Mary Ann P. Johnson

John and Mary Ann Johnson passed away January 23, 2021 in Pueblo, CO. Just as they spent decades of their lives together, they departed hours apart. They were married 65 years, and leave a legacy of bringing people together and keeping family first. John, known to many as Johnny or Johnny Boy was born July 22, 1930 in Cokedale, Colorado. He served in the United States Air Force from 1951-1955 and then came home to marry his true love, Mary Ann Cimino. They moved around Colorado with various jobs and after living in Denver, where he began in the automobile industry, they moved to Pueblo. John continued working in the automobile industry for 40 years and they both retired. Mary Ann, known to many as Mac, was born in Trinidad Colorado March 17, 1935. Mary Ann received her Associate of Business Degree from Barnes Business School. After spending many years as a homemaker, Mary Ann began her career in the banking industry. She continued this career in Pueblo and in 1993 made the decision to retire to spend more time with her grandchildren. John and Mary Ann spent a lifetime rejoicing with family, welcoming anyone into their home with their hearts and arms opened wide. They always ensured their family had the love and support they needed. Selflessly traveling through life, living for family and all the adventures that brought family together.

Mary Ann and John were avid sports fans - as long as their children or grandchildren were playing! There were not many games they missed. Many days were spent traveling to watch baseball, so􀅌ball, football, volleyball, and soccer! Having them there meant a lot to all of us. They leave behind a life of beautiful memories, traditions, and family values. They will be missed for their comforting ways and warm home, Sunday spaghetti dinners and all their holiday traditions. Survived by son Steve (Kathy), his daughter Alyssa Paschke (Tyler) and Steven and Caitlin Connelly (step-children), daughter Jan Marie Johnson, son Alan Johnson, his son Colbee, and daughter Leanne Whitman (Greg) and their 2 children Dylan and Haley. Also survived by John’s sister Carolyn Duchlinski and sister in law, Priscilla Johnson. As well as Mary Ann’s siblings, Jay Cimino, Arnie Cimino, Sylvia Passarelli (Tom) and Agnes Patrick (Bernard) as well as numerous nieces and nephews. They were joined together, stayed together, and left together. John and Mary Ann together forever.

Special thanks to the medical staff on the Covid floors and ICU at Parkview Medical Center. Due to COVID, a private service will be held for family. It will be streamed live via St Pius Facebook page at 10am. You don't have to have a facebook account to watch it live. Visit TG McCarthy for more information and Live Stream information. In lieu of food and flowers, donations can be made to Mt Carmel Wellness and Community Center Trinidad.