Helen June Johnson

Our beloved mother Helen June Johnson entered into God's loving arms July 17, 2011 with her family by her side. Mom was born in Eureka on March 19, 1930, to William 'Lowell' Rotermund and Helen June Rotermund. She spent her childhood years as she did her adult years- caring for her family, always. She was extremely responsible from an early age and taught herself how to cook, sew, wash, comfort, and most importantly, how to nurture and care for others. If I had one word to describe her, it would be devoted. One word however, is never enough. Mom and Dad married February 8, 1948. They were introduced by her brother when he brought Dad home to dinner, hoping he wouldn't have to take Mom along to the movies as his parents had instructed him to. This was the beginning of a beautiful love story which lasted over sixty three years. Together they built a home, a business, and raised three children. Mom was an exceptional woman. She seemed born to be a wife and mother. Because Mom and Dad wanted children so badly, they lovingly adopted my oldest brother and I, instilling in us the knowledge that we were wanted and chosen. They were then given the gift of another child, my youngest brother. This completed their life and our family. Together, they weathered the storms of life and saw the beautiful sunrises. Mom had such great inner beauty and grace and let you know, always, how important and special you really are. One of Mom's strengths and beauties was that with Mom, family always came first. She was strong, brave, gentle, thoughtful and unselfish. Mom leaves behind her beloved husband Merle Johnson of Eureka and her three children, Kent Johnson of Eureka, Lynn Roland of Fortuna, and Brian Johnson of Rocklin. She is also survived by step mother Mary Rotermund of Eureka, brother-in-law Blaine Johnson of San Jose, sister-in-law Joanne Johnson of San Jose, sister-in-law Jesse Rotermund of Modesto, son-in-law James Johnson of Orick, daughter-in-law Bobbie Johnson of Rocklin; grandchildren Alicia Roland of Boise Idaho, Kevin Roland of Auburn Washington, Alex Johnson of Fortuna and Gwyn and Ava Johnson of Rocklin; great grandchildren Rebekah Futhey of Upland, Emily Connell, Kathryn Connell, CJ Connell and Cody Connell of Boise; special nephew Drew Rotermund of Bayside, niece Kay Moore of Eureka, great nephew Ryan Moore of Eureka, nephew David Rotermund of Modesto; cousin Linda Denton of Oakland, and best friend Nancy Montgomery of Santa Rosa. She was preceded in death by her parents Lowell and Helen Rotermund, brothers Don Rotermund and Rod Rotermund, father-in-law Guy Johnson, mother-in-law Petrea Johnson, sister-in-law Marion Rotermund and niece Darlene Johnson. Our family would like to thank some very special people: Dr. Lei Han for her extraordinary medical care and for seeing Mom as much more than a patient (Mom loved you Lei), Peggy Roche for her devoted care-giving to both Mom and Dad , the staff at St. Joseph Hospital for the care in Mom's final days, with special thanks to nurses Amy and Pat and extra special thanks to Dr Jennifer Heidmann and nurses Katie and Stuart for their care and compassion for Mom on her final day. Mom and Dad both especially appreciated those on the 'Lift Team'- Robin, Jason, Texas and Megan. The entire staff has been incredibly supportive to Dad, who is currently a patient there as well. They have cried with us, held our hands and truly shown compassion. Our apologies if we have left anyone out. Mom was truly an angel on Earth. I believe that she has been welcomed home by the angels in Heaven and will be looking lovingly upon us always. We will honor and love her always. Viewing will be held at Sanders Funeral Home Monday, July 25, 2011 from 10:00am to 4:00pm with a gathering to honor Mom to be held at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made to an organization of your choice or you can simple hold someone who is crying, give a smile to someone who needs it, remember someone who is alone, encourage someone who others have overlooked, or do a random act of kindness. Mom- When a gentle breeze touches my face, I will think of you When a soft wind whispers through the trees, I will hear you As the ocean waves crash on the shore, I will feel your power As the rain falls gently down, I'll feel your touch When I read a book, I'll remember your teachings When I wash my clothes, I will smell you In the darkness of the night, I will weep for you In the light of the morning, you will comfort me When I look at the faces of children, I will think of mothers When I look at the faces of others, I will know what love is When I wonder about life, I'll remember faith When I feel scared and alone, I will know you are there, always. Lovingly, always, your daughter Lynn Please sign the guest book at www.Times-Standard.com, click obits.