Laura Lee Johnson, age 71 of Clinton, passed away Monday, April 12, 2021 at Mercy One Hospital. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, April 17th at the Pape Funeral Home. Visitation will be held from 11:00 AM until the service time Saturday at the funeral home. Following the service cremation rites will be accorded.
Laura was born in Clinton, Iowa on December 28, 1949, the daughter of Kenneth and Rita (Naughton) Vilmont. She graduated from Clinton High School. Laura married Mike Johnson on June 27, 1987 in Clinton. Laura was a homemaker. She had been employed with Clinton MTA, International Paper, and had bar tended at area bars. She was a member of the Eagles Auxiliary and had served as an Officer with the Clinton Pocket Billiards Association. She enjoyed spending time and attending her grandchildren’s sporting and school activities. She was an avid pool player, was a State Champion Arm Wrestler and enjoyed playing softball in her younger years. She loved her cats, Kitty Boy, Grey Cat, and Naughty; and followed the Cubs and Bears.
Laura is survived by 3 children; James (Jessie) Vroegh of Clinton, Joel Vroegh of Granger, IA and Carie (Tim) Schultheis of Clinton; 6 grandchildren, Marquel (Cole) Stuedemann, Paiton Schultheis, Grayson Schultheis, Mallory Vroegh, Carson Vroegh and Callie Walker; 3 sisters, Donna (Gene) Williamson of Kent, WA, Kathy (Carl) Ormbrek of Seattle, WA and Barbara Stevenson of Clinton; 4 brothers, William (Deb) Vilmont of Camanche, Kenneth (Julie) Vilmont, Jerry (Cheryle) Vilmont and Jim (Pam) Vilmont all of Clinton; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents. Online condolences may be left at www.pap-efh.com.
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My deepest sympathies. Your Mom/Grandma was always such a easy person to talk to when I saw her at the grandkids’ activities. I used to say Hi as I walked by the last few years. Keep reliving those memories……
My friend for more than 50 years, her passing will leave an unfilled void for all of us who loved her. Such a giving, warriors heart; she also lived with much pain. Fly high my friend. Keep watch over your loving family and friends.
I’m sure Laura and my Mom (Vicki Quick) are playing pool in heaven together! ❤
Laura is my youngest sister each year my husband nd I would come back and stay with Laura we would rekindle the family relations play golf watch kids play ball bike ride boat on the river have picnics have a wonderful time she was laid back and ready to have fun had lots of stories about family and especially grandkids she didn’t leave out any of our furry pet friends either she will be greatly missed but not forgotten she was kind and thoughtful she could hold her own when sticking up for family gone to soon!!!!!!!!! Love yah more Donna and Gene
I am Laura’s niece from Arizona.
I haven’t seen her in 20+ years, but when I met her in grade school, I noticed she was spunky and spoke her mind. I found it surprising and very refreshing, because I didn’t know anyone like her. To me, she was one of a kind. Love you, Aunt Laura.
I’m glad you are not in pain and get
to see your loved ones who have passed on. I won’t forget you.
While I hadn’t seen Laura in many years, I can only echo the comments of others in that she was such a wonderful person to have known. Many years ago, when she worked at The Tradewinds, a few of us would play Ray Peterson’s, “Tell Laura I Love Her” on the jukebox, & sarinda her – she hated it, but also liked it a bit. RIP Laura.
Rest in Peace Laura, You were an awesome person and this earth will miss you. Play some great softball in Heaven, they will want you on their team.
Just saw Laura at breakfast a week or so ago and she looked fine and said she was doing well. So sorry to hear this!
So sad to hear of her passing. Always had time to talk a bit when we’d see each other. Was in high school with Laura. We terrorized the Home Ec teacher.
Laura was such a great lady who would do anything for you, a great pool player.RIP LAURA! You will be missed.
Laura was a wonderful person who would do anything for anyone. We will all miss her. Rest in peace Laura. Love you.
Was so very shocked and saddened by news of Laura. What a great lady she was. I always liked her so much. She was a lot of fun to be around. Condolences to all of the family, which I knew many of. RIP Laura. You are already missed.
We’d like to extend our sincere condolences to the families of Laura; she will be forever missed by many. She was a super gal❣