Katherine Lavonne Johnson

Katherine Lavonne Johnson, age 65, passed away on January 9, 2026, in The Colony, TX. Born on May 12, 1960, Kathy dedicated much of her life to nurturing and educating children within her community.

Kathy began her career in 1978, driving school buses for Grand Prairie ISD. Her passion for child development led her to become a teacher's aide in 1981. Over the years, she served in the Mother's Day Out programs at Prince of Peace and Rosemeade Baptist, before joining Lewisville ISD as a teacher's aide in 2004, a role she cherished until her retirement in 2025.

Beyond her professional life, Kathy was a creative soul who enjoyed sewing, knitting, crocheting, reading, and gardening. Her hobbies reflected her artistic nature, bringing joy not only to her but also to those around her.

Kathy's legacy is carried on by her brother, Andrew Scott; daughters, Jessica Black and her husband Robert, Jennifer Finnegan and her husband Jason, and Julia Kirk; and her cherished grandchildren, Olivia, Charlotte, Liliann, Maddox, Ainsley, Katie, Fiona, and Ryan Eoin. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Larry Johnson, her parents, Benny Scott and Sue Hubbard, her step-father, TG Hubbard, and her sister, Sandra Brisbon.

A memorial service to celebrate Kathy's life will be held at Grace Church Frisco on Saturday, January 24th at 4pm. Her life and legacy will be remembered fondly by all who knew her, as a dedicated educator, a loving family member, and a creative spirit.