Evelyn A. Johanson's Obituary
Evelyn A. Johanson Age 85, passed away with her family by her side on April 14, 2010 in Tacoma, Washington. She lived a full and happy life with her family, friends, and her faith. Evelyn loved dancing, music, being kind to others, and musicals. Evelyn was born on June 8, 1924 in Tacoma to Hans and Lina Lavik, and had two brothers, Arvid and Lawrence. She attended Jason Lee Junior High School and was a proud graduate of Stadium High School, class of 1942. She met the love of her life, John L. Johanson, at a box social while attending the University of Washington. They were married and settled in Tacoma, where they raised four wonderful children. The Johansons were among the founding members of St. Mark's Lutheran Church by The Narrows. After spending years raising her kids, she began careers at both the University of Puget Sound and United States Geological Survey. Evelyn was a proud member of the Daughters of Norway and enjoyed volunteering at Tacoma General Hospital. She continued to be a loyal member of the St. Mark's congregation. Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Arvid, and her husband John L. Johanson. She is survived by her loving brother, Larry Lavik, and his wife Virginia, as well as their three children (Larry, Jenny and Sandi) and their grandchildren. Evelyn's children, Harold (Leslie), Gary (Yoko), Nancy (Greg), and Patti (Jeff), grieve at losing their wonderful Mother, but celebrate her life and all that she accomplished and gave so unselfishly. She was blessed with ten grandchildren, Kimiko, Chris, Miyuki, Christy, Kevan, Katie, Lavena, Hans, Evan and Jinyu. A celebration of her life will be held at St. Marks Lutheran Church by The Narrows on Tuesday, April 20th, 2010 at 1:00 p.m., followed by a reception. A private graveside service will be at Mountain View Memorial Park. Please sign online guestbook at www.mountainviewtacoma.com . Please make donations in Evelyn's memory to American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org or Tacoma Lutheran Home at www.lutheranhome.org .
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