Lesley Jeanne Johnson, 62, of Las Vegas, passed away suddenly Feb. 27, 2017, in Las Vegas. A native of Rochester, NY., Lesley earned her bachelor's degree from the State University of New York, her master's degree from the UNR and her Ph.D from UNLV. Lesley worked many years in the medical field for Valley Hospital as a registered dietitian and as food service director for Desert Springs Hospital. She also taught several years at UNLV in the William F Harrah College of Hotel Administration. For years, Lesley was active in the professional advancement of dietitians throughout Nevada and was a proud member of the Nevada Dietetic Association formerly serving as its president.
Lesley was also active in several dog rescue programs in Las Vegas. Most recently, two of her six dogs earned American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Certification, allowing Lesley and her dogs to work with several agencies within the Las Vegas area serving patients and grade school students. Lesley was also an avid equestrian, owning three horses.
Above all, Lesley was most proud of her son, Gregory Johnson, and her daughter, Stephanie Barger. She is survived by her loving husband, of 38 years, Ronald Johnson; daughter and son-in-law, Stephanie and Jon Barger; brother-in-law and his wife, Larry and Pat Johnson; brother-in-law, Bruce Johnson; aunt, Jeanne Williams; cousin, Christine Wilson; and too many dear friends to mention here.
In lieu of flowers, you are invited to make donations in memory of Lesley to the Las Vegas Valley Humane Society, A Home 4 Spot A Rescue, or to any one of the many dog and horse rescue organizations in Las Vegas. Memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Sunday, March 12, at Palm Mortuary, 6701 N. Jones Blvd. Burial will be private.
Lesley was also active in several dog rescue programs in Las Vegas. Most recently, two of her six dogs earned American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Certification, allowing Lesley and her dogs to work with several agencies within the Las Vegas area serving patients and grade school students. Lesley was also an avid equestrian, owning three horses.
Above all, Lesley was most proud of her son, Gregory Johnson, and her daughter, Stephanie Barger. She is survived by her loving husband, of 38 years, Ronald Johnson; daughter and son-in-law, Stephanie and Jon Barger; brother-in-law and his wife, Larry and Pat Johnson; brother-in-law, Bruce Johnson; aunt, Jeanne Williams; cousin, Christine Wilson; and too many dear friends to mention here.
In lieu of flowers, you are invited to make donations in memory of Lesley to the Las Vegas Valley Humane Society, A Home 4 Spot A Rescue, or to any one of the many dog and horse rescue organizations in Las Vegas. Memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Sunday, March 12, at Palm Mortuary, 6701 N. Jones Blvd. Burial will be private.
Lesley Jeanne Johnson, 62, of Las Vegas, passed away suddenly Feb. 27, 2017, in Las Vegas. A native of Rochester, NY., Lesley earned her bachelor's degree from the State University of New York, her master's degree from the UNR and her Ph.D from UNLV. Lesley worked many years in the medical field for Valley Hospital as a registered dietitian and as food service director for Desert Springs Hospital. She also taught several years at UNLV in the William F Harrah College of Hotel Administration. For years, Lesley was active in the professional advancement of dietitians throughout Nevada and was a proud member of the Nevada Dietetic Association formerly serving as its president.
Lesley was also active in several dog rescue programs in Las Vegas. Most recently, two of her six dogs earned American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Certification, allowing Lesley and her dogs to work with several agencies within the Las Vegas area serving patients and grade school students. Lesley was also an avid equestrian, owning three horses.
Above all, Lesley was most proud of her son, Gregory Johnson, and her daughter, Stephanie Barger. She is survived by her loving husband, of 38 years, Ronald Johnson; daughter and son-in-law, Stephanie and Jon Barger; brother-in-law and his wife, Larry and Pat Johnson; brother-in-law, Bruce Johnson; aunt, Jeanne Williams; cousin, Christine Wilson; and too many dear friends to mention here.
In lieu of flowers, you are invited to make donations in memory of Lesley to the Las Vegas Valley Humane Society, A Home 4 Spot A Rescue, or to any one of the many dog and horse rescue organizations in Las Vegas. Memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Sunday, March 12, at Palm Mortuary, 6701 N. Jones Blvd. Burial will be private.
Lesley was also active in several dog rescue programs in Las Vegas. Most recently, two of her six dogs earned American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Certification, allowing Lesley and her dogs to work with several agencies within the Las Vegas area serving patients and grade school students. Lesley was also an avid equestrian, owning three horses.
Above all, Lesley was most proud of her son, Gregory Johnson, and her daughter, Stephanie Barger. She is survived by her loving husband, of 38 years, Ronald Johnson; daughter and son-in-law, Stephanie and Jon Barger; brother-in-law and his wife, Larry and Pat Johnson; brother-in-law, Bruce Johnson; aunt, Jeanne Williams; cousin, Christine Wilson; and too many dear friends to mention here.
In lieu of flowers, you are invited to make donations in memory of Lesley to the Las Vegas Valley Humane Society, A Home 4 Spot A Rescue, or to any one of the many dog and horse rescue organizations in Las Vegas. Memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Sunday, March 12, at Palm Mortuary, 6701 N. Jones Blvd. Burial will be private.
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