Gloria Jean Johnson
We celebrate the life of Gloria Jean Swofford-Johnson.
Born May 20,1930, at her family home in Brentwood, MO to Leola Cecilia Henderson-Swofford and Jesse L. Swofford.
Gloria joined her love ones that have passed before her on March 29,2018.
Married Roy B. Johnson April 8, 1950. They celebrated 58 Years together until Roy’s death January 27,2009.
Preceded in death by sisters Beverly E. Russell (James E. Russell) and Dolores M. Raish (Paul Raish).
Survived by daughter Donna J. Crump (Dennis C. Crump deceased) and son Steven R. Johnson.
Grandchildren Gregory C. Crump, (Allison), Geoffrey C. Crump, (Natalie) and Steven Jason Johnson (Crystal).
Great-grandchildren Augustus “Gus” Crump, Frances J. Crump, Lucille J. Crump, Lucille C. Grant and Jason R. Johnson. Plus one more little Crump to arrive in July, and a host of nephews and nieces.
Retired from McGraw Hill Book Publishing after 21 years. But she really didn’t retire. She worked for Standard Neon Company a few years and then worked over 10 Years as a grocery clerk at a small market in Granite City, Ill.
She had the energy of a superwoman. Always ready to make people around her happy. She knew many and was loved by all. She was a 35 year survivor of bilateral breast cancer.
Many Thanks to St Andrew’s at Francis Place Skilled Nursing Facility in Eureka, Mo for all the loving care she received the past year and a half.
A private gathering will be determined at a latter date.
Please remember Gloria fondly. She will be greatly missed.
I will always have a smile on my face when I remember your mom… she always was smiling and laughing! She would scurry around the room. . so energetic! Such a tiny woman we couldn’t find her in a crowd….especially when she didn’t want to be found!! I know the last couple of years was hard for Gloria, you ,and Steve too. Love to all….
How I loved Gloria and Roy, so many precious memories. I am glad I had them as adult role models at an important time in my life. Thank you Donna & Steve for the lovely memorial. Shirley
My sincere sympathy to your families. I pray you find comfort in knowing that your Mother is with our Lord and all those gone before us. Cherish those precious memories. My mom and dad truly loved your mom and dad and I am pleased they stayed in touch through all their years. We were blessed with some of the best.
What a lovely tribute to a well loved MOM, Gramma, Auntie and friend.