Judy A. Johnson, 81, of Mulberry Grove, IL, passed away at 3:22 AM, Friday, October 20, 2023 at her home, surrounded by family.
Per Judy’s wishes, cremation rites will be accorded. A Celebration of Life will be held from 1:00-2:30 PM, Sunday, October 29, 2023 at the 8th Day Venue, Vandalia. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Fayette County Cancer Fund or Warrior Nation Cancer Foundation. Online condolences can be expressed at www.hohltandfilefh.com or cards may be mailed to 156 IL Route 140, Mulberry Grove, IL 62262.
Judy Ann Provines was born on September 13, 1942 in Clinton, IL, the daughter of Robert Finley & Anna Louise (Reeser) Provines. She married the love of her life, Thomas Clowers Johnson on November 20, 1960. Together they celebrated nearly 63 years of marriage.
Judy had many interests in life. She was the bookkeeper and was considered the best truck driver on the family farm. Earlier in life, she was a dental assistant for Dr. Ervin and a waitress at Robin’s Restaurant in Vandalia, IL.
She enjoyed traveling, spending time with her friends, and cooking. She has written a cookbook with the family favorites. She spent years working on her family genealogy, but she most cherished the time spent with her family.
She is survived by her husband, Tom Johnson of Mulberry Grove; son, Mark Johnson & wife Lori of Shobonier; daughter, Pamela Johnson & Paul Purseglove of Mulberry Grove; brother, Robert “Wynn” Provines & wife Sarah of FL; sisters, Sheril Blomgren of FL and Rhonda Provines of Vandalia; grandchildren, Jeanette Oberlink, Bryan Johnson & wife Crystal, Mitch Johnson & wife Sarah, and Marty Johnson & wife Kinzie; great-grandchildren, Jacob Johnson, Braxton Oberlink, Hunter Johnson, Connor Johnson, Brayden Oberlink, Mason Johnson, Hayden Johnson, Savannah Johnson, Hallie Johnson, Gavin Johnson, and Maddox Johnson.
Judy was preceded in death by her parents and infant grandson, Brady Lynn Johnson.
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