She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 49 wonderful years, Laurence Johnston. She is also survived by two brothers Gary (Rose) of Nak Nak, Alaska and Jack (Kathy) of Railroad Flat, California. Gladys was valedictorian of her class at Wakonda High School.
As a military wife for 23 years, she was a “single mom” for 2 of those years while Larry was serving in the Korean and Vietnam wars. During their military years, they were stationed across the country as well as the Panama Canal Zone.
While in retirement, they traveled throughout the world with family and friends. Gladys was well known as a gourmet cook and loved to host dinners to the delight of everyone. As an avid reader, she volunteered much of her time teaching disadvantaged children, but also found time to volunteer at food banks with Larry.
Gladys is survived by three children Mike (Toni) of Fremont, California; Cindy (Ralph) of Ocean View, Delaware; and Chris (Erin) of Longmont, Colorado. She is also survived by eight grandchildren Zane (Sam), Tara, Allie, Emma, Kellie, Jake, Chace and Cutter. She was recently blessed with her first great-grandchild Madeleine Claire.
A memorial service will be held at Central Presbyterian Church, 402 Kimbark Street Longmont, Colorado, on Friday, June 24, 2022 at 10:00am, with a lunch reception to follow at 11:00am. A Celebration of Life will be held in October.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution to the Food Bank for Larimer County or Habitat for Humanity of the St. Vrain Valley.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.howemortuary.com for the Johnston family.
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