotte Public Schools, directing the annual student play and other small plays throughout the year. She also created close relationships with her students and was dedicated to helping them develop their full potential. She retired in 2000. BC helped with blood drives at school, herself being a 60 pint donor with the Red Cross, and encouraging others to donate. She was on the design team of Charlotte Performing Arts Center, a former board member of Eaton County United Way, worked with the Peer Resistance Leader Program and Students Against Drunk Driving (SADD) doing mock accident scenes. She is survived by her son, William, "Willie" Collingsworth of Dimondale; mother, Alice Hile of Ionia; brother, Jim (Kay) Hile of Lansing and her special caregiver, Deborah Loveland of Charlotte. The family will receive visitors Monday, December 20, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Pray Funeral Home. Funeral and Affirmation Celebration will be 11:00 am, Tuesday, December 21, 2010 at Charlotte Performing Arts Center with Reverend Steve Ezop officiating. A private interment will be at a later date in Letts Cemetery on Peck Lake Road, Ionia. If desired memorial contributions may be made to A.L.S. of Michigan or The C.P.S Education Foundation for Arts. Online condolences may be made at www.prayfuneral.com Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, MI.

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Published by Lansing State Journal from Dec. 12 to Dec. 19, 2010.

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Joe Pray and the Staff of Pray Funeral Home

December 19, 2010

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Billie Jo Day

December 17, 2010

I will miss our monthly pizza dinners at BC's. Me and two friends would go over once a month and have pizza and gossip with BC. She was an amazing women and will be truly missed! RIP BC

Tiffany (Arciszewski) Swartz

December 17, 2010

God looked down from Heaven and saw your smiling face, through the tears a smile was still in it's place, He wrapped His arms around you, and held you closely nigh, and so many of us began to cry... We love you B.C. RIP

Chuck Firman

December 17, 2010

With my brother being in drama and I in speech class, I know that BC will be deeply missed. A great talent was lost, but we'll always remember you.

Tim Brenner

December 15, 2010

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. At a time when young minds are struggling to find an identity, BC was there to help them find their way. Every once in a while I catch myself wanting to thank her for teaching me to believe in myself. BC is truly an inspiration and will be missed. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Kathy Maples

December 15, 2010

Barb: You were and always will be my bestest friend. I will miss going to the movies together,decorating your house for all the holidays and just spending time with you. You will always be in our hearts. You considered my grandchildren as your own and loved them unconditionally. They in return loved you the same. I will miss our "blueberry pancakes" at Flap Jacks and home make macaroni and cheese meals together! I love you and thank you for being my friend!

December 14, 2010

Sometimes the path to healing is not an easy one,
but the Lord is walking right there by your side...His hand is there in your reach, He is guarding your every step..His light is guiding your way...my dearest Barb, you are FREE!
My dearest friend;
you always saw with your heart and understood with your dreams, you will always hold a special place in our hearts and in this world.
You inspired, encouraged and accepted all those who had the privilegde of becoming your friend. You will truely be missed.
~Vicki, Manistee, Michigan

Laurie (Cates) Day

December 13, 2010

In remembering BC, she truly enjoyed what she did for drama class and I enjoyed what she did for us! She was a really wonderful woman. My thoughts and prayers to her family. She will be missed.

Chris Dingman

December 13, 2010

RIP BC.

You will be missed...and remembered. Remembered for the effortless

pam rooks

December 12, 2010

BC was an inspiration to many in many capacities. May her memory always live.

Gayle Roote

December 12, 2010

I did not know Barbra, but my wife of fifty six years passed June the fifth of lou Gehrigs disease. She did not have a very long time, she found out what she had Sept 2009. This is a very horrible thing and I offer my very sincere condolence to the family and all her friends.
Gayle Roote Bellaire, mi

Clarence & ALice Hill

December 12, 2010

Barb will be truly missed at our ALS support meetings.She brought lots of smiles to our group even though some were suffering including herself.

Angie Glasscock

December 12, 2010

What can be said of the loss of a woman as wonderful as our BC? A true inspiration, a loyal friend. A woman who never lost her spunk or spirit. You will be missed, dear friend. Thank you for loving me, for loving my mom and for allowing us to be such a part of your life. We will cherish you always. I hope you're bringing a little purple to Heaven. To Debbie, thank you for making our friend's last years so full. You took such great care of her! Mom and I love you and hope you will stay in touch.

Kendra Schaefer

December 12, 2010

BC was an amazing teacher who inspired us to be as full as we could be. She will be never be replaced in spirit or in person.

Sally Nash Boyd

December 12, 2010

BC was my favorite teacher in HS. She made class fun as well as educational. Her goal was to know each student by name by the end of the first week of school. She encouraged me to write and love what I do. She will be missed.

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