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Sarah Johnson Obituary

Sarah E. Johnson (nee Hawkinson), 58 , a resident of Crest Hill, IL since 2002, formerly of Chicago Heights, IL, died Wednesday, November 16, 2005 at her home. She was born on July 7, 1947 in Galesburg, IL. She is survived by Her Husband - Donald W. Johnson of Crest Hill, whom she married May 6, 1967, Four Children - Emily (Andy) Van Houtte of Hinsdale, IL, Amy Mootrey of Plainfield, IL, Erick (Kerry) Johnson of Snohomish, WA and Andrew Johnson of Joliet, IL and , Six Grandchildren - Madeliene and Grace Van Houtte, Cassidy and Hayden Mootrey, Jack and Luke Johnson, Two Sisters - Jo (the late Rev. Stephen) Williams of Elgin, IL and Julie (John) Fickle of Cape Coral, FL, A Brother - Steven (Cathy) Hawkinson of Galesburg and Numerous Nieces and Nephews. She was preceded in death by Her Parents - Lloyd and Marion Hawkinson. Sarah grew up in Galesburg and was a graduate of Galesburg Senior High School's Class of 1965. She attended Cornell College, Mt. Vernon, IA and Western Illinois University, Macomb. Sarah most recently worked for Nielsen Media Research, Chicago. She was a member of Plainfield United Methodist Church and a former member of Olympia Fields United Methodist Church. Memorial Visitation Saturday, November 19, 2005, 1:00-2:00 P.M. at Plainfield United Methodist Church, 600 N. Illinois St., Plainfield. Memorial Services will follow at 2:00 P.M. in the church with Rev. David Jamir officiating. A reception will follow at the church in Brown Fellowship Hall. Interment: Private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to: Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine, Pancreatic Research, Attn: Mark Talamonti, M.D., 201 E. Huron St., Chicago, IL 60611. Arrangements by Overman-Jones Funeral Home, Plainfield, IL. For info. (815) 436-9221.

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Published by SouthtownStar from Nov. 17 to Nov. 20, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Sarah Johnson

20 Entries

Jane Daley

November 30, 2005

To the Johnson Family: All the while I was teaching at Bloom, I could count on Sarah's sunny disposition and affection for our students. She was a wonderful person, and I miss her. My sympathy to the whole family for your tremendous loss.

Scott Fuller

November 21, 2005

Don,

So sorry to hear of your loss. My sister, Lee Feeney, who stills live in Flossmoor, has kept me posted. It's been along time since we've been together doing the H-F Swim Club, but the news of Sarah's passing did bring a reminder of the good times we spent at your house doing the swim meet line-ups. My best wishes to you and all of the children. I'll be thinking of you often.

Angela Gehm

November 21, 2005

Don,

We were very sorry to hear about your wife Sarah. Our sympathy to you and your family.

Angie and Jessica Gehm

Angela Winkler (Genovese)

November 21, 2005

Mrs. Johnson was an amazing woman with an amazing family. Pelase accept my deepest sympathy, as well as my love and best wishes to all of you, in your time of grief and always.

Terri Lacy

November 21, 2005

Dear Don and family,

I just want you to know how truly sad I was at hearing of the loss of Sara. She was a phenomenal mother, wife, friend, and co worker. Her passing puts out the lights on the path she walked. My sincerest condolences.

Terri Lacy

Elizabeth Hawkins

November 21, 2005

I am so very sorry for your loss. I pray that God will comfort and strengthen you.

Courtney Clasen

November 20, 2005

Mr. Johnson, Emily, Amy, Erick and Andrew, I am so sorry to hear about Mrs. Johnson. My heart and prayers go out to you and you family. Losing a loved one is not always easy, but eternal happiness now awaits your lovely mother/wife in heaven. God Bless your family today and always.

Courtney Clasen (Genovese)

Mary Anne Prokop

November 18, 2005

You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Cathy Gliottoni

November 18, 2005

I was so sorry to hear about Sarah. I have such wonderful memories of the times I spent with her. I have missed her since she left Bloom. Please know that my thoughts are with all of you at this difficult time.

BARBARA JACKSON

November 18, 2005

I will never forget how Sarah spoke of her children with such pride and joy. We were both Cougar Moms (Glenwood and Country Club Hills) and discussed participation in neighborhood football from time to time. She was a beautiful person. Condolences to the family.

Velda Lloyd

November 18, 2005

I am so sorry to hear about Sarah's death. What a wonderful woman she was! Sarah was always congenial, fun, and caring--one who worked well with the students at Bloom. I remember sitting at football games with her and Don in the cold, and she never gave up on the Trojans! My prayers and sympathy are with all of you.

Robin Miller

November 18, 2005

My condolences to the family of Sarah. I worked with Sarah at Bloom High school she was a wonderful lady. I am so sorry for your loss.

Gary Zwolinski

November 18, 2005

You are in my prayers.

helen stella

November 18, 2005

Dear Mr. Johnson & Family,

My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you on the loss of your beloved wife and mother. I am truly sorry, my heart goes out to you. Mrs. Johnson was such a beautiful person inside and out. I remember her when she worked at Bloom. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God comfort you and give you strength in this time of sorrow. Remember that God is always closest to those with a "broken heart". God Bless You.

Greg Horak

November 18, 2005

Erick-

So sorry for your loss. Your mother was a very special lady. Tell all I said hello and God Bless You.

Horak

James Lale

November 18, 2005

I remember Mrs. Johnson as a very caring and nuturing person. My prayers and condolences go out to your family in your time of sorrow.

Diana "Dede" Anderson

November 18, 2005

My condolenscences to the family. Sarah was a great person. My prayers are with you Don, and the rest of the family. Give my regards to the Hirons family too.

Donna & Greg Zuidema

November 18, 2005

We were so sorry to hear about your loss. Whenever we listen to our "We Five" CD we think about playing bridge at your house, listening to all the "old" music! Our prayers and condolences go out to all of you.

Sheila Collins

November 18, 2005

I was very sorry to hear about Sarah. I worked with her at Bloom High School and we shared many laughs and gripes. We enjoyed many moments of bragging about our families, and I know how proud she was of her husband and children. My deepest sympathy to all of you.

Sharon Negri

November 18, 2005

My condolences on the loss of Sarah. She was probably the best example of a "lady" I ever met. I have missed working with her over the past few years.

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