In Loving Memory - Sliefert Funeral Homes

N
ancy J. Johnson, age 74, of Albert City, Iowa died Friday, August 8, 2014 at
Iowa Methodist Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa.
Nancy Jean Elg was born September 6, 1939 in Fort Dodge, Iowa, the daughter of Ray
and Alyce (Gustafson) Elg.
Nancy grew up in Harcourt Iowa, graduating from Harcourt High School in 1957.
On September 13, 1958, Nancy was united in
marriage to Delwyn Johnson at the Methodist
Church in Harcourt. Together they were blessed
with two children: Debra and Scott.
Nancy and Del made their home in Albert City.
Nancy began working at the Albert City-Truesdale
School first as a secretary and then went on to be
a school cook for 30 years.
Nancy was a long-time member of the Evangelical Covenant Church and served on the
Ladies Aid Committee.
In her spare time, Nancy enjoyed handiwork which included knitting, crocheting, and
embroidery. Many people will remember her as a wonderful cook and she was talented
when it came to making homemade Swedish dishes. Nancy also enjoyed the time she was
able to spend with her husband at their cabin at Lost Island Lake, near Ruthven, Iowa. Most
of all, Nancy cherished the time she was able
to spend with her family. Attending her
grandchildren’s activities and events was a
highlight of her life. She will be remembered as
a loving wife, mother, grandmother, greatgrandmother, and friend. She will be deeply
missed by all who knew and loved her.
Those left to cherish her memory include her
husband, Del Johnson of Albert City, Iowa; children: Deb Johnson of Ankeny, Iowa; Scott
(Deanna) Johnson of Albert City, Iowa; grandchildren: Cassi (Adam) Skog and their
daughter McKinley of Albert City, Iowa; Andy (special friend, Brynn) Johnson of Mallard,
Iowa; Evan (special friend, Callie) Johnson of Mallard, Iowa; special family friend, Stacy
Sime; extended family and friends.
Nancy was preceded in death by her parents.
In Loving Memory
Nancy Jean Johnson
1939 — 2014
I N M E M O RY O F
I’m Free
Don’t grieve for me, for now I’m free
I’m following the path God laid for me.
Nancy Jean Johnson
September 6, 1939 — August 8, 2014
I took His hand when I heard Him call
I turned my back and left it all.
I could not stay another day
To laugh, to love, to work or play.
Tasks left undone must stay that way.
I’ve found that peace at the close of day.
If my parting has left a void
Then fill it with remembered joy.
A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss.
FUNERAL SERVICE
Wednesday, August 13, 2014 at 10:30 a.m.
Evangelical Covenant Church — Albert City, Iowa
CLERGY
Pastor Lyle Person
Pastor Tyler Johnson
ORGANIST
Marilyn Westholm
Oh yes, these things I too will miss.
Be not burdened with times of sorrow.
CONGREGATIONAL HYMNS
I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow.
“How Great Thou Art”
“Children Of The Heavenly Father”
“Here I Am Lord”
My life’s been full, I savored much,
Good friends, good times, a loved one’s touch.
Perhaps my time seemed all too brief.
HONORARY CASKET BEARERS
Don’t lengthen it now with undue grief.
Cassi Skog, Brynn Johnson, Callie Besaw
Lift up your heart and share with me.
God wanted me now, He set me free.
--author unknown
CASKET BEARERS
Adam Skog, Andy Johnson, Evan Johnson
Craig Johnson, Ron Elg, Merlin Anderson
INTERMENT
W
e wish to express our sincere gratitude for the many kindnesses
Fairfield Township Cemetery
Albert City, Iowa
evidenced in thought and deed, and for your attendance at this
Arrangements by
service. You are invited to join us for lunch and a time of fellowship at the
church immediately following the burial.
—
The Family of Nancy Johnson
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