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BETTY JOHNSON Obituary

JOHNSON--Betty Wold. The Board and Staff of Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts is saddened by the passing of Betty Wold Johnson. An extraordinary woman and philanthropist committed to ensuring access to the arts for all, Mrs. Johnson's longtime support of Live From Lincoln Center brought joy and inspiration to millions across the country. We extend our deepest sympathies to Mrs. Johnson's family and friends. Katherine Farley, Chair Henry Timms, President and CEO Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts

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Published by New York Times on May 12, 2020.

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Cherie L Fiel

June 21, 2020

I met Betty when I was a waitress at Chubby's. She loved the turkey burgers and egg salad. Both her and her husband we very down to earth kind people. My deepest condolences to her family

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June 4, 2020

Betty was a lovely lady. We send our condolences to the family.

John Manship

May 26, 2020

Betty was a very good friend for me starting in the mid 60s when I worked for her mother Mrs Wold and has continued ever since. It was a treasure to find the little distinctive envelopes in the mail box with a hand written note from Betty. I still have them. I am grateful knowing a quiet wonderful person for all those years.

Judy Taplin

May 17, 2020

I did not know your Mother, but I felt like I did, because of her and your families generosity to Bethesda Hospital. I worked there for nearly 39 years and am working on the History/Archives for Bethesda and your Mother/family support shows up in very many ways. Thank you for your generous support and helping to make Bethesda the wonderful Hospital that it is.

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Roslyn Dashiell

May 15, 2020

What a lovely tribute to a lovely person.

Ellen Veden

May 15, 2020

I met Betty on several occasions when I was a member of the Arts and Business Council in NYC. She was warm, friendly, down to earth and passionate about the arts when we had a common interest in the NYC Opera and Lincoln Center. Several years later we met on the promenade at Lincoln Center and she not only remembered me by name but the fact that my Mom was from Minnesota and a gophers fan! I loved her spirit and curiosity about life! she will be fondly remembered by all ❤

May 15, 2020

Such a tragic loss.

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Simone Taylor

May 12, 2020

No one can prepare you for a loss; it comes like a swift wind. However, take comfort in knowing God is with you and your family lean on him in your time of need. Please accept my most heartfelt condolences.

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