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Opal "Karen" M. Johnson Monday, February 19, 2001 Our sweet, angelic wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, "Karen," passed away February 16, 2001 from this earthly life (due To Parkinson's Disease and age) to be with her Savior and Heavenly family. She was born March 19, 1919 in Park Rapids, MN. She was the second of four daughters born to Anna Bjergo Smiley and Albert Eliias Smiley. The have all preceded her in death. "Karen" married Glen Elmer Johnson Aug 4, 1945. The moved to SLC in 1953. Glen was the love of her life and her wonderful caregiver in her final years. Karen leaves behind her husband, Glenn; three children, Cheryl Hale (Brian), Cathy Dalton (Murry), Kevin Johnson (Jody); stepsons, Ronald Johnson (Kare), Gerald Johnson; many grandchildren and great- grandchildren. She was a member of St. John's Lutheran Church and sang in the choir there for over 30 years. She was a devoted wife and caring mother and even though the Parkinson's Disease robbed most of her mobility and speech, she never complained and always had a warm smile for everyone. The funeral will be 1 p.m. Tues. Feb 20, 2001 at St. John's Lutheran Church, 1030 S. 500 E, Salt Lake City. Interment, Larkin Sunset Gardens, 10600 S. 1700 E, Sandy. http://www.sltrib.com/02192001/obituari/72719.htm **************** [log in to unmask]