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Hedvig Johnson Obituary

Hedvig H. Johnson, 97 ROCKFORD - Hedvig H. Johnson, 97, of Rockford passed away Friday, May 13, 2011, in Fair Oaks. Born Sept. 5, 1913, in Standard, the daughter of Hans P. and Margretha (Hansen) Hjort. Married Melvin J. Johnson on Sept. 9, 1937, in Granville; he died Nov. 2, 1993. Longtime member of St. John United Methodist Church before joining Beth Eden United Methodist Church. Longtime volunteer at River Bluff Nursing Home. She enjoyed her home and traveling, a dedicated caregiver to her husband and always supported her families activities. Survivors include her sons, Herbert H. (Lois) Johnson of Machesney Park and Richard M. (Elizabeth) Johnson of St. Louis; grandsons, Timothy H. (Julia) Johnson of Rockton, Randall S. Johnson of Rockford, Jeffrey Johnson of Florida and Gregory (Amy) Johnson of St. Louis; great-grandchildren, Alexandra Nina, Katrina Hjort, Jamie Lynn, Ellie Grace and William Gregory, Matthew Kar and Lotte Lizabeth; sister-in-law, Sadie Shirland. Predeceased by parents; and sisters, Agnes Carlson and Dagmar Reynolds. Service at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 17, in Delehanty Funeral Home Ltd., 401 River lane, Loves Park, with visitation from 10 a.m. to service time. The Rev. Douglas Bowden and the Rev. Carol Harrington will officiate. Burial in Willwood Burial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Beth Eden United Methodist Church or charity of your choice. For more information, visit delehantyfh.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from May 15 to May 16, 2011.

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Barbara Hodges

May 9, 2021

Enjoyed volunteering with Hedvig at River Bluff on Wednesdays. So many wonderful memories of spending the day with her. Also, was fortunate enough to be invited to Melvin & her special anniversary gathering at their church.

Barbara Hodges

May 9, 2021

I have many fond memories of volunteering with Hedvig at River Bluff on Wednesdays. Such a fun lady! My husband & I attended Melvin and her special anniversary at their church. We felt honored to be included on this happy occasion of their "togetherness". Thanks to the family for keeping her memory alive!

Barbara Hodges

May 12, 2020

Seeing Hedvig's name pop up on my email bought back many memories of volunteering at River Bluff. My husband & I attended Melvin & her 50th wedding anniversary party at their church in Rockford. What a dedicated volunteer---we need more like her!

Barbara Hodges

May 12, 2020

Hedvig was a delight to volunteer with on the fruit cart at River Bluff. My husband & I remember attending Melvin & her 50th wedding anniversary party at their church. So many fond memories & to see her name pop up over the weekend stirred up good times that I shared with her on Wednesdays--Fruit Cart Day at RB!

Barbara Hodges

May 15, 2011

My prayers & thoughts are with you and your families on the loss of your Mom. I volunteered with Hedvig at River Bluff pushing the Fruit Cart through those halls loaded with fresh produce. The residents loved this feature of our Auxiliary. Hedvig was fun to volunteer with. She is at peace & in a better place. Take care.

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