Lana Johnson
On November 17th, Lana Taylor Johnson passed peacefully in her sleep. Lana was born November 2nd, 1942 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Born to Don and Afton Taylor, her family resided in Wayne County in the town of Bicknell.
Lana was the oldest of five children, she learned responsibility early in life when her mother contracted Polio. Lana helped on the ranch and in the home, the chores were never ending but Lana was always up to the tasks.
Lana was an accomplished musician, she started the violin and piano while living in Bicknell, at sixteen she spent a year living with the Hilgendorf family in Provo where she studied music on a daily basis. According to her mother Afton, this was a reward for all her efforts to help the family and hopefully give Lana a chance for a 'normal' teenage experience. She would carry this love of music throughout her life and instill it in her children and grandchildren.
Lana attended Utah State University where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English. She would finish her Master's Degree in Education later in life, while working at Southern Utah University. While at USU she was asked to write articles for Mademoiselle Magazine, a very high honor for an undergraduate.
During a time of questionable judgement, she lost a bet, eloped and married Met Johnson. Actually, the term soul mates is often overused, but Met and Lana Johnson were the epitome of true love for 52 years.
Lana and Met had many adventures, from living in Japan, to running the livestock auction in Cedar City, Cutting Horse Shows across the west and many ranches. Although their greatest challenge was raising their three boys Taylor, Redge and Ryan… and that challenge persists today.
Lana was an avid golfer, horseman, golfer, snow skier, water skier, golfer, hunter, golfer. She cherished her friendships developed over the years on trails or on fairways.
Lana is survived by her husband, her mother, two sisters, three sons and their wives, and most of all her 7 Grandchildren who she absolutely adored! Lana was very involved with her Grandchildren and encouraged them all to strive for success in many talents.
Join us for a celebration of Lana's incredible life. Services will be held on Friday, November 24th at Cross Hollow Stake Center (2830 W. Cody Dr.) in Cedar City, UT at 11:00 a.m. There will be no viewing. The Grave side service will be held in New Harmony, Utah.
Flowers have been mostly provided by the family. In lieu of flowers the family requests any donations be sent to Huntsman Cancer Institute.
Arrangements are under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary, St. George.
The Spectrum & Daily News | Saint George, Utah | November 22, 2017
On November 17th, Lana Taylor Johnson passed peacefully in her sleep. Lana was born November 2nd, 1942 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Born to Don and Afton Taylor, her family resided in Wayne County in the town of Bicknell.
Lana was the oldest of five children, she learned responsibility early in life when her mother contracted Polio. Lana helped on the ranch and in the home, the chores were never ending but Lana was always up to the tasks.
Lana was an accomplished musician, she started the violin and piano while living in Bicknell, at sixteen she spent a year living with the Hilgendorf family in Provo where she studied music on a daily basis. According to her mother Afton, this was a reward for all her efforts to help the family and hopefully give Lana a chance for a 'normal' teenage experience. She would carry this love of music throughout her life and instill it in her children and grandchildren.
Lana attended Utah State University where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English. She would finish her Master's Degree in Education later in life, while working at Southern Utah University. While at USU she was asked to write articles for Mademoiselle Magazine, a very high honor for an undergraduate.
During a time of questionable judgement, she lost a bet, eloped and married Met Johnson. Actually, the term soul mates is often overused, but Met and Lana Johnson were the epitome of true love for 52 years.
Lana and Met had many adventures, from living in Japan, to running the livestock auction in Cedar City, Cutting Horse Shows across the west and many ranches. Although their greatest challenge was raising their three boys Taylor, Redge and Ryan… and that challenge persists today.
Lana was an avid golfer, horseman, golfer, snow skier, water skier, golfer, hunter, golfer. She cherished her friendships developed over the years on trails or on fairways.
Lana is survived by her husband, her mother, two sisters, three sons and their wives, and most of all her 7 Grandchildren who she absolutely adored! Lana was very involved with her Grandchildren and encouraged them all to strive for success in many talents.
Join us for a celebration of Lana's incredible life. Services will be held on Friday, November 24th at Cross Hollow Stake Center (2830 W. Cody Dr.) in Cedar City, UT at 11:00 a.m. There will be no viewing. The Grave side service will be held in New Harmony, Utah.
Flowers have been mostly provided by the family. In lieu of flowers the family requests any donations be sent to Huntsman Cancer Institute.
Arrangements are under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary, St. George.
The Spectrum & Daily News | Saint George, Utah | November 22, 2017
Lana Johnson
On November 17th, Lana Taylor Johnson passed peacefully in her sleep. Lana was born November 2nd, 1942 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Born to Don and Afton Taylor, her family resided in Wayne County in the town of Bicknell.
Lana was the oldest of five children, she learned responsibility early in life when her mother contracted Polio. Lana helped on the ranch and in the home, the chores were never ending but Lana was always up to the tasks.
Lana was an accomplished musician, she started the violin and piano while living in Bicknell, at sixteen she spent a year living with the Hilgendorf family in Provo where she studied music on a daily basis. According to her mother Afton, this was a reward for all her efforts to help the family and hopefully give Lana a chance for a 'normal' teenage experience. She would carry this love of music throughout her life and instill it in her children and grandchildren.
Lana attended Utah State University where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English. She would finish her Master's Degree in Education later in life, while working at Southern Utah University. While at USU she was asked to write articles for Mademoiselle Magazine, a very high honor for an undergraduate.
During a time of questionable judgement, she lost a bet, eloped and married Met Johnson. Actually, the term soul mates is often overused, but Met and Lana Johnson were the epitome of true love for 52 years.
Lana and Met had many adventures, from living in Japan, to running the livestock auction in Cedar City, Cutting Horse Shows across the west and many ranches. Although their greatest challenge was raising their three boys Taylor, Redge and Ryan… and that challenge persists today.
Lana was an avid golfer, horseman, golfer, snow skier, water skier, golfer, hunter, golfer. She cherished her friendships developed over the years on trails or on fairways.
Lana is survived by her husband, her mother, two sisters, three sons and their wives, and most of all her 7 Grandchildren who she absolutely adored! Lana was very involved with her Grandchildren and encouraged them all to strive for success in many talents.
Join us for a celebration of Lana's incredible life. Services will be held on Friday, November 24th at Cross Hollow Stake Center (2830 W. Cody Dr.) in Cedar City, UT at 11:00 a.m. There will be no viewing. The Grave side service will be held in New Harmony, Utah.
Flowers have been mostly provided by the family. In lieu of flowers the family requests any donations be sent to Huntsman Cancer Institute.
Arrangements are under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary, St. George.
The Spectrum & Daily News | Saint George, Utah | November 22, 2017
On November 17th, Lana Taylor Johnson passed peacefully in her sleep. Lana was born November 2nd, 1942 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Born to Don and Afton Taylor, her family resided in Wayne County in the town of Bicknell.
Lana was the oldest of five children, she learned responsibility early in life when her mother contracted Polio. Lana helped on the ranch and in the home, the chores were never ending but Lana was always up to the tasks.
Lana was an accomplished musician, she started the violin and piano while living in Bicknell, at sixteen she spent a year living with the Hilgendorf family in Provo where she studied music on a daily basis. According to her mother Afton, this was a reward for all her efforts to help the family and hopefully give Lana a chance for a 'normal' teenage experience. She would carry this love of music throughout her life and instill it in her children and grandchildren.
Lana attended Utah State University where she graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in English. She would finish her Master's Degree in Education later in life, while working at Southern Utah University. While at USU she was asked to write articles for Mademoiselle Magazine, a very high honor for an undergraduate.
During a time of questionable judgement, she lost a bet, eloped and married Met Johnson. Actually, the term soul mates is often overused, but Met and Lana Johnson were the epitome of true love for 52 years.
Lana and Met had many adventures, from living in Japan, to running the livestock auction in Cedar City, Cutting Horse Shows across the west and many ranches. Although their greatest challenge was raising their three boys Taylor, Redge and Ryan… and that challenge persists today.
Lana was an avid golfer, horseman, golfer, snow skier, water skier, golfer, hunter, golfer. She cherished her friendships developed over the years on trails or on fairways.
Lana is survived by her husband, her mother, two sisters, three sons and their wives, and most of all her 7 Grandchildren who she absolutely adored! Lana was very involved with her Grandchildren and encouraged them all to strive for success in many talents.
Join us for a celebration of Lana's incredible life. Services will be held on Friday, November 24th at Cross Hollow Stake Center (2830 W. Cody Dr.) in Cedar City, UT at 11:00 a.m. There will be no viewing. The Grave side service will be held in New Harmony, Utah.
Flowers have been mostly provided by the family. In lieu of flowers the family requests any donations be sent to Huntsman Cancer Institute.
Arrangements are under the direction of Spilsbury Mortuary, St. George.
The Spectrum & Daily News | Saint George, Utah | November 22, 2017
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