Sue Ella Johnson, 75

Sue Ella Johnson, 75, passed away peacefully at her home in Whitefish, surrounded by family on June 14, 2023. She was born to the late Osborne Francis and Jennie Mae Francis (Simmons) on November 5, 1947 in Prineville, Oregon.

She will always be remembered for her determination, strength of character and love of family. Even after fighting cancer for six years, she never lost her positive, happy nature.

She enjoyed adventure, traveling with friends and growing flowers, minus the weeding. She also enjoyed watching her grandchildren’s activities, especially the sporting events.

She was the glue that held her family together, organizing family reunions, get togethers and making full sit-down dinners, including homemade bread.

Although she was very independent, she always had time to help others and enjoyed sewing, cross stitching and making special things for those she loved. In her spare time, she also enjoyed going out for a game of bowling, dancing the two-step with her husband, and playing pinochle.

She attended the Whitefish Assembly of God Church since 2018.

She is preceded in death by her parents, and two sisters.

She is survived by her loving husband of 57 years, Allen “Sonny” Johnson. Her children, Cindy Johnson, Kari Ratz and her husband Jon, David Johnson and his wife Shelly. Nine grandchildren, 4 great grandchildren, 8 siblings. Numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Sue's memorial service will take place at 11 a.m. July 1, at Whitefish Assembly of God Church, 150 Lamb Lane, Whitefish, Montana 59937.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made payable to www.stjude.org. To send online condolences for Sue, please visit her tribute page at www.austinfh.com.