Donna Mae Johnson

Donna Mae Johnson obituary, Charlotte, MI

Donna Mae Johnson

Donna Johnson Obituary

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Donna Mae (Sundstrom) Johnson passed away on February 12, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. She was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Leonard Johnson. They are now dancing together in heaven. Donna was a devoted mother to her children Cathy Roberts, Dan (Katherine) Johnson, Linda (David) Prevo, Tom Johnson and beloved grandmother and gigi to nine grandchildren and eight great grandchildren.
Donna graduated from Charlotte High school in 1950 where she was a cheerleader and a twirler in the band. She married the love of her life, Leonard, in October 1950 and began a life long commitment to building and maintaining her family, a value that she has instilled in all her children and grandchildren. Donna was new to farm life and quickly learned to cook, sew, garden, and created a beautiful and gracious home. She often expressed that the birth of her children changed her life and she took great joy in all their accomplishments.
Donna and Leonard enjoyed many years of travel in their motor home with family and friends. They were snowbirds in Arizona and had great fun with the lively group of friends that lived on their block. Donna was in a bridge club in Charlotte for more than 50 years and enjoyed playing the game wherever she was. She loved to be outdoors and had beautiful gardens. She collected things in nature and used them to create beauty in her home.
Donna delighted in fun and maintained a love of adventure and learning throughout her life. She appreciated all that life gave her. Donna often expressed how grateful she was to have lived a long life full of wonderful experiences with her loving family and friends. She had a life well lived and will be greatly missed. The family she created will continue with her love.
In keeping with the family's wishes cremation has taken place and a private family gathering will take place later this year.
Those desiring may make contributions in lieu of flowers to the American Cancer Society www.cancer.org
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206 West Lawrence Avenue, Charlotte, MI 48813

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