In Remembrance Of
Betty Johnson
Betty Jean Johnson, 93 of Smithville, MO passed away June 2, 2022.
She was born on February 6, 1929, to James and Opal (Young) Ratliff in Smithville, MO where she grew up and graduated from Smithville High School.
On June 5, 1948, she was united in marriage to Earl Dean Johnson. After their marriage they lived in Smithville, MO where they made their home. Dean passed away on December 17, 2002.
Betty retired from AT&T in 1986. She enjoyed antiquing, collecting, reading, crocheting and planting her flowers. Most of all, Betty loved being a mom to her 6 boys and became an avid sports fan from watching her boys compete. There is a special place in heaven for a mom with 6 boys.
She was preceded in death by her parents James and Opal Ratliff; her husband Dean Johnson; her son Robert Dean Johnson; and her brother James Ratliff, Jr.
Betty is survived by her sons Ron Johnson and wife Norma, Ray Johnson and wife Bernadette; Rick Johnson and wife Rhonda, Randy Johnson and Roger Johnson; thirteen grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; sister-in-law Donice Ratliff; other relatives and many friends.
Visitation: 1:00-2:00 p.m. with Funeral Service at 2:00 p.m. Monday, June 6th at Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Smithville
Burial: Community of Smithville Memorial Cemetery.
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Sharon (Sheri) Payne
Big, huge hugs and much love to all of the Johnson family! Growing up, I remember spending many weekends at Aunt Betty and Uncle Dean’s house! They’re special family and miss them greatly! May God bless all of the Johnson family! Love, the Payne/Johnson Family from the Wichita area!
Lisa Barber
Our love and sympathy to the Johnson family❤️
Shelly Copple
Shane, I’m so sorry for your loss! May she rest in peace.
Jeanne Epperson
I am so very sorry for your loss. Your mom was a great great role model. Always lending a hand when needed. A great mom…all you have to do is look at you guys to see that proof in the pudding. She will be missed. Prayers for all.
Alice Olsted
So sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. I hope she is in a better place and will see the beauty.
Bill and Carolyn Forsyth
Sorry to hear of this, Betty was my sisters best friend . Betty Ann Youtsey was my sister and the two of them took me on lots of there shopping trips.
David Foster
My thoughts with all of the Johnson family. We spent a lot of time together in our school age years between school and church activities. I spent many hours at the Johnson house as a kid. She was a great lady for sure.
Carla McCammon
Betty was a wonderful woman and treasured family. I’m sorry I’m unable to tell her goodbye, but she knew how much I loved her.
Bob Davidson
A wonderful lady and family. Thoughts, prayers and memories
Randall Harris
Sorry to hear of Betty’s passing. Fond memories of her & Dean at FBC so many years ago.
Karla & Ronald Jenkins
I am so sorry to hear about BETTY JOHNSON. She was a very special friend & cousin. I would go visit Betty & Dean in the summer for a week at a time when Bobby was born, he was a fun baby to entertain. My heart is broken for her family. May God give you strength & Love. Love Karla Kay (Shepherd) Jenkins.