In loving memory of

Jolene Johnson
March 14, 1954 - February 13, 2009

Jolene Johnson, age 54, of 16 Park Dr. Northfield, Minnesota died on Friday, February 13, 2009, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota.
Funeral services were held at 1:30 PM Wednesday at the United Methodist Church in Buffalo Center with Pastor Shannon Pascual. Burial was at Graceland Cemetery in Buffalo Center.
Friends and family attended her visitation on Tuesday from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Winter Funeral Home, 414 First Street, Buffalo Center and also 1 hour before the service at the church.
Jolene Dearing was born March 14, 1954 in Buffalo Center, IA, the daughter of Willard and Dorothy (Miller) Dearing. She attended and graduated from Rake, IA High School. Jolene married Robert Johnson of Frost on August 28, 1982, at United Lutheran Church in Frost, MN.
Jolene (Jo) was a happy soul whom enjoyed all people, including all the children she cared for over the years at her home daycare. She loved to laugh and make others happy.
Jolene and Robert enjoyed going to International Falls, MN for deer hunting season and four wheeling. Jo loved to visit their children in the southern states, and enjoyed their trip to South Padre Island in Texas along with other various trips.
Jolene is survived by her husband Robert Johnson; two sons: Scott Johnson and wife Kim; and Chad Johnson; grandson Tyler Johnson; parents Willard and Dorothy Dearing; sister Joyce Ehrich; brother Ronald Dearing and wife Ginger; and many in-laws; nieces; nephews; aunts; uncles; cousins; and friends.

Tributes

Miriam (Hove) Klingbeil wrote on Mar 3, 2009:

"Jolene was a classmate of mine at Rake School. I remember slumber parties and lots of laughter. She was a kind and happy person that I always enjoyed being around. My prayers go out to her family as I am sure she will be greatly missed."

Tina Schlottman wrote on Feb 21, 2009:

"As you all know, I love Jo like a second mom! I will miss her always, as will my children and husband! I will continue to keep everyone in my prayers! I love you all! Tina, Mike, Matt, Maggie"

Karmel (Quame) Evans wrote on Feb 19, 2009:

"So sorry to hear of Jolene's passing. I have lost a husband and a father in the past two months and I know how much it hurts. But, I also know how much better off they are than us right now. They are free of the diseases that burdened them here on earth. For that we can be so happy for them. Of what I remember of Jolene through our years of school in Rake was her bubbly and ougoing personality. She always had a smile on her face and she loved life! She was a joy to be around. I'm sure that she is taking care of all the "angel babies" up there in heaven right now."

Sis wrote on Feb 18, 2009:

"I love you Joey, I am so going to miss you!!!"

Marla Noble wrote on Feb 18, 2009:

"You have my deepest sympathies. My memories of Jolene are of lots of smiles and a wonderful love of life. Marla (Pautz) Noble"

christie clarke wrote on Feb 18, 2009:

"To the Johnson Family- I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Jolene was a such a positive person and a wonderful day care provider for my daughter. It is sad knowing that she is no longer with us. I send my sincere condolences to your family."

Dennis Tikalsky wrote on Feb 18, 2009:

"Bob sorry to hear the passing of Jolene. My thoughts and prayer are with you and family members."

Amy Horan Stowe wrote on Feb 18, 2009:

"My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time. I was so sorry to read the news of Jolene's passing. It has been many years, but I worked with Jolene at Cannon Valley Vet. She was a kind soul, very supportive and nurturing. Peace your family. Amy (Horan) Stowe"

Sue Brighton wrote on Feb 17, 2009:

"Dear Bob & family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Jolene was such a wonderful person & always had a smile on her face. We worked together & I have fond memories of her. You & your family have my deepest sympathy."

John & Marlene Mueller wrote on Feb 17, 2009:

"Our thoughts are with you in this time of mourning."

Kathy Krull Clemens wrote on Feb 16, 2009:

"So sorry to hear of Jolene's death. I remeber riding the school bus with Jolene and Christy E. WE used to play together at each other's houses. Also remeber the wet springs we had in the 60's and we had to walk home from the school bus! She also had a smile on her face. Kathy (Krull) Clemens"

Bob and Verdene Stroebel Anderson wrote on Feb 16, 2009:

"Sincere Sympathy to Jolene's family. Treasure the memories they are a gift from God. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you in the days ahead, Peace to you, Bob and Verdene"

Sharron Hanson wrote on Feb 16, 2009:

"Dear Bob and family, Our sincere sympathy is extended to each of you. We hope to see you on Wednesday, Bob Mark and Sharron"