Berta Johnson Obituary (1942 - 2004)

Berta F. Johnson Berta F. Johnson, age 61, of Menomonie, WI died Tuesday, May 25, 2004 at Seasons Hospice in Rochester, MN. The former Berta Faye Barton was born Nov. 25, 1942 in Charles City, Iowa to Howard and Eva (Helmke) Barton. The family moved to Wells, MN where Berta graduated from Wells High School. She received her Bachelors and Masters degrees from Mankato State University in Mankato, MN. On Oct. 2, 1962 she married Darrell Johnson in Wells, MN. Berta moved to Menomonie and taught children with learning disabilities, in Menomonie elementary schools from 1976 until retiring. After retiring she volunteered her time for the American Red Cross and Literacy Volunteers of America. She also enjoyed gardening and traveling and especially spending time with her grandchildren. Berta is survived by: 1 daughter and 2 sons Lori (Jeff) Rhudy of Rochester, MN Pat (Dyan) Johnson of Woodbury, MN Michael Johnson 5 grandchildren Adam, Jarod and Bryan Rhudy Taylor and Vanessa Johnson 1 sister, Merry Beth (Jim) Sinkbeil of Good Thunder, MN And other relatives and friends She was preceded in death by her parents, Howard and Eva Barton; her ex-husband, Darrell Johnson; and one brother, Bill Barton. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM Friday, May 28, 2004 at First Congregational Church-UCC in Menomonie, with Rev. Rob MacDougall officiating. Family and friends may call at the church one hour prior to the service on Friday. Olson Funeral Home in Menomonie is handling the arrangements.