Audrey J. Johnson

Audrey JohnsonAudrey Johnson was born June 29, 1924, in Freeport, Illinois, and passed away peacefully on June 29, 2011, at her home in Lansing, Michigan, due to complications of Alzheimer’s disease.

Audrey was born in Freeport to Lenore Schneider and William H. O’Malia, Jr. and after her mother’s death, was raised by her father and stepmother, Bessie O’Malia.  On July 10, 1943, she married Rolland L. Johnson.  Audrey retired from Micro Switch in 1983 and, along with her husband, was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church for over 60 years.  Audrey and Rolland moved to Lansing, Michigan, in 2003 to be closer to their daughters and grandchildren.

Audrey was preceded in death by her mother; parents; beloved cousin, Louise Armagost; brother, Billy O’Malia; sister and brother-law, Dorothy and Lawrence Bordner; and niece, Mary.

Audrey is survived by her husband of 68 years, Rolland; children, Roger (Judy), Linda, Dale, Cynthia Slocum and Nancy (Gordon) Benjamin.  She was also the proud Grandma to, Brian (Rachael) and Timothy (Kelly), Krista (Tom) and Kimberly (James), Matthew (Jessica) and Michelle (Jared); and Great-Grandma to Ella and Noah, Brenna, Uriah and Bella and Henry, who was born on July 21, 2011.

Audrey will be remembered for her devotion to family and friends, love of special occasions, big band music and hymns, walk with God, intelligence and wit, excellent driving skills, Irish ancestry and fondness for sweets.

Per her request, Audrey has been cremated and will be interred with Rolland, upon his death, in Cedarville, Illinois.  Audrey will be waiting with open arms and a big heart to welcome all of us to spend eternity with her and our Heavenly Father.

A Celebration of Audrey’s life will be held August 5, 2011, at 10:30 a.m., at Faith United Methodist Church in Lansing, Michigan.  Contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.

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Anonymous
July 31, 2011 at 1:50 am

I knew Audrey from church and know her family. She was a lady who meant so much to me! I still have cards and notes from her which expressed so much love and understanding, when I needed it most.
She was an instrument of God’s unconditional love. The love which everyone craves but does not necessarily “deserve.” I hope her family will see her real home is with Jesus because He taught her that everyone is welcome in God’s family. They just have to accept His sacrifice on the cross and share that eternal love with others, too. Even those we may not like. I know I will see her again in Heaven!
May all who grieve her loss find comfort and peace in memories and draw close to God~ as He will draw close to you, in your sadness.

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Bob and Regina Schulz
August 1, 2011 at 9:33 am

Roland:
We are sorry for your loss. Alzheimers is a cruel master. Regina still remembers your comments on her taking out PJ at home plate. I have been retired from Micro now for six years. Nothing is the same there.
Bob and Regina

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debbie lutz (entmeier)
August 3, 2011 at 5:57 pm

I remember all the fun we had working together at Micro Switch. We always called Audrey our second mom. She was the sweetest lady. Cindy I am sorry for your loss. Call me sometime 815-235-4725 or 815-541-5131. Deb

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Dale Johnson
June 2, 2014 at 9:47 am

She taught how to laugh, live, and love. Mom you are missed every day. Looking forward to the hug when I get there.

I love you Mom.

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