Mary Verona “Maryona” Johnson, of Miles City passed away on Sunday, March 17, 2019 at the Friendship Villa in Miles City at the age of 96.
Maryona was born in the rural area around Malta, Montana. She moved to southeastern Montana at an early age of 18. She resided in southeastern Montana the rest of her long life. She was a rancher and proprietor in and around Miles City. She married J.A. “Pinky” Perry Jr. in 1941 where they owned and operated the 20 Ranch on Rosebud Creek. They had two sons: George and J.A. Perry III. After “Pinky’s” death, she married Roy Johnson and had another son Richard “Dick” Johnson. After Roy passed, she met Lyle “Wildhorse” Cunningham whom she resided with until his death in Miles City.
Maryona is preceded in death by J.A. Perry Jr., Roy Johnson, Lyle Cunningham, George Perry and J.A. Perry III. She is survived by her son Richard “Dick” Johnson and several grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, March 23, 2019 at 1:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
1:00 p.m.
Saturday March 23, 2019
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
1:00 p.m.
Saturday March 23, 2019
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
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Dick Culver says
What a gal. RIP
Teresa Cox says
Saw the post by Nancy Fillapher. Sorry for you loss. God bless this family.
Teri Muggli says
It was a pleasure knowing you. Oh my ! Maryona the stories we could tell . Rest in peace ol’girl
Nancy Fillafer says
Maryona, Those we love don’t go away, They walk beside us every day, Unseen, Unheard, But always near still loved, Still missed & forever dear. Love, May you rest in peace, Nancy & your Grandson Jason Perry Harris.
Linda Walker says
Rest in peace my old friend.
Mike Schmitz says
You were one of a kind! Peace on your journey!
Ramona Christianson says
Oh, how I enjoyed the stories you shared. You were one of a kind Maryona!
Barb beeler says
She will be dearly missed. I will miss your Infecrious laugh and all your stories. RIP lady.
MARGO HELLICKSON says
What a delightful lady and the stories she told, as well as advice given. She truly was a treasure and a gem. You have earned your angel wings Maroyona. Fly free lady.
Ken Minow says
To Rosebud and the rest of Maryona’s family: My sincerest condolences upon your loss.Maryona was true pioneer stock and a wonderful personality. Ken Minow
Barbara Loumer says
I cared for Maryona when she was living at Eagle’s Manor. She was a joy to spend time with.
Joan Leinwand says
Sending my condolences to Maryona’s family.
James L Arneson says
One of a kind Lady, RIP.
Doug Mikkelsen says
Sure was great knowing you Maryona ! Best damn sourdough pancakes a cowboy could ever want ! Sat at your table with Wildhorse many a times . And the time you had to introduce me to everyone in Parkers ! So Norrine Linderman and I sang em all some honky tonk songs ! I cant make it up to your service , but I do promise to visit !
Julie Stephens says
Dick,
What a life well lived! You must have a million great memories.
It’s never easy – even when it’s there time…
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
(your old friend and neighbor)
Susan Morgan says
Dick,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. Aunt Maryona was one of kind. Hope to see you at Cherri and David’s this summer.
love to you – Susan
Paula Arion says
I remember you wearing your long dresses to work at Walmart. “Madam ” you were years ago. You will be in Heaven with Gina, Dale,several others.
Dianna Nees says
Dick and family
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Aunt Maryona was a great and wonderful lady. I have many great memories of my time with her. Much love to you. Hope to see you at Cherri and Dave’s this summer.
Dianna and family
Dick johnson says
Thank You everyone for your thoughts and prayers. She was a Grand person and even a better Mom. She is Flying High to a better place.
Susan Stabelfeldt says
Dick,
I just saw where your Mom passed. My condolences to you. She was a great lady. Lots of memories from when we were kids
Susan
Jason Perry says
She was one bright soul,
Everytime I would visit her she was always so lit up in her eyes she would just hold my hand and tear up a little everytime. Greatly missed and left me with so many questions unanswered. She is flyine higher than any of us coule ever imagine.
Her biological grandson.
Blood is thick.
Much love.
Jason.