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Connie Johnson Obituary

Johnson, Connie A. (nee Gebbia), age 79, of Morton Grove, formerly of Skokie, loving mother of Larry (Nancy), Robert (Carol) and Beth (Mark) Johnson and Judy (Izzy) Burnstein, dear grandmother of six, cherished great-grandmother of four, fond sister of Yolanda (the late Thomas) Oakson, the late Elvera Hopkins and Evelyn (Joe) Ripoli. Visitation Tuesday, 3 to 9 p.m., with prayer service at 7:30 p.m., at Haben Funeral Home & Crematory, 8057 Niles Center Rd., Skokie. Cremation private. Donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or to the charity of your choice. Funeral info 847-673-6111.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Sep. 2 to Sep. 4, 2007.

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Krista Hood

September 5, 2007

Gram,
It's still so very hard to imagine that I will never again feel the embrace of your hugs, never read the humor in your cards and letters, never hear the sarcasm in your voice and that I am left to the memories of all the wonderful qualities that make you the wonderful gram that you are. What a blessing for me that I have a treasure chest full of wonderful memories. Thank you so much for the love and support, kindness and generosity that you have given to Brian, Tony, Lauren and I over the years. Your love for us all has been unconditional as it was for so many. Your life journey has been such an inspiration to me and I am so very proud of all that you have accomplished in your time here. As a Christian woman, I know, however, that where you are today is a much more beautiful place and that you are happier now than you have ever been. The life you are living now is one without pain and suffering, without struggle and fight, without hardship and hardwork; splendor, glory, love and peace are yours at last and if ever there was anyone who deserved to be truly at rest, it is you. You have spent all of your living days caring for, loving, helping, holding and nurturing all of us and now it is time for our Glorious Father to do those things for you.
With all my love, Gram, until we are together again..I truly thank you for all that you have taught me over the years and the precious memories that you leave with me to hold near and dear to my heart - give everyone a hug and kiss for me.. Kris

Lauren Hood

September 5, 2007

hey gram its lauren i love you so much im glad i got to see you and that i was touched by your love.it's gonna take a while to heal but i'll be ok. i know that youre here with you spirits. your love will carry on with me through the years and i will miss your hugs.youre my hero gram and will always be. i love you gram, and forever will!

Sandy Blume

September 5, 2007

Having lost my mother I know what you are all going through. Connie can be so proud of all of you and your accomplishments. Amazing what one small woman did with her time on earth. Cherish your memories and she will never be gone.

Ron Johnson

September 5, 2007

Larry And Nancy...our prayers and condolences on your loss.

Crystal Osborn

September 5, 2007

Judy, my heart is with you and your family during this difficult time. My prayer for you and your family that God will see you thru this. Crystal Osborn

Julie Ely

September 5, 2007

Judy and family,
My prayers and thoughts are with you right now.
Julie

Randy Ziffren

September 4, 2007

Dear family of Connie: Connie was such a sweet lady and what a warrior. We knew her through her visits to Marc and Beth's home. Please accept our sympathies. Bobbie and Randy Ziffren

Willie Goodlow

September 4, 2007

Judy....She is with God and Happy
God is with you now, You be Happy.
Love Willie Goodlow

LEA FANNING

September 4, 2007

I'M SORRY TO HEAR OF THE LOSS OF YOUR MOTHER. YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN MY PRAYERS.

Charlotte Keel

September 4, 2007

Judy and Family...
I am so sorry to learn of your Mother's death. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you.

Barbara Peters

September 4, 2007

Dear Family of Connie,

Connie was a wonderful and thoughtful person. I had the privilege of working with her for a number of years. She will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Elaine Call

September 4, 2007

Judy and Family....Please know that you are in my prayers. I offer my deepest sympathy and love.

September 3, 2007

Shonnie and Ken Johnson

September 2, 2007

We have always marveled at Connie's strengths, determination, resiliency and love of people and life!. They say that often the best gifts come in small packages. That would describe her well! We know that she was deeply loved and respected by many, and has left us all with wonderful memories! She was certainly a great sister-in-law! And hard as it is to lose her, we know she is now at peace. Love and prayers to the rest of the family!
Ken and Shonnie

Gary & Candyce Crouch

September 2, 2007

Larry,Nancy and family our sincere sympathy is with you in the loss of your mother.

SAM & EILEEN ARCURI

September 2, 2007

YOLANDA & FAMILY
SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT CONNIE. KNOW
THAT YOU & ALL THE FAMILY ARE IN OUR
THOUGHTS & PRAYERS. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AT THIS DIFFICULT TIME.
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY.

Larry and Andrea Norris

September 2, 2007

My deepest sympathy to Larry, Nancy and your entire family for your loss. May you find peace and healing knowing that Connie is home in the arms of our Lord. God bless you and your family.

Danny Burnstein

September 2, 2007

RIP Gram, I love u so much. We will be ok, it will take alot of time, but i promise we will. You are in such a better place gram. I am just so glad that you did not suffer at all. I dont even think it has hit me yet, i just have not seen someone go right before my eyes and holding my hand and that i love very much. I am so glad that you waited for me to get here to chicago so see you and tell you how much i love you gram. I will watch over mom, and she will be ok. Keep a good eye on us. Now i have a lovely guardian angel. I love you so much! Words dont even describe the love i have for you. But the word, "LARGER", i will never forget. I love you so much. RIP GRAM, I will see you again one day. I love you.

September 2, 2007

You fought so hard for such a long time. How exhausted you were. Rest in Peace now Mama. I love you lots. CRS, huh?

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