Mary Jean Johnson

Mary Jean Johnson obituary, Wausau, WI

Mary Jean Johnson

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Mary Johnson Obituary

Visit the Helke Funeral Home and Cremation Service website to view the full obituary.

Mary Johnson, age 84, passed away on December 7, 2025.

Mary was born in Wausau, WI to Myron and Mildred (Liese) Breitenstein. Mary married David Johnson of Wausau, Wisconsin in 1963 in Wausau WI. She worked at Fleet Farm for 20 years. She was a kind and gentle soul with a contagious smile and dedicated her life to loving and caring for her children.

She enjoyed visiting the local dogs on her walks and they enjoyed the treats they received. Mary also looked forward to having lunch and shopping with Karen every week as a stop that usually included the pet store to see the latest puppy. She was also known for her home made pizzas. Mary also enjoyed spending time with family and friends. She enjoyed fishing with her son Kevin.

Mary is survived by her husband David Johnson, (2) Children: Kevin (Louise) Johnson, Karen (Thomas) Weidman. and many other nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents,

Celebration of life will be held on Saturday December 20, 2025, 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM at Chatterbox.


To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

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302 Spruce St, Wausau, WI 54401

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Celebration of Life

12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Chatterbox Bar

102 S 2nd Ave, Wausau, WI 54401

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