THOMPSONVILLE – Darlene Johnson, 93, passed away at 10:17 p.m., on Thursday, February 20, 2025, at her home in Thompsonville, IL, surrounded by her family.
She was born on February 28, 1931, to Edward and Mammie (Melvin) Kerley in Thompsonville, IL. On July 1, 1949, she married Jack George Johnson and he preceded her in death on June 15, 2018.
She attended the First Baptist Church in Thompsonville.
Darlene was a loving mother and grandmother. She enjoyed sitting on her swing, planting flowers and watching game shows. She loved visiting with her daughter. In her younger years, she enjoyed camping, fishing and vacationing with her family. Another favorite for Darlene, was taking trips to Walmart and visiting with people she saw there.
Darlene is survived by her children, Terry Johnson and wife, Brenda, of Thompsonville, IL and Pam Wiggins of Benton, IL; nine grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; eight great-great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews that she enjoyed visiting with.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Mammie Kerley; her husband, Jack George Johnson; her son, Mike Johnson; and her son-in-law, G.A. Wiggins.
Services have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 South Main Street, Benton, IL.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Pate Funeral Home, Benton, IL.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at 10:30 a.m., at Pate Funeral Home, Benton, IL, with Brother Larry Miller officiating.
Following the funeral service, burial will take place in the Masonic and Odd Fellows Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to the First Baptist Church in Thompsonville and will be accepted at the funeral home.
Online condolences can be given at www.patefh.com.
