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Kathy graduated from Alameda High School where she was an all American varsity swimmer, cheerleader and homecoming queen. After high school she attended Modesto Jr College then earning a Bachelor of Science degree and California lifetime teaching credential from California State University. While attending college Kathy was a life guard at Strawberry Canyon Recreation area at the University of California Berkeley. After college Kathy became a school teacher for Alameda School District then latter teaching at The Children Leaning Center in Alameda. Kathy enjoyed giving back to the community as a volunteer for many years at John Muir hospital in Walnut Creek.
She is the loving wife of 50 years to Jay Johnson and loving mother to their son Christopher and daughters Lindsey and Ashley Johnson. Her brother Robert "Bob" Giomi, father Aldo and mother Elefteria "Terri" Giomi preceded her in death.
The Family and friends that she leaves behind are much richer for being part of her life.
Kathy had a great love for animals and would like donations made in her name to your favorite animal shelter.
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Hugh Tebault
June 20, 2025
A wonderful friend in school. My prayers for her family.
Ron Coffman
May 25, 2024
Kathy graduated from Alameda High School a year before me. I was blessed with the pleasure and privilege to meet her while she was attending college in Modesto.
Despite all the awards she earned in high school she always kept herself so admirably grounded by her remarkably humble character, never allowing herself to fall prey to conceit or acting superior to others. She always conducted herself with such dignity and virtue, respected people´s feelings and because of her sheer kindness, gentle nature and spirit, genuinely treated others with the utmost consideration and thoughtfulness.
Through letters she generously shared with me her much-appreciated college experiences, wisdom and guidance from which I gained insights that immensely helped me get through my first year in college. Her words were cheerful and upbeat and she inspired and encouraged me to embrace a new chapter of my life with optimism for the future. She was so exceptionally graceful, charming and delightful in every way, and whose gift of friendship I cherished.
It has been said that you may never remember all that another has said or done to you, but you will never forget the way that person made you feel. I will always remember Kathy for having been that incredibly-wonderful person who so positively impacted my life and made it better.
May her radiant smile continue to brighten Heaven.
Diane Forrester
May 19, 2024
Diane Forrester
May 19, 2024
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Diane Forrester
May 19, 2024
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May 19, 2024
Kathy and I were roommates at Modesto Junior College. We were dear friends in contact for over 50 years. I was in her wedding and she in mine. She was a beautiful person and will be eternally missed.
Renate Braun Hart
May 16, 2024
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May 16, 2024
Renate Braun Hart
May 16, 2024
Kathy and I were good friends in high school. She was one of my bridesmaid's in my 1970 wedding in Alameda. I have been looking for her for years and am so saddened by this news.
Neptune Society of Northern California
May 6, 2024
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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