Marie was born in Callao, Missouri to Gilbert and Mida (Cavanaugh) Day. She married her lifelong soulmate, Ivan Johnson on the 25th of February 1950. They had a wonderful life together being a “team”, loving, laughing and caring for one another.
They were blessed with three children: Debbie (husband Jim Singleton), Mike Johnson, and Doug (wife Karen Johnson). They had six grandchildren; Jason (wife Amanda Singleton), Kim (husband James Watson), Kristi (husband Dustin Herschberger), Chad (wife Melissa Johnson), Dusty (late wife Krystal Johnson), and Jamie (husband Anthony Amspacker). Also, sixteen great-grandchildren: Lexi, Haley, Graham, Ashford, Kendall, Lindsey, Kate, Karly, Tristin, Brek, Tate, Britton, Truitt, Brylee, Landen, and Autumn. She has a brother, James Day.
Marie worked as an office manager at Payless Groceries. She was also a long time member of Longview Chapel Christian Church in Lee’s Summit, Missouri. She and Ivan contributed many hours of volunteer service over the years serving as deacons, hospitality coordinators, newsletter coordinators and just about anything that was needed. She has been a faithful Christian. Her strong values, faith and devotion to God set an example for all of us.
Marie and Ivan have always enjoyed supporting their grandkids and great-grandkids with their sporting activities, school plays, musical events, Grandparent’s Days, Boy and Girl Scouts and graduations.
They were very social and loved to have coffee, play cards and get together with friends. She especially enjoyed the frequent driveway gatherings with her neighbors.
Marie was preceded in death by her parents; a brother, Orval Day; her sisters, Dorothy Love and Darlene Hartung; her son, Michael Johnson and “granddaughter,” Krystal Johnson.
Marie was loved beyond measure and will be missed immensely.
In lieu of flowers, make contributions to The American Heart Association.
