Mary Ann Johnson, wife of Ted L. Johnson, passed away suddenly at her home of 69 years at the Ranch on Big Porcupine Creek, Saturday, April 11, 2015. She was born November 6, 1924 to William and Melvina (Jackson) Kennedy in Rosebud, MT.
She lived at the Porcupine Ranch on Little Porcupine Creek and attended the first grade at age 5, at the Draper School with Erma Polly as her school teacher. Later Mary Ann attended Forsyth Public Schools, graduating from Forsyth High School in 1941, at age 16.
Mary Ann worked as a telephone operator and later for MDU as a bonded secretary. She was united in marriage to Ted Johnson on December 22, 1946 in Forsyth. To this union they had three sons: Gary, Ron, and Dan. Together, they made their home on the ranch where they raised cattle and sheep for many wonderful years. Mary Ann was a devoted wife and mother. She took pride in her house and feeding anybody that Ted or her boys brought home. She cooked many splendid meals for the holidays and for her family and neighbors. Some of her signature dishes were pies, cinnamon rolls, and cookies. Mary Ann always had a large supply on hand for her grandchildren. She was renowned as a very fine cook. She loved to knit and knitted many afghans, socks, mittens, and sweaters for her family and grandchildren. Ted wore his famous red sweater for years and was always known to have it on.
Mary Ann was a lifelong member of Concordia Lutheran Church where she and Ted were confirmed together. She taught Vacation Bible School for many years and she enjoyed reading the Bible and her favorite Bible verses daily.
She is survived by her three sons: Gary (Mona), Ron, and Dan (Mary Ann); five grandchildren: Kristy (Robert) Majerus, Andrew (Kyla) Johnson, Barbara Johnson, Bruce Johnson, and Dennis Johnson; three great-grandchildren: Hadley and Caleb Johnson, and Zoey Majerus; her nephew Brian (Betty) Rolston; and her cousin Lavina Edgell. She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Ted of 49 years, and her older sister Ruth.
Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the Concordia Lutheran Church.
A visitation will be held at Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home Thursday, April 16, 2015 from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm with family to receive friends from 4-6:00 pm. A funeral service will be held at 2:00 pm Friday, April 17, 2015 at Concordia Lutheran Church in Forsyth. A graveside service will follow at the Forsyth Cemetery. Following the burial, a meal will be served in the reception room of Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home.
Service Schedule
Visitation
10 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday April 16, 2015
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Ln.
Forsyth, MT 59327
Funeral Service
2:00 PM
Friday April 17, 2015
Concordia Lutheran Church
307 N. 8th Ave.
Forsyth, MT 59327
Graveside Service
Following the Funeral
Friday April 17, 2015
Forsyth Cemetery
Forsyth, MT 59327
Luncheon
after the burial
Friday April 17, 2015
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Ln.
Forsyth, MT 59327
Service Schedule
Visitation
10 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday April 16, 2015
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Ln.
Forsyth, MT 59327
Funeral Service
2:00 PM
Friday April 17, 2015
Concordia Lutheran Church
307 N. 8th Ave.
Forsyth, MT 59327
Graveside Service
Following the Funeral
Friday April 17, 2015
Forsyth Cemetery
Forsyth, MT 59327
Luncheon
after the burial
Friday April 17, 2015
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
245 Westwind Ln.
Forsyth, MT 59327
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Tammy Pecha/Mallett Family says
So sorry for your loss.You are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Simmons Family says
To all the Johnson families,
May you all be blessed with wonderful memories of mom and grandma in this time of loss. May God bless each of you, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Pam (Moths) Nisley & Dave Nisley says
Praying for comfort for all of you~ She leaves a fine family to carry on the legacy.
Peggy Redman and Earl Mortensen says
To Mary Ann’s family,
Earl joins me in sending heartfelt condolences to you in this time of sorrow. We pray you will find comfort in knowing others care, and are thinking of, and praying for you at this difficult time. May warm memories help soften your sorrow, and may faith help you face each tomorrow.
Rick & Dee Abbott says
Dear family of Mary Ann:
You have our sincerest prayers for comfort and peace during your time of grief. Hold tight to your sweet memories of those great smells from Mary Ann’s kitchen, etc.
Pam Beardsley says
To Mary Ann’s family,
My deepest sympathies to all of you. She was a wonderful lady who raised a terrific family with great values. Cherrish your memories of her each day knowing how much she loved each and every one of you. God be with you in this of sorrow.
Martha Crandall says
Sorry to hear about Mary Ann. It’s never easy.
Mary & Fred Wambolt says
Ron, Kristy & Andrew (and family of Mary Ann), we are sorry to hear about your mom/grandma! She was a sweet lady and we loved the times we got to spend with her. You are all in our prayers that you will find comfort in your faith and your special memories!
Deb Bartholomew says
Gary & Mona; Ron; and Dan & Mary Ann and Families:
I am sorry to hear of your loss. Always remember “When A Loved One Becomes A Memory That Memory Becomes A Treasure”. She will always be a Treasure in your hearts and never forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Penny Pulver Teeters says
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of the Johnson Family.
Morris & Mae Ware says
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with each and every one of you. Keep all your wonderful memories with you every day and share them with each other. Heaven needed an Angel and what a wonderful one he picked this time.
Deb & Bob Hagemeister says
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your families.
Deb (Moths) Schmeling says
Dear Johnson Family,
May God wrap His loving arms around each one of you during this time. Remember all the memories that she has left behind.
harold & belva arvik says
To the Johnson family–Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you. Although we did not know Mary Ann, we know each of you and the wonderful legacy she left. Hugs to all of you. Keep the memories alive,. God Bless.