Florence Johnston

Florence Johnston ObituaryMrs. Florence (nee Lollar) Johnston, 87, peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 21, 2024, at Penrose Hospital in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Florence was born on March 23, 1937, in Myrtle, Mississippi, to John Carroll and Ocie Gladys (nee Christopher) Lollar.
As the youngest of eight children in a farming family, she learned the values of hard work and perseverance early on. After moving to Joliet, Illinois, she met and married Robert LaVerne Johnston on June 14, 1957. Together, they welcomed three children and made their way to the Colorado Springs area in 1972. Florence dedicated her career to serving others, working in the medical records department at St. Francis Hospital and various doctors' offices. Her deep faith in Jesus Christ was a source of strength, guiding her actions and interactions. Florence found joy in tending to her yard, playing Yahtzee, and sending thoughtful greeting cards to family members. She cherished family time and embraced the beauty of exploring Colorado. Her passion for history was showcased through her involvement in the Rocky Mountain Gunslingers.
Florence is survived by her three children, Patricia Welch of Pasco, Washington, Robin Johnston of Colorado Springs, Colorado, and David (Shereen) Johnston of Divide, Colorado. Additionally, she is lovingly remembered by five grandchildren, Richard (Dionne) Welch of Vancouver, Washington, Teresa (Archie) Coleman of West Richland, Washington, Nicole Welch of Roundup, Montana, and Liam and Seamus Johnston of Divide, Colorado, along with nine great-grandchildren, five great-great-grandchildren, and a multitude of nieces and nephews. Florence leaves behind a legacy of love, having been preceded in death by her beloved parents, husband; four brothers, Joe, William, Jay, and Robert; three sisters, Mamie, Mary, and Opal, and son-in-law Edward Welch.
Services will be held on Friday, January 10, 2025, at Blunt Mortuary, located at 2229 West Colorado Avenue, Colorado Springs, Colorado. Visitation is from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM, service from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM, followed by a graveside service at 1:00 PM at Fairview Cemetery, 1000 South 26th Street, Colorado Springs, Colorado.
A celebration of life will be held at Colorado Cowboys for Jesus Church, 11 North 22nd St, Colorado Springs, Colorado, on Saturday, January 11, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. This gathering will honor Florence's memory, sharing stories and the love she inspired in all of us. There will be no formal service, just fellowship.
Florence's service will be available on YouTube streaming January 10, 2025, from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM.
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Mrs. Florence (nee Lollar) Johnston, 87, peacefully went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on December 21, 2024, at Penrose Hospital in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Florence was born on March 23, 1937, in Myrtle, Mississippi, to John Carroll and Ocie Gladys (nee Christopher) Lollar.
As the youngest of eight children