Birth date: Jan 2, 1953 Death date: Mar 23, 2026
Donna Sue Johnson went home to be with her Savior on Monday, March 23, 2026 at the age of 73. She was born on January 2, 1953 in Highland Park, Michigan to George and Genevieve Johnson. She was a Loving Mother of Paul, Dale and D Read Obituary
My deepest condolences for Dawn & her family
quiet moments over coffee, keeping each other company and filling their days with connection.
Her laugh, her smile, and her incredible stories will be truly missed. We love you, Donna, and find comfort in knowing you are reunited with Linda and your parents, whom you missed so much.
Rest in peace,
Myra Kerscher
Donna was one of the funniest people I have ever known. She had a special way of turning an ordinary situation into a hilarious story. Everywhere she went, she seemed to find moments that became unforgettable, often leaving everyone around her laughing. That was just how she saw life.
When our kids were little, they loved sitting and listening to her stories. Before long, they started mimicking her. At first, I tried to stop them, but then I realized that kind of imitation comes from love, and mimicry is truly the greatest form of flattery.
Donna loved to cook, and her deviled eggs and potato salad were among the best you'd ever taste. It never quite felt like a family gathering without them on the table. She also loved going out to eat, especially for Chinese food. Anytime we were back in town, that was always a must, along with a stop at Telway.
She lived life in a big way, loving deeply, feeling strongly, and never holding back. Her emotions were always genuine and full of life. Above all, she loved her family with her whole heart. I am especially grateful for the constant companionship she gave my mother-in-law, her sister Barbara. They shared so many simple joys, shopping trips, food runs, and quiet moments over coffee, keeping each other company and filling their days with connection.
Her laugh, her smile, and her incredible stories will be truly missed. We love you, Donna, and find comfort in knowing you are reunited with Linda and your parents, whom you missed so much.
Rest in peace,
Myra Kerscher
Today, we all take time to remember and celebrate my aunt Donna. She was a wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, friend, and yes, sometimes your enemy. We all have different memories and experiences with her, but I think we would all agree that she was a funny, compassionate, and loving woman.
Aunt Donna had a way of making everyday situations funny and telling stories that would have you laughing from start to finish. Whether it was a conversation with her doctor, checking out at the grocery store, or getting gas, she had a way of finding humor in every situation. Everyone said she should write a book with all of her funny stories and humorous experiences. She never did write a book, but her stories will live on in each and every one of us.
Anyone who knew Donna knew that she had a big heart. Especially when it came to animals. Whether it was a beloved pet, stray cats, birds, or squirrels, it didn’t matter. She would do everything she could to protect, care for, and feed them. A true Johnson trait that sometimes left you wondering whether animals or people were loved more. More importantly than the animals, though, Donna loved her family. Even though she could be brutally honest and move you in and out of her will at a whim, she had a deep love of family and compassion for those around her.
Whether it was the countless sleepovers at her house, her giving Dale and me quarters from the cash register at the store she worked at in Lapeer so we could play the arcade machines, the many holidays together, or just the short visits I had when I would come visit, I always loved spending time with her.
Aunt Donna leaves behind a space that can never be filled the same way. However, she leaves behind the memories, laughter, and honesty that made us love her. We will miss her voice, her laughter, and her funny stories, but we will carry her with us in the stories we tell, the laughter we share, and the love we give each other.
I will miss you, Aunt Donna. May you rest in peace
Until we meet again,
Love Michael
Donna was one of the funniest people I have ever known. She had a special way of turning an ordinary situation into a hilarious story. Everywhere she went, she seemed to find moments that became unforgettable, often leaving everyone around her laughing. That was just how she saw life.
When our kids were little, they loved sitting and listening to her stories. Before long, they started mimicking her. At first, I tried to stop them, but then I realized that kind of imitation comes from love, and mimicry is truly the greatest form of flattery.
Donna loved to cook, and her deviled eggs and potato salad were among the best you'd ever taste. It never quite felt like a family gathering without them on the table. She also loved going out to eat, especially for Chinese food. Anytime we were back in town, that was always a must, along with a stop at Telway.
She lived life in a big way, loving deeply, feeling strongly, and never holding back. Her emotions were always genuine and full of life. Above all, she loved her family with her whole heart. I am especially grateful for the constant companionship she gave my mother-in-law, her sister Barbara. They shared so many simple joys, shopping trips, food runs, and quiet moments over coffee, keeping each other company and filling their days with connection.
Her laugh, her smile, and her incredible stories will be truly missed. We love you, Donna, and find comfort in knowing you are reunited with Linda and your parents, whom you missed so much.
Rest in peace,
Myra Kerscher
Today, we all take time to remember and celebrate my aunt Donna. She was a wife, mother, daughter, sister, aunt, friend, and yes, sometimes your enemy. We all have different memories and experiences with her, but I think we would all agree that she was a funny, compassionate, and loving woman.
Aunt Donna had a way of making everyday situations funny and telling stories that would have you laughing from start to finish. Whether it was a conversation with her doctor, checking out at the grocery store, or getting gas, she had a way of finding humor in every situation. Everyone said she should write a book with all of her funny stories and humorous experiences. She never did write a book, but her stories will live on in each and every one of us.
Anyone who knew Donna knew that she had a big heart. Especially when it came to animals. Whether it was a beloved pet, stray cats, birds, or squirrels, it didn’t matter. She would do everything she could to protect, care for, and feed them. A true Johnson trait that sometimes left you wondering whether animals or people were loved more. More importantly than the animals, though, Donna loved her family. Even though she could be brutally honest and move you in and out of her will at a whim, she had a deep love of family and compassion for those around her.
Whether it was the countless sleepovers at her house, her giving Dale and me quarters from the cash register at the store she worked at in Lapeer so we could play the arcade machines, the many holidays together, or just the short visits I had when I would come visit, I always loved spending time with her.
Aunt Donna leaves behind a space that can never be filled the same way. However, she leaves behind the memories, laughter, and honesty that made us love her. We will miss her voice, her laughter, and her funny stories, but we will carry her with us in the stories we tell, the laughter we share, and the love we give each other.
I will miss you, Aunt Donna. May you rest in peace
Until we meet again,
Love Michael
