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Dorothy Johansen Obituary
Our wife, mother, grandmother Dorothy Johansen, passed away peacefully November 17, 2017 at her home in Riverton. Born February 14, 1934 to Aldred and Frances Erskine. She married William Johansen May 22, 1952 in Burbank, California.
Survived by her husband; children Fran (Ron) Jensen, Curt (Ronda) Johansen, Howard (Kelly) Johansen, David Johansen, and Juliane (Steve) Raleigh; 24 grandchildren, 45 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandchild; and one brother, Gene Erskine. Preceded in death by her parents; one son, Steven Johansen; and brother, Melvin Erskine.
Funeral services will be Tuesday, November 28 at 11:00 AM at the LDS Chapel, 12525 S Redwood Rd, Riverton, with a viewing at 10:00 AM. Viewing also held on Monday November 27 from 5-6:30 PM at Broomhead Funeral Home, 12600 S 2200 W, Riverton. Interment at Utah Veterans Memorial Park. Visit www.broomheadfuneralhome.com for a full obituary.
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November 27, 2017
Bill, You and Dorthy became family to Reid and I while we were serving at Martin's Cove. I have enjoyed coming to your home and visiting you both. She was one of the kind. So sweet and kind to everyone and always ready to help whenever she was needed. My thoughts and prayers are with you. You both will always hold a special spot in my heart. Love you both so much. Sharon Stevenson
Carla Grimshaw
November 25, 2017
Our sincere condolences to the Johansen family, especially David, who we love and honor for being a father to two of our grandchildren. Sister Johansen was a true lady in every sense of the word.
Carolyn Erskine-Nielson
November 22, 2017
I have great memories spending time with my Aunt, Uncle and cousins when we were young. My Aunt Dorothy made my Son a Teddy Bear blanket that he still has 32 years later. I remember she always had a project going. I will miss my Christmas card this year that always told me how all my cousins, her grandchildren and great-grand children were doing. She was very proud of all of them.
Fran Jensen
November 22, 2017
I am so very grateful for all my Mother has done for me throughout her life. I will miss her so much. I know her joy is full right now in being reunited with her son Steven, my younger brother. I will treasure her memory and work hard the remainder of my days to make sure her life and legacy is never forgotten.
John and Jean Fenn
November 22, 2017
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of this sweet sister. We send our love to her devoted husband and family. We treasure our memories of our times together at Martin's Cove.
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