Margaret Ellen Johnson's Obituary
Big Rapids - Margaret Ellen (Cook) Johnson, 95, of Big Rapids, passed away Monday, June 12, 2023, at Mission Point of Big Rapids.
She was born October 20, 1927, in Goodwell Township, the daughter of Franklin and Margaret (Jacoby) Waldron. When Margaret was a young girl, the family moved to Big Rapids, and she graduated from Big Rapids High School in 1945.
Margaret worked in retail at Vaughns Department Store, the Parker/Ryan Store, and the Ferris Bookstore. She then worked as a legal secretary for Peter Jordan, and later in semi-retirement for Bill and Joe Harper. Margaret was a Cub Scout leader, and was very active in her children's activities. She enjoyed quilting and travel, but especially loved spending time with family.
She is survived by her children, David (Marge) Cook, Beth (Paul) Everin, and Steve (Pamela) Cook; seven grandchildren; and nine great grandchildren. Margaret was preceded in death by her husband Harold Johnson, son Lynn Cook, her parents, three sisters, and a brother.
Private family burial will take place in the Pinora Cemetery in Osceola County. Memorial contributions in Margaret's name may be made for Hospice of Michigan. Care and arrangements are entrusted to the Mohnke Funeral Home in Big Rapids. Share a memory or express condolences at mohnkefuneralhome.com.
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