Delores Elaine Johnson
Friday, October 16, 1936
Date of Death:
Wednesday, December 26, 2018
Age:
82 years old
Visitation
Date: Wednesday January 02, 2019
Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location: River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home [ view map ]
Second Visitation
Date: Thursday January 03, 2019
Time: 9:00 am - 10:00 am
Location: Christ United Methodist Church [ view map ]
Funeral Service
Date: Thursday January 03, 2019
Time: 10:00 am
Location: Christ United Methodist Church [ view map ]
Burial
Location: Oakwood Cemetery
Friday, October 16, 1936
Date of Death:
Wednesday, December 26, 2018
Age:
82 years old
Friday, October 16, 1936
Date of Death:
Wednesday, December 26, 2018
Age:
82 years old
Delores Elaine Johnson
Delores Elaine Johnson passed away Wednesday, December 26, 2018 at Samaritan Bethany Nursing Home.
Delores was born to Peter and Grace (Reemts) Loger on October 16, 1936 in Ash Creek, MN. She spent her early years on a farm by Ellsworth, MN. She attended country school until 1946 when her parents moved to a farm near Magnolia. She graduated from Magnolia High School in 1954.
She married Darold L. Johnson at First Presbyterian Church in Luverne, MN on September 18, 1960. In 1966, they moved to Rochester where he was in the Federal Aviation Agency until his death in 1990. Delores was employed as a lab technician at Mayo Clinic for 20 years until retirement.
Delores was a member of Christ United Methodist Church. She enjoyed live theatre, reading, knitting, traveling, counted cross stitch, and attending all of her grandchildren’s activities.
She is survived by her three children, Todd (Brenda) Johnson of Chatfield, Terry (Barb) Johnson of Kasson, and Tracy Liedl of Rochester; and three grandchildren, Annaliese, Khendra and Kollin Johnson.
She was preceded in death by her husband and grandchild, Darryn Liedl.
A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, January 3, 2019 at Christ United Methodist Church with Rev. Nancy Wheeler Handlon officiating. Visitation will be from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 2 in the River Park Chapel at Macken Funeral Home and one hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday. Burial will be at Oakwood Cemetery.
Condolences
The family of Delores Elaine Johnson has received the following condolences.
Tracy,Todd, and Terry- you have my deepest sympathy in the loss of your Mother- we worked together at a medical clinic in Luverne in the early 60's and had so much fun together- if I can locate it I have a picture of your mom standing outside the clinic and will send it to one of you if you provide me with an address- I had coffee with your mom a couple years ago in Luverne- Tracy was there too- it was over a Memorial Day week end and she had had a slight stroke at that time and used a walker- I was an attendant at your parents wedding also- I visited her in Sioux Falls before their move to Rochester- all of you and your extended families are in my thoughts and prayers- may God comfort you at this difficult time- Love and prayers, Isabell Biever 715 SW Park St Luverne MN 56156
Delores, DJ as we called her will be sorely missed by all of the Lab Girls. She was one of the SWEETEST, KINDEST LADIES I've ever known and it was an honor to call her my friend!
Terry,
I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Andrew
Terry and Family,
So sorry to hear of your loss... Having lost parents myself in the past I know there is nothing that someone else can really say. Do know that my heart goes out to you, and I pray that you find comfort in the Love you shared through the years, and the hope of eternal life we have in our Savior's promises.
- Jim Osterman
Dear Traci,
I am so sorry and surprised by the death of your mom and our friend here on 6 CV . I will remember always her mischievousness and her delightful smile and sense of humor. There is a void we are all feeling. My sincerest sympathy to you and your brothers.
Fondly,
Jeanne Walentiny
Terry and Brenda,
I sent an earlier message although I miss read it and realized it was your mom Terry. My message you is in a previous e-mail.
Your mother looked like a sweet lady and as i said before, hold on to all those precious memories and she will be in your forever.
Prayers and Hugs to your family
Julia
Brenda,
I just read about the passing of your mother and I wanted to send my sympathy. It's always hard to lose a parent but it seems as though when ones mother passes away it is like a history book of knowledge, as moms know everything and everyone. I know you were close to your mom and your family will dearly miss her. Just remember to hold on to all those Precious Memories that you shared with mom and she will be in your heart forever.
Prayers and Sympathy to you and your family.
Love you,
Julia
Terry, so sorry to hear of the loss of Delores. Judging from you and her picture, she must have been a warm and sweet person. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
i am so sorry for the loss of you mom. May God keep her in his glory and provide you and your family with all the comfort and love needed during this difficult time. My prayers and love. Lucy.
Terry,
We are so sorry for your loss. I hope you and your family are doing ok.
~Paul Tuchtenhagen
Terry,
I am saddened to hear of your loss. May fond memories of your mother bring you comfort during this time.
My heart goes out to you and your family.
-Tony
May she rest in peace and with the Lord now. Our prayers and thoughts go out to Terry and his family.
Terry,
I am so sorry to hear that your mother has passed away. She was a very kind and wonderful lady. I worked with her back in 1983 in the venipuncture lab. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Karen Idso