Sandra Lynne Johnson

 Johnson, Sandra Lynne, formerly of Omaha, passed away, 8-18-20, at her home in Glen Haven, Colorado. She was 52 years old, born in Omaha, Nebraska to Donald and Beverly Johnson on 3-23-68. She is preceded in death by her parents: Donald J. Johnson and Beverly A. Avey; grandparents: Hubert and Dollie Pierce, and James and Theresa Johnson. She is survived by family and loved ones who cherished her beyond words, niece and family care giver: Jessica Smith, of Colorado; friend: Matthew Miller, of Colorado; sister and legal guardian: Cher (Hal) Smith, of Lincoln, NE; brother: Steven (Sue) Johnson, of Gretna, NE; nieces: Cheyenne and Cierra Johnson, Jennie and Jamie Balkovec, Jodie (Alex Wooters) Smith, great niece: Hallie Wooters; friends: Diane Harris, All Friends Support Team, Estes Park Home Health Nurses & Staff; and numerous family and friends.

 Sandi will always be remembered for giving the biggest and best hugs. Growing up she participated in the Special Olympics and was the March of Dimes Poster Child. She loved FaceTiming, taking photos, drawing, watching the Price is Right w/ Bob Barker, and Mr Rogers Neighborhood. She adored animals and visits to the Petting Zoo. Some of her favorite outings included visiting the beautiful lakes in Estes Park. She made everyone she loved feel special. She was extremely close to her mom, who died on Christmas Day 2019. Sandi became ill 2 months later. Her fight lasted 5 months before losing her battle to multi organ failure from Covid-19. She will always be our special angel, we miss her terribly.

Please remember Sandi by donating to the Special Olympics.

In honor of the love Sandi and her mom, Beverly had they were laid to rest together at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Omaha, Nebraska on 5-30-23.