Eva Elizabeth Johnson
February 13, 1925 ~ September 6, 2013
Services:
A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, September 10, 2013 at 10:30 AM in Mount Zion United Methodist Church, Mechanicsville, MD with Pastor Ann Strickler officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Monday, September 9, 2013 from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD.
Eva Elizabeth Johnson, 88 of Mechanicsville, MD passed away on September 6, 2013 in Leonardtown, MD. Born February 13, 1925 in Kulpmont, PA, she was the daughter of the late Albert Diehl and Mabel Graves and Hamilton Buckler. Eva was the wife of the late Elmer A. Johnson whom she married on April 28, 1948 in Patuxent River, MD. She is survived by her children; Robert E. (Pat) Johnson, and Glenda C. (Larry) Hill both of Mechanicsville, MD and Deborah J. (Glenn) Garner of Hollywood, MD, grandchildren; Kimberly Johnson , Brady (Reggie) Berry both of Mechanicsville, MD, Matthew (Anna) Hill of Milton, DE, Lindsey (Jamie) Byroads of Elkridge, MD, Kyle (Jenn) Garner of Saxton, PA, and Korey (Lauren) Garner of California, MD, great-grandchildren; Devin, Rylee, Kate, Ben, Madeline, Jasmine, Jerzie, Lyric, London, Jax, and Jace, also survived by her devoted caregiver Jackie Persaud. In addition to her parents and husband Eva was preceded in death by her granddaughter, Sheri Johnson, and brother, Edward Diehl. Mrs. Johnson graduated from Margaret Brent High School in 1943. She was a Supply Clerk for NAS. Patuxent River, MD for 30 years, retiring in 1985. Eva enjoyed camping with family and friends, going to church, church functions, and loved music and especially county, but her biggest love was her family and having them surround her. The family will receive friends on Monday, September 9, 2013 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM with prayers recited at 7:00PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, P.A., Leonardtown, MD. A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday, September 10, 2013 at 10:30Am in Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Mechanicsville, MD with Pastor Ann Strickler officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery. Pallbearers will be; Matthew Hill, Kyle Garner, Korey Garner, Reggie Berry, James Byroads, and David Diehl. Honorary Pallbearers; Kimberly Johnson, Brady Berry, and Lindsey Byroads. Memorial contributions may be to Mt. Zion United Methodist Church and/or Mechanicsville Volunteer Fire Department.
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“Glenda and family. I am sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.”
“I know you are at peace knowing Elmer was waiting for you at Heaven’s door. Prayers and love to both of you. “
“Debbie and family, we are sorry to hear about your Mom but take comfort in knowing that she is now at peace. Our thoughts are with you during this time.”
“To all of Mrs Johnson’s famly we were sorry to here of her passing. She always had a sweet smile. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers. “
“My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. “
“Bobby, Glenda and Debbie. We are so sorry for your loss. Ms. Eva is now with Pop again. You all are in our prayers.”
“Glenda and family; Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Let good memories comfort you.”
“Debbie and family, so sorry for your loss. Your mom is at peace now and with your dad. Take care and take comfort in your memories. Love always.”
“Bobby, Glenda, Debbie and Johnson family, so very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to all of you. “
“Debbie and Glenda so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. Will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. “
“Debbie so sorry for the loss of your mom. I was telling my mom about it today and she told me she had gone to your parents wedding at the church on base.I thought that was pretty neat. “
“Glenda – my sincere sympathy to you and your family. You are in my prayers.”
“Praying for the family during this most difficult time. “
“Sending prayers and sympathy to the Johnson family during this stressful time. Eva will be remembered as a kind-hearted mother and grandmother as well as a good friend who was loved by many.”
“Debbie and family, we are so sorry for your loss. We will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers. God bless your family and may your mother rest in peace.”
“Bobbie,Glenda,Debby’s,my thoughts and players are with you all.Eva loved her family and had many friends.Our family had many good times with her and Elmer camping,and working together.”
“Bobby,Glenda,Debbie and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sadness.She is at peace now and I hope that gives you comfort.You took very good care of her when she needed you .Let the good memories bring you peace. Sincerely, “
“Bobby, Glenda, Debbie and Family – I am so sorry for your loss. Your Mother was always so pretty and I loved seeing her at the nursing center. It won’t be the same not to see her there. She is definitely an Angel in Heaven and will live on through you. I am keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers to get through these tough days ahead. Be strong and take care! “
“Bobby, Glenda, Debbie and Johnson family, so very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to all of you. ” “
“To Eva’s Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Eva at Supply Stock Control in the 80’s. Eva was a wonderful person, we used to talk and laugh a lot. Keep her memory close to your hearts. “
“Bobby, Glenda, Debbie and Family, We are very sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. Keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers.”
“Glenda, Debbie and Family, I’m so sorry to hear of the loss of Ms. Eva. You all took such wonderful care of her and saw to it that she was as content as could be. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.”
“Debbie and family sorry to hear of your loss. Will never forget our conversations at Pearl’s. She was just a very loveable person.”
“Glenda and family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Thoughts and prayers to all of you. God Bless.”
“Dear Bobby, Glenda, Debbie & Family, We are so sorry for the loss of your mother. She was such a pleasant and loving woman to everyone. She will be missed by all, but the Lord has called her up to heaven to be with her loving husband Elmer once again. Our prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time. “
“Larry and Family, I am sorry for your loss. “
“Debbie, I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. Time will take away your pain and sadness but one thing time won’t take away is the memories you will always have to cherish the rest of your life. Jack & Chris Hester “
“Bobby, Glenda,Debbie and family, so sorry for your loss. I know what you’re going thru having lost my Mom just two short years ago to Alzheimers. Just know that she is in heaven now watching over you. I will keep you all in my prayers. “
“Debbie, my heart breaks for you and your family. Eva was deeply loved by her kids and grandkids and great grandkids. You were blessed by having her as a mother. My prayers & thoughts go out to you guys!”
“Sorry to hear of Mrs. Johnson’s passing. Our thoughts are with the family. “
“Glenda, Heartfelt condolences to you and your family. Take strength in knowing that she is now walking in His glow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“To the Johnson family, our thoughts and prayers are with you.”
“Debbie and Family, Sorry for the passing of your Mom. Keep all the great memories close to your heart. Will keep the family in my prayer’s!”
“Bobby, Glenda, Debbie and family, we are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. “
“Debbie, Bobby, Glenda; We are so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Our prayers and sympathy go out to all. Keep those beautiful memories close. May she rest in peace.”
“Glenda, Larry and family, you have our sincerest sympathy. Keep your memories close and remember she is watching over you. May God Bless you all.”
“So sorry to hear of your Mother passing. She was always so nice and friendly and I always enjoyed her company when we would meet at Mt Zion. Our prayers and condolences go out to all of you. Louis and Janet Buckler”
“To miss Eva’s family. Thank-you for allowing me to be a part of her life,I only knew her for a short while but she will forever remain in my heart.She now walks with your DAD and angels in GOD’S light.”
“Glenda, Larry and family….I am so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to all of you. “
“Thank you to everyone for your kind words, they have meant a lot to us. Mom was a special lady and we loved her dearly.”
“Debbie, Glenda, Bobby & family – So sorry to hear about your mom. She was always smiling, a very lovely lady. May she rest in peace. Our thoughts are with you and yours.”
“Debbie, Glenda and families–my sincere condolences. I just read this today. May’s God’s peace sustain you.”
“To the entire Johnson family, my sincere condolences. I worked with your Mother at the Supply Department years ago right after I graduated from High School. She was a lovely lady, a hard worker, and one of the sweetest ladies I ever met. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. “