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Col. Lois A. Johns,
US Army (Ret.)
Col. Lois A. Johns, US Army (Ret.), age 84, passed away on Sunday, August 14, 2011. After graduation from West High School, Cleveland, Ohio in 1944; she attended Ohio State University School of Nursing and received her BScN, December 1948; attended Ohio State University School of Nursing College of Education, received BscEd, June 1950; MScN, August 1957 from Francis Payne Bolton School of Nursing; MScN, August 1966 from the University of Utah College of Education and where she also achieved her PhD, June 1967. Col. Johns entered the US Army Reserves in August 1950 and gained active duty status in June 1960. She retired with the rank of Colonel from Fort Sam Houston, TX in April 1980. She received the following military awards during her service with the military: Armed Forces Reserve Medal X yr Device, Vietnam Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Meritorious Service Medal, Military Unit Citation (1OLC), National Defense Service Medal, Legion of Merit, Republic of Vietnam Cross Gallantry with Palm, Republic of Vietnam Campaign Medal. One of her most cherished awards was the "A" prefix award given to Col. Johns for her expertness in field from the American Academy of Nursing. She also received the 'Outstanding Alumni Award' from the Ohio State University College of Nursing. Among the many professional memberships she was associated with, were the American Nurses' Association, Texas Nurses Association, San Antonio Nurses Association, Sigma Theta Tau International, Ohio State University College of the Alumni Association, Army Nurse Corps Association; Veterans of Foreign Wars, Disabled American Veterans, The American Legion, Vietnam Veterans of America, American Military Society, Ohio State University Alumni Association, Inc., The Fiesta Commission and The San Antonio Conservation Society. She was a big contributor to the education of the children of the Native American community and enjoyed receiving many pictures and thank you notes from the students as they progressed in their education. Col. Johns is preceded in death by her parents Charles and Marjorie Johns. She is survived by her beloved life partner, Marilyn Becher; numerous cousins; her treasured dogs, Mandy and Scooby; and many wonderful friends and neighbors. Col. Johns left her impression on all those she encountered throughout her life ~ she will be deeply missed.
GRAVESIDE SERVICE
WITH FULL MILITARY HONORS
MONDAY
AUGUST 29, 2011
11:30 A.M.
FORT SAM HOUSTON
NATIONAL CEMETERY
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Kidney Foundation, 1919 Oakwell Farms Parkway, Suite 135, San Antonio, TX 78739 or to the American Diabetes Association, 8610 N. New Braunfels, Suite 400, San Antonio, TX 78217.
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August 31, 2011
I worked at Ft Sam Houston Commissary from DEC.1981 until Sept. 28th 2002. I met Col. Johns during that period, it was always such a pleasure to see her and talk to her for a few minutes. She will be very much missed. God Bless all her family and friends both human and animal, Roxy L. Bayer
August 29, 2011
Lois was a awesome woman, she was opinionated but spoke her feelings with conviction...she always asked how the family was doing, her random acts of kindness were appreciated by many .we are going to miss her. much love and prayers to you marilyn,who took wonderful care of her all these years... jim and kris miller
Jerry Kayne
August 28, 2011
A friend, who always asked about the status of my sons and their growing family. I will miss her enthusiasm and cheeriness.
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