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CHARLOTTE JOHNSON Obituary

Charlotte Anne (Wible) Johnson, born December 29, 1943, Tacoma, Washington to parents Stella and Charles Wible, sisters Clara and Julia. The family traveled western states extensively as rock hounds.

Graduated Lincoln HS Tacoma 1965, attended Pacific Lutheran University and University of Washington while working the World's Fair. Daughter Selene Finrow, was born in 1964. Living on Guemes Island, mother and daughter enjoyed the island lifestyle and made numerous lifetime friends.

Relocating to California in 1971, Charlotte became an accomplished shoemaker crafting custom footwear while living at the Sunburst Community.

Warm Springs Nevada was their next home where Charlotte grew a high desert garden in one of the harshest climates in the US. Charlotte was always admired for her spirit to produce her own food, strong will and unwavering spirit.

After her father's death, Charlotte returned to Shelter Bay, La Conner so that she and sister, Clara Gadinere, could help their mother.

he married local farmer Glen Johnson in 1987. Together they created Mother Flight Farm, one of the most well-known and productive organic farms in Skagit Valley. Mentoring over 100 young farmers, Charlotte was known for her compassion, empathy and healing nature. Active in leadership with Farmers Markets in Bellingham, Sedro-Woolley and Anacortes, she was awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award from Skagit Women's Alliance Network recognizing her dedication, passion and outstanding attendance.

After an extended struggle with cancer, Charlotte passed peacefully on Winter Solstice night.

Preceded in death by sisters Clara Gardinere and Julia Ritchie, she is survived by daughter Selene Finrow, niece Jenny, nephew Garth, numerous others, and husband Glen Johnson.

A Celebration of Life will be at the Rexville Grange, Sunday, December 29th (Charlotte's 70th birthday) from 2:00 to 4:00 pm. Please bring potluck dish and memory of Charlotte to share.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Skagit Valley Herald on Dec. 28, 2013.

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Louise Ross Poppleton

July 3, 2020

I was the daughter of her father's best friend and we spent many happy hours with the Wibles talking travels, looking at ;maps, rockhounding. I did not get close to Charlotte, to my regret. I am sorry to have not kept in touch after my own husband died so we didnt go up to Bellingham. Now I am sorry to learn that she also died and the opportunityt for mature friendship is past. I would love to have any photos of us rockhounding together as kids.

Bekky Love

December 31, 2013

Dear Glen, With Fondness, I am thinking of You. Charlotte's insights, her values, beliefs, her steadfastness ... her pioneer spirit, carry on.

Kerry Harding

December 31, 2013

I knew Charlotte in the Sunburst years. I remember her smile and her willingness to share. She was a lovely person.

Patty Paulsen

December 30, 2013

So sorry for your loss. May the angels of peace and comfort be upon you. Her love lives on.

Xenia Young

December 30, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of Charlotte's passing and send my heartfelt condolences to all who loved her. I knew Charlotte from Sunburst and remember her as being someone who always contributed to the greater good. My deepest sympathies to her daughter Selene who is still thought of with much fondness.

John Dixon

December 29, 2013

Oh Glen, very sorry to hear of Charlotte's passing. The World is a lesser place without her. Hang in there brother.

December 29, 2013

Sorry for your lose Uncle Glen! Aunty Char was such a hard worker and she lived life with a passion for humanity and good health, her struggle with cancer was hard for you too but I know she is at peace and no more suffering. Gene and I are in Az and can't be there today for you but we are thinking of you.

Ellen Brumfield

December 28, 2013

To brother Glen, my love and prayers to you now and forever.

BLESSINGS

JUANITA LLOYD

December 28, 2013

LOTS OF LOVE TO YOU GLEN,SELENE,FAMILY & FRIENDS. It was my pleasure to spend time with Charlotte over the past six months, which gave me the opportunity to know her a little better. May you rest in peace Miss Char, your spirit of determination, harmony, and consideration of humans individuality will live on in our hearts.

BLESSINGS

JUANITA LLOYD

December 28, 2013

JUANITA LLOYD

December 28, 2013

LOVE AND PRAYERS FOR YOU GLEN, SELENE, EXTENDED FAMILY, AND FRIENDS.

Doreen Dunton

December 28, 2013

I will miss her Mother Earthly presence at the Depot Market. May her generous spirit always be present.

Melody Ashenfelter

December 27, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Jason Lloyd

December 27, 2013

What a great Aunt and friend Charlotte has been to me over the years! I learned so much about life, health, love, patience, the earth, healing and determination! She also taught me something about forgiveness! It's hard to imagine our community without her in it.

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