She was born on November 4, 1915 to Joseph & Grace Winger in Samaria, Idaho
Later moved to Utah. She had 3 brothers & 5 sisters.
She married Edgar Johnson on June 24 1937, together they had 4 daughters.
Janice (Merlyn/Bonnie) Johnson, Carole (Lew) Duffin, Barbara England & Peggie (Dennis) Thomas.
Preceded in death by her husband, daughter (Janice), parents, brothers, sisters,
Son-in-law (Lew) and 2 great grandsons.
Survived by 3 daughters, 2 sons-in-law, sisters Alice Jensen, Elnora Rodgers & Marilyn (Von) Cannon. 18 grandchildren, 46 great grandchildren & 14 great-great grandchildren.
Leona was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. During her lifetime she held many church positions. She was a member of the Daughters of Pioneers until her 90’s.
Leona was an avid bowler, sometimes on two leagues.
Leona’s greatest joy was her family & celebrating the holidays, she was an excellent cook especially pies!!!!!!
During her lifetime she will be remembered for her joy of a game of cards especially “Liverpool Rummy” with her sisters, daughters, nieces, grandchildren or anyone that was up for a game.
Leona could never say “no” to a person in need.
We would like to express our appreciation to the Wellington for their care, love & support, also Brighton Hospice for the great care they gave her in her last days.
Funeral services will be held Friday January 25, 2013 at 11:00 am
at Wasatch Lawn Mortuary, 3401 Highland Dr, family will have a viewing one hour before services. Interment to follow at Wasatch Lawn.
“SEE YOU LATER ALLIGATOR, AFTER WHILE CROCODILE”
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