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Jean Johnson Obituary

Johnson, Jean I. (nee Ballan), age 70. Beloved wife of Kenneth M. for 41 years, loving mother of Tracy (Michael) McFall, Anthony (Sheri) Johnson and Kelly (Randy) Russ, cherished grandmother of Michael, Matthew, Austin, Conor, Taylor, Randy Jr. and Ricky, dear sister of Lucille (the late Eugene) Hanson, Lorraine Ballan (Victor Capadona), and the late Lillian Ballan, sister-in-law of Walter (Mary) and the late Roger Johnson, also survived by many nieces and nephews. Funeral Saturday, 8:30 a.m. from Cumberland Chapels, 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge, to St. Rosalie Church, Mass 9:30 a.m. Interment Ridgewood Cemetery. Member of Golden Fellowship. Visitation Friday, 3 to 9 p.m. 708-456-8300 or www.cumberlandchapels.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 25, 2007.

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BRIAN ROZHON

November 5, 2007

WE ARE VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS AND OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU, IF WE CAN DO ANYTHING TO HELP OF COMFORT LET US KNOW

LOVE BRIAN & RACHEL

Niki Musial

November 4, 2007

Dear Kelly and Family,

Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Bob, Terry & Mark Russ

November 3, 2007

Dear Kelly & Family,
May love bring you comfort and time bring you peace ... remember that within our hearts and in our memories those we love will remain with us forever ... So let the beautiful memories of your mother bring you comfort and peace.
Words are never enough to let you know how sorry we are.

Norine Auclair

October 30, 2007

Kelly and the Johnson Family,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Mary Melamed

October 29, 2007

Jean Johnson will truly be missed. I remember meeting her 30 years ago coming home for lunch with Kelly after kindergarden. I have so many memories of her. She was a special lady who always made me laugh. Outgoing, witty and never shy, Jean always told you how it was and spoke her mind. I will never forget her.
To all of you, I am deeply sorry that she is gone but I know that she will live on through your hearts and your memories and she will ALWAYS be with you all.

Kathy Maciuba

October 26, 2007

My deepest sympathies to all of Jean's loved ones and friends. May you cherish the wonderful memories you had with her.

Donnie Petrucci

October 26, 2007

Find comfort in the memories of Jean. Celebrate her life and know she's watching over you, like my Mom is over me.

Tom Swider

October 26, 2007

She was a dear freind to all and will be missed by many.

Anita Marella

October 26, 2007

Tracy, Kelly and Tony,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. All of you are in and forever will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Kelly VanHorn

October 26, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all! May God give you the strength to triumph through this difficult time. An angel will always watch over you and keep you safe.

Love, Todd, Kelly, Madison, Mackenzie, Morgan, and Cameron Van Horn

Lisa DeLeonardis

October 26, 2007

Dear Kelly and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know she must have been an awesome and special lady because so are you Kelly. She will always have a place in your heart and soul and her memory lives on in you. Wishing you peace and comfort and any help you need.
Lisa D.

Renee & Cathy

October 26, 2007

Ken, Tracy, Kelly, Tony & families,

We cannot begin to express how sorry we were to hear about Jean's passing. She was indeed a very special lady and forever will be remembered fondly. I don't think I can nor ever will be able to hear the name Jean and not have it bring a smile to my face recalling the good times and funny stories we all could share. I know your pain is overwhelming right now and you probably feel like it will never go away, but trust me when I tell you it does get better. Not that it means you will miss her any less, but you'll realize she's always with you and will continue to live through you and the kids.

We're here for you if you need anything. Love you guys!

Kristina Fano

October 26, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time.

Ron Bonfiglio

October 26, 2007

Kelly,

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Michael Maguire

October 26, 2007

Kelly, Tracy, and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time.

Ted and Debbie Sulaski

October 25, 2007

Take comfort in knowing that you now have a special guarding angel to watch over you.

October 25, 2007

For Tracy, Kelly, Michael, Connor, Taylor and Families,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you all. May the memories,love and joy of family ease this sorrowful time. Jean will be truly missed by all of us.
The Parlich Family,
Shawn, Jennifer, Gianna, Gino and Frankie

Maria and Greg Grzeskiewicz

October 25, 2007

Dear Kelly and Family,
We are praying for you and thinking about you always. May you keep your dear mother in your hearts forever through your wonderful memories of her.
We love you!

Michelle Hamm

October 25, 2007

Ken, Tony, Tracy and Kelly:

I am deeply sorry for your loss. I am sure at this time no words can heal the pain and no explanation could ever make sense. But I hope some day this can help.

"God saw her getting tired and her cure was not to be,
So he put his arms around her and whispered come with me.

With tearful eyes you watched her and saw her pass away,
Although you loved her dearly you could not make her stay.

A golden heart stopped beating, working hands at rest,
God broke your hearts to prove to you, HE only takes the best

Right now she's in a better place, and though you seem apart,
She's closer than she ever was...
She's there inside your heart

The rainy days that you've endured-
The joyful times you've shared,
Just look inside your loving heart and you will find her there.

And when that day arrives that you are no longer are apart,
She'll smile and hold you close to her, because she was forever in your heart"

In my heart and prayers,
Michelle

Sandi Kerrigan & family

October 25, 2007

Dear Kelly , Tracy & family
I can't express how sorry I(we) feel for you all. Many people will say if there's anything you might need or just want, just ask. Well I am one of those people too. Your Mom was one of a kind. Her humor was always there and her heart was always genuine.
May your memeories comfort you.
Love,

Jim Connelly

October 25, 2007

Ken,Tracy,Tony,Kelly and Family

I am so sorry for you all. Jean will always be in my prayers. I have many memories about Jean and all she did for her children and grandchidren.

Shannon DeLuca

October 25, 2007

Kelly and Family,
I was very sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. Jean was a very cool lady. I'll never forget that voice of hers when she called your name! what memories you have.
Thinking about all of you.
Love,
Shannon

Tracy Beck

October 25, 2007

I am so sorry for your lose. My heart goes out to the whole family. Jean was a nice lady.

October 25, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you guys as you go through this difficult time.

Jake, Lorri, and Tyler Olson

Karen Luehr

October 25, 2007

My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Jennifer Price

October 25, 2007

My heart aches for you all. I am so sorry that you have had to experience such a loss. The sudden loss of a loved one hurts incredibly. Know that my thoughts, prayers and hopes are with you. All my love,

Jennifer Price

Julie Tsagalis

October 25, 2007

I know this is very hard for all of you, of all people I should know. You guys are all in my thoughts and prayers. I will always remember "BIG JEAN'S" sense of humor, for those of us that are very close Jean always knew how to express her thoughts and of course we can't forget about her feelings!
She had away of making you feel special :)

Kel if you need anyhting let me know. You were there for me and I am here for you!

Love you always your friend
Julie

Bob and Ethel Hunt

October 25, 2007

Dear Ken and Family,

It is with so much care that these words are written, hoping to find a way to gently touch your heavy heart. Jean was a woman of kindness, integrity and goodness, one of God's special gifts. She "always" had a wonderful smile on her face, and would ask all kinds of interesting questions, and genuinely interested in our loved ones and ourselves. Her eyes twinkled with love and happiness for people, and we would share what was going on in both of our lives.

As Jean went "home" Jesus gave her a hug and thanked for living her life in His image and likeness. May it be a source of inner strength, cushioned in comfort to know Jean loves with a higher love from above as whe walks with us every day, watches over us and smiles with us. We thank God for having Jean in our life.

God's Peace

Peter Perlongo

October 25, 2007

Dear Tony and the Johnson family. My deepest sympathy to you and your family on the passing of your mom. Love is eternal.

loretta CONNELLY

October 25, 2007

DEAR KEN,
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY, I WILL NOT BE ABLE TO ATTEND THE VISITATION, SINCE I WILL BE WORKING, BUT SHE WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS. YOU BOTH WERE SO KIND IN ATTENDING JIM'S VISITATION, SO THIS IS THE ONLY BEST THING I CAN DO. PLEASE ACCEPT MY SYMPATHY AND ALL OF YOU WILL BE REMEMBERED IN MY PRAYERS. SHE TOO WILL BE REMEMBERED IN SO MANY WAYS.

LORETTA CONNELLY

Phyllis Haines

October 25, 2007

Ken, Tracy, Tony, Kelly and families,
All of you are in my thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. Jean was a wonderful lady, you will be blest with many wonderful memories.

The Staff of Cumberland Chapels

October 25, 2007

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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