Marjie Ellen Johnson

Marjie Ellen Johnson was born July 13, 1938, in Eugene, Oregon. She passed away at the age of 87 in early October of 2025.

She was the daughter of Donald and Mary Strunk, of Sheridan, OR. Both preceded her in death. She had two sisters; Helen Johnson and Edwina Gray, who also preceded her in death.

Marjie is survived by her brother, Donald Albert (Joanie) Strunk Jr., Priest River, ID; daughter Josephine Marie (Shaun) Davis, Dallas, OR; 7 grandchildren: Nicolas (Nicole) Holtsclaw, Dallas, OR; Heather Davis (Carlos), Amity, OR; Bradley (Erin) Holtsclaw, Dallas, OR; Scottie (Emily) Holtsclaw, Charlottesville, VA; Austin (Anna) Holtsclaw, Kennebunkport, ME; Timothee (Liz) Holtsclaw, Dallas, OR; Hannah Davis, OR; 17 great grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

She graduated from Willamina High School in 1959.

Marjie married Ira Raymond Johnson on May 6, 1967. They were married 31 years until his passing in 1998. Marjie was involved with the 4H, Blue Birds, Camp Fire Girls, and she served as a deaconess, treasurer and trustee of the Falls City Christian Church, where she was a member for over 40 years.

She enjoyed gardening, cooking, sewing, and watching the wildlife in her backyard. She especially enjoyed the deer. She was a hard worker, very dependable, and she was a care giver to many. She lived life on her own terms.

Marjie will be laid to rest with her husband Ray, at Restlawn Memory Gardens. A memorial service will be held on November 22, 2025, at 2:00pm at New Beginnings Church in Dallas, Oregon.