LAURA MAE JOHNSON

1926 ~ LAURA MAE JOHNSON ~ 2024
Laura Mae Johnson (nee Maillard), passed away peacefully on March 24th, 2024, at the age of 97 years. She was the cherished wife of Joseph McFadzen and beloved mother of Donna Johnson Alden and Janice Hehr and is predeceased by her sisters June Dutton and Jean (Sis) Buchholz. She is also lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Neil (Michelle) Alden, Mark Alden, Ryan (Sheri Koshman Hehr) Hehr, and Andrea (Hehr) Best (Craig Best). Laurie was a proud great grandmother to Olivia
Alden, Lilia and Laurel Koshman Hehr, and Boden and Bergen Best. Laurie was born and raised in Redcliff and enjoyed an office position with Dominion Glass prior to her marriage in 1947 to William (Bill) Johnson also of Redcliff. Within a short period of time, they were busy building a life together with their two daughters surrounded by family on both sides. During their contented life together they enjoyed bowling, darts, card games, dancing, curling and golf. She particularly enjoyed watching baseball while keeping score and calculating batting averages into her 90’s. As well, she will be remembered by her love of participating in singing activities and music. Countless holiday meals and Sunday dinners often included extended family and other guests. She was a superb baker producing varieties of breads and pastries which were gratefully consumed by all. Sadly, her life significantly changed with the passing of her dearly loved husband Bill in 1990. She forged ahead with her life in Redcliff which included spending time with her daughters and their families, her mother Aggie Maillard, extended family and wonderful friendships. She continued to enjoy golf, cards, and singing and found that casino bus trips could be a lot of fun with her friends. While participating within Redcliff social events she was reacquainted in 1998 with another longtime resident Joseph McFadzen. They happily married in 1999 surrounded by loving extended family from both sides. Within a few years they moved to Medicine Hat to begin the next chapter of their lives together. They continued to enjoy Redcliff activities and friendships, while forging new ones in Medicine Hat. Their marriage was one of love, contentment and mutual respect. Laurie and Joe were both deeply grateful to have met and enjoyed a partner so compatible at that stage of their lives. Unfortunately, her life changed again with her diagnosis of dementia in 2018. Within two years, filled with challenges for both of them, Laurie moved into care at Good Samaritan South Ridge Village where she continued to reside until her peaceful passing. Her family continues to be grateful for the exceptional care, compassion and understanding she received from the entire staff while in their care. The Funeral service to be held at Saamis Memorial Funeral Chapel, #1 Dunmore Road SE, Medicine Hat, AB on April 29, 2024, at 1:00 pm with Rev. David Pollard officiating. In view of Laura’s love of flowers her family requests guests are dressed colourfully. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Laura Johnson may be made to Good Samaritan Society, Attention: Fund Development, 8861 75th Street, Edmonton, Alberta T6C 4G8 or South Ridge Village, 2904 15 Ave SE, Medicine Hat, AB T1A 8P2. Condolences may be sent to condolences@saamis.com subject heading Laura Johnson. Funeral arrangements entrusted to

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