Martha Jane Johnson
February 22, 1916 ~ September 25, 2010
Services:
A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Friday, October 1, 2010 at 10:00 AM in St. John's Catholic Church in Hollywood, MD with Fr. Ray Schmidt officiating. Interment will follow in the Charles Memorial Gardens Leonardtown, MD.
Visitation:
The family will receive friends on Thursday, September 30, 2010 from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home chapel with prayers being recited at 7:00 PM.
Martha Jane Abell Johnson, 94, of Hollywood, MD passed away on September 25, 2010 in St. Mary’s Nursing Center, Leonardtown, MD. Born February 22, 1916 in Hollywood, MD she was the daughter of the late John L. and Janie L. Wible Abell. Mrs. Johnson was the loving wife of the late Joseph Melvin Johnson, Sr. whom she married on November 25, 1937 in St. John’s Catholic Church, Hollywood, Maryland; he preceded her in death on July 6, 1994. Mrs. Johnson is survived by her children; Charles “Honkey” Johnson and Danny Johnson (Linda) both of Hollywood, MD, as well as nine Grandchildren, nineteen Great-Grandchildren and eight Great-Great Grandchildren. Martha was preceded in death by a son Joseph Melvin Johnson, Jr., a Grandchild Rose Emery and her siblings: Manning Abell, Vivian Abell, Bert Abell, Sr., Claude Abell, Martin Abell, Catherine Norris, Karl Abell, John Louis Abell, Jr., Addie Abell, Agatha Adams, Loretta Goldsborough, and her twin George Abell. She was a lifelong resident of St. Mary’s County and was a homemaker. Mrs. Johnson loved wrestling, spending time with family and friends and she enjoyed sitting at home on her porch. The family will receive friends on Thursday, September 30, 2010 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM in the Mattingley-Gardiner Funeral Home, Leonardtown, MD, where prayers will be said at 7:00 PM, by Deacon Amon Ripple. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated on Friday, October 1, 2010 at 10:00 AM in St. John’s Catholic Church, Hollywood, with Fr. Raymond Schmidt officiating. Interment will follow in the Charles Memorial Gardens, Leonardtown, MD. Pallbearers will be Jeremy Hunley, Joe Johnson, Billy Johnson, Danny Johnson, Henry Elliott and Susan Elliott. Honorary Pallbearers will be: Tracy Hunley, Cathy Johnson, Angie Woodrum, Becky Johnson. Kimberly Bonds and Stacey Williams. Contributions in memory of Martha Jane Abell Johnson can be made to St. John’s Building Fund, 43950 St. John’s Road, Hollywood, MD 20636 or the Hollywood Vol. Fire Department, P.O. Box 7, Hollywood, MD 20636.
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“Thoughts and prayers are with you Honky and Danny and also with the rest of the family. I will always remember her laugh.”
“Tracy & family – So sorry to hear of the loss of your grandma; I know she meant so much to you! Know that you are in our thoughts during this difficult time. “
“We will miss you so much Granny. We love you. Billy,April,Steven and Kyle “
“Honky, Danny and Family; We are so sorry to hear of about your Mom. We know it is very hard to see our loved ones suffer and may it help you through this hard time to know she is in a much better place reuniting with the rest of her family and suffering no more. Take care and you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Wayne and Joan”
“Danny, Honky and Linda, Granny was a wonderful grandmother to so many of us, an incredible mother to her children and a complete joy to hang out with for Sunday lunches (I’ll never forget). She was the strength of the family, and will always be remembered for her kind and loving ways. I know your place in heaven has a good view and I can hear you telling God, “I need to keep an eye on a small few”. Granny as we say goodbye and tears roll down our eyes, please know you will always be in our hearts, we love you and we’ll never forget that you are one of a kind! “
“Honkey and Danny, So very sorry to hear of Cousin Matha’s passing, she and mom are finally together again to watch over their children and keep us safe. We only have the fondest of memories of our childhood with all of you growing up. Keep your memories close to your heart they will help in the days to come. Cyndi and David”
“So sorry to hear of your mom’s passing, Honky. Prayers to you and your family. “
“Honkey and Danny and the entire family, Our thoughts aznd prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Please know we are here if you should need anything at all. She was definately a wonderful person.”
“Honky, Danny and Families: Our prayers and thoughts are with you. The old Sandy Bottom group is passing on way to early in life. From my dad to Aunt Polly to Joe Goldsborough and now to your mother, the neighborhood will never be the same. We will just need to keep our memories close to heart and remember we will see them again. “
“Aund Martha and our mom (Polly Abell) were proud to live side by side in Sandy Bottom all their lives. They raised their family and growing up we, as children, have great memories. On any given day either of them could tell you exactly what was happending in Sandy Bottom because they would be on their ..little..porches watching. How ironic that they would live side by side all their lives and die within 2 months of each other. It sounds like God had a plan.We are very sorry about Aunt Martha’s passing and will miss going to see her. She would always make you laugh. I suppose your mom & dad and our mom & dad are having a pretty big discussion now about Sandy Bottom and all the changes, since mom & your mom lived so long . . Heaven is having quite a reunion. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both and your families. Hold on to the memories. Sandy Bottom will never be the same!!! She will be greatly missed by all..”
“Honky, Danny and family -Aunt Martha and our mom (Polly Abell) were proud to live side by side in Sandy Bottom all their lives. They raised their family and growing up we, as children, have great memories. On any given day either of them could tell you exactly what was happending in Sandy Bottom because they would be on their ..little..porches watching. How ironic that they would live side by side all their lives and die within 2 months of each other. It sounds like God had a plan.We are very sorry about Aunt Martha’s passing and will miss going to see her. She would always make you laugh. I suppose your mom & dad and our mom & dad are having a pretty big discussion now about Sandy Bottom and all the changes, since mom & your mom lived so long . . Heaven is having quite a reunion. Our thoughts and prayers are with you both and your families. Hold on to the memories. Sandy Bottom will never be the same!!! She will be greatly missed by all..”
“Honky & Family: At such a time there isn’t much anyone can say but many thoughts go out to you in sympathy today on the loss of your mother. Remember you will always have your cherished memories. Take care and stay close to your love ones. Skip & Doris Jones”
“Tracy, I’m sorry to hear of your Grandmother’s passing. You and your family are in my thoughts. Peace be with you all.”
“Honky, Susan, Tracy and the rest of the Johnson family. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Tracy, I know how much your granny meant to you, and you helped take great care of her. Your dedication to her was amazing! Cherish all the good memories and know that granny is at peace now. If you need anything, please don’t hesitate to let me know. “
“Honky and family, Son and I were sorry to learn about your mother’s passing. She was such a sweet kind person. We have lost another one of our Sandy Bottom neighbors. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sorrowful time. Sincerely, Son and Elaine (Adams) Wood”
“Danny and Linda May you comfort in knowing that those who love God live forever in Heaven, as their memory lives on earth in the hearts of those who love them.With Sympathy and Prayers.”
“Honky, Danny and Families, We were saddened to hear of Martha’s passing. She was such a beautiful woman inside and out. How blessed you all were to have her in your lives for so long. As she was just as blessed to have such a neverending loving, supportive family as you all have been. We never had the pleasure of meeting your father, but we have no doubt along with your dad and the many friends and family that have passed on before her that Melvin greated her with open arms. May your hearts and souls find peace and comfort. “
“To the Johnson Family – We are sorry to hear the loss of your Mother. She was a beautiful lady with a quick humor that everyone love. We know that you all will miss her. Just remember, she is an angel now looking over you all. “
“Johnson family; Our sincere condolences to you. May God’s love help you through this difficult time.”
“Thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Johnson family and friends. WOW 94 years old. What a blessing to all.”
“Honky, Danny and families: Thinking of you during this difficult time. May your many wonderful memories bring you comfort.”
“Honky,Danny & Family – Sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom, it is hard to let go of the one’s we love, but you know she is not suffering anymore. Take care and hold on to all your memories.”
“Honkey and family – May the God of comfort help you during this difficult time and may the love of those around you help you through the days ahead. “
“Charles and family, my deepest condolences to you. It is hard to lose a mother, I know, it leaves a void that cannot be filled. God bless you all, if there is anything I can do please call.”
“Honkey, Danny and family, You know I loved your Mother dearly, but I don’t think she realized what a wonderful and unique person she really was. Always ready to help at any time no matter what the circumstance. But most of all, her sense of humor was such a joy to everyone. She was definitely one of a kind and will be missed by all.”
“Honkey, Danny & Family, Sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. I know you have a lot of great memories with her. Take care!”
“Billy and April, We are very sorry on the loss of your Grandma. When talking to you, I know she was very special to you and loved very much. Our sincere sympathy to you and the family.”
“To the Johnson family: My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow.”
“Honky, Danny and Family: We are very sad to hear of the loss of your mom. Tommy has some very fond childhood memories of your parents and always says what wonderful people they were! I know your mother must have been very proud to have a loving family who took such good care of her! That to me shows she was a wonderful woman! Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. May your many wonderful memories get you all through this very sad time! Tommy and Rose “
“Angie and Joey,I am so sorry for your loss. She was a wonderful women and she will be sorely missed.”
“To the Johnson Family: You are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”
“Honky, Danny and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I will always remember her sweet smile and her little laugh that always made me smile. “
“Honkey, Danny, Linda and families. Your Mother will always be a part of all the special memories that will live forever in your heart. You all have our sincere sympathy.”
“Tracy & Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We are thinking about you. If you need anything just let us know.”
“Dear Honkey, Danny and Family – How blessed you all were to have had your Mother for so many wonderful years! Losing a Mother is so hard but know that she is in Heaven looking down on you all with a big smile. So sorry we were not able to attend the viewing or funeral. We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. Take care – we love you! “
“Honky, sorry to hear about your mom. You’re in my thoughts and prayers”
“It was just the other day we were talking about your mother and now she has joined the rest of your family. What a great since of humor she had. I know you will miss her, but just think God always takes the best. Hollywood is a buzz in Heaven, Jo Allen”
“Honkey and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. Granny was a beautiful lady inside and out. I know she is in a much better place now. How wonderful to live 94 years. What wonderful memories. God Bless her.”