Mabel Johnson-Overby Obituary (1907 - 2008)

MABEL E. JOHNSON Mabel E. Johnson, age 101, of Woodville, formerly of Menomonie passed away on September 30, 2008 at Park View Home in Woodville. Mabel Esther Robelia was born on January 9, 1907 to John and Caroline (Burke) Robelia in the township of Eau Galle, Dunn Co., WI. She attended Tramway School through 8th grade. On December 18, 1925 she married Raymond Johnson in Wabasha, MN. Together they farmed the home farm until 1952. Raymond passed away on June 6, 1974. Mabel later married George Overby on May 20, 1986 in Eau Claire, WI. They were married for 13 years until George passed away in 1998. Mabel was a member of Sherman Ladies Aid for many years. She also served as Secretary/Treasurer for the Highland Cemetery for 51 years and was an active member of Peace Lutheran Church and the church women's group. Mabel was an avid "500" card player and loved fishing and crocheting. She will be sadly missed by her loving family and many friends. Mabel is survived by: 2 daughters Lavone (Lyle) Kuester of Menomonie Shirley Reinhardt of Baldwin 16 grandchildren 44 great-grandchildren 20 great-great-grandchildren A sister, Ruby Retzloff of Menomonie A niece, Donna Price of Menomonie And other relatives and friends She was preceded in death by her parents; her first husband, Raymond Johnson; second husband, George Overby; son, Orville Johnson; and daughter-in-law, Jean Johnson; son-in-law, Robert Reinhardt; grandchildren, Pamela Johnson, Mark Stevens, Robie Reinhardt and Andy Stevens; brothers, Richard and Archie Robelia. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 PM Thursday, October 2, 2008 at Peace Lutheran Church in Menomonie, with Pastor David Whelan officiating. Burial will in Highland Cemetery in the town of Menomonie, Dunn Co., WI. Visitation will be at the church from noon until the service on Thursday. Olson Funeral Home in Menomonie is handling the arrangements.