Elsie J. Pinette-Johnson

Elsie J. (Brooker) Pinette-Johnson, 93, of Southington, widow of the late George B. Johnson, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 5, 2022 at home surrounded by her family. Elsie was born in Limestone, Maine on June 12, 1928 and was the only child of the late Percy and Celena (Poitras) Brooker. Elsie was a retired Licensed Practical Nurse and a Respiratory Therapist who worked at both New Britain General Hospital and Bristol Hospital. After her retirement, Elsie continued to help the community by volunteering to assist the faculty at Southington High School during the prom and graduation ceremonies. Elsie loved to travel with her good friend Carolyn, exploring new places. She loved to play cards, going out to dine at restaurants, and cheer for the UCONN Women’s basketball team. Elsie is survived by her sons; Michael Pinette of Somers, CT, James Pinette and his wife Maureen of Bristol, and Richard Pinette and his wife Brenda also of Bristol. She is also survived by her grandchildren; Lawrence Batignani of Somers, Gary Pinette of Bristol, Lisa Pinette of Bristol, Jamie Kiniry of Stafford Springs, Michelle Moore of Simsbury and Kristin Shores of Plainville, and by her great-grandchildren, Kyla, Marc, Lydia, Lucas, Madison, Austin Joseph, Celena, Charlotte, and Emma. She is also survived by her step sons, Neil Johnson and his wife Michelle, and by James Johnson. Elsie was predeceased by her first husband, Joseph Pinette who passed away in 1981, and by her daughter-in-law, Theresa Pinette. Calling hours for Elsie will be held on Sunday, June 12, 2022 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM with a service at 3:00 PM at the DellaVecchia Funeral Home, 211 N. Main St. Southington, CT 06489. Burial will be at the convenience of the family.