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Shirley Johnson Obituary
Shirley L. Johnson, 73, of Trail, Ore., died at home on Tuesday, November 10, 2009. She was born to John and Melba Bartle in Grants Pass, Ore. on September 17, 1936. She married Howard Johnson, Jr. in 1951, and the couple had four children. She worked at the Medford Wal-Mart until her retirement. She enjoyed working in her yard and especially loved her rhododendrons. She loved being with her kids, grandkids and great-grandkids and getting to do so many things with them. When she had extra time, she and Howard would go to the casino and she would always say her luck was better than Howards.
She is survived by her husband, Howard, her children; John, of Eagle Point; Ronnie, of Trail; Debbie, of Spokane, and Teresa and husband Tom, of Spokane; grandchildren, Mike, Matt and Ronnie Johnson, Sara Mason, Ronaka Ballinger, Amanda Hicks, Crystal Millien and Abby Taylor; and eleven great-grandchildren.
Arrangements are by Abbey Funeral.
Memories and Condolences
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Debbie Millien
December 10, 2009
Mom It has been a month today since we lost you there is not a minute I don't think about you.You are missed so much.We all know that you are in alot better place and not in pain anymore.Even that you are gone your memories will always be in our minds forever and ever.We all love and miss you Mom
November 30, 2009
Mom I just want to let you know how much we all miss you I still think when my phone rings it will be you.Even that I know you are in a better place and knowing you are not in the pain you where when you left.I feel lucky to have a mother as strong and such a hard worker as you.We all know you made our family what we are today.And you will always be in our hearts and prayers.Love you MOM
Ronaka Ballinger
November 29, 2009
Gram- Although you will be missed greatly, our family feels so lucky to have such a wonderful guardian angel such as yourself. I will never forget how lucky I was and still am to have such a wonderful woman as my grandma. As for now I think of you as being on a long vacation and when its time for each of us to go we will join you. Love you Grammi.
Crystal Millien
November 18, 2009
I can't begin to express how much we will all miss Gram, but I'm trying to focus on her legacy that lives on in all those she touched in her long and full life. I feel blessed to follow in the footsteps of a woman as strong, stubborn, and hard-working. I'm thankful right now to have a family that is strong, stubborn, and dedicated enough to live up to her example.
Amanda Hicks
November 17, 2009
Gram~ I know your place in heaven has to have a GREAT view because you're telling God,
I need to keep an eye on a few!!!=)
You will always be in our hearts and mind, and I will miss you so very much my sweet yet tough as nails Grammy.
November 15, 2009
Dear Howard and Family----My neice Linda Hutchens notified me today of Shirley's death-
My heart and love go out to all of you as I know you loved her very much as she loved each of you--may this continue in your hearts as well.
Sincerely, Jerry Bartle & Family
Matthew Johnson
November 13, 2009
Although it is hard to accept that Gram is gone, I know that she is as strong as ever and is telling Grambobo, Peter, Chuck and Jason, how much we miss them and how much we love them. It was her time and I am glad that her family let her do it on her terms, God Bless everyone that was there with her in her last days. Part of me regrets not being there, but I know I did what Gram wanted me to do. I can't wait to join my family in a celebration of her life, please keep her in your prayers.
Sheila (Nelmes) Schunk
November 13, 2009
Pa, Johnny, Ronnie, Deb and Teresa,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Gram will be missed so much. She is now your guardian angel. Mike, Jen, Ashley, and Mike cherish your memories forever. She will live on in them. I love and miss all of you.
garry smith
November 13, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
November 13, 2009
Junior, Johnny Dale, Ronnie,Debbie and Teresa: I am so sorry to hear about Shirley. I will never forget how kind you all were when I lost my folks and I know how much this hurts. You are all in my prayers. Love, Linda (Bartle) Hutchens
Don Jamie McWhorter
November 13, 2009
We are sorry for your loss, it is one of the hardest things to find the right words for. God bless and keep her and all of you as well.
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