Johnna Jeanette Bissett passed away suddenly on May 6, 2017 due to a tragic accident while camping with her beloved family, she was 41 years old.
Johnna was born to Donna Lynn Vaughan and Charles Bradley Frye on March 28th, 1976 in Levelland, TX. Her family moved to Lubbock, TX where Johnna graduated from Monterrey High School. Her passion for helping people brought her to Houston TX, where she graduated from the National Institute of Technology, where she started her career as a medical technician. Johnna married James Stanley Bissett on March 19, 2005 in League City, TX. James and Johnna combined passion for the mountain and outdoors led them to Helena, MT.
Some of Johnna’s favorite hobbies were camping, fishing, hunting, hiking, raising animals, getting lost in the mountains, being active in their church and helping others in need. She was active at Mount Helena Community Church and Last Chance Chapel.
Johnna is survived by her husband; James Bissett Jr., children; Justin and Meacheala, parent; Donna Vaughan Frye, and brothers; Robert and Brock. She is preceded in death by her father; Charles Bradley Frye, grandparents; Robert C. and Eva Vaughan and James and Betty Stillwell.
A viewing will begin at 12:00 p.m. with the funeral service starting at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, May 13th at the Last Chance Chapel, 6240 Raven Road, Helena. A reception will follow the service in the fellowship hall of the church. Please visit below to offer a condolence to the family or to share a memory of Johnna.
Service Schedule
Viewing
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Saturday May 13, 2017
Last Chance Chapel
6240 Raven Road
Helena , Montana 59602
Funeral Reception
Following the service
Saturday May 13, 2017
Last Chance Chapel Fellowship Hall
,
Service Schedule
Viewing
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Saturday May 13, 2017
Last Chance Chapel
6240 Raven Road
Helena , Montana 59602
Funeral Reception
Following the service
Saturday May 13, 2017
Last Chance Chapel Fellowship Hall
,
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Traci Christensen says
Jim, I am so sorry to hear about Johnna. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the kids. Your Wyoming family is here if you need anything.
Brittney Wilburn says
Jim, Michaela and Justin my heart goes out to you and your family. I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Johnna what a wonderful lady I am so glad I had the pleasure of working with such an amazing woman for the time that I did. You are all in my prayers.
Elena Rodriguez says
Jim, I’m so sorry to hear about Johnna. God bless your family. My prayers are with you and your children.
Sherri Colberg says
Meacheala, We are so sorry to hear about your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please know your Library family is thinking of you.
Jeanne Morigeau says
Meacheala, my heart is breaking for you and you are constantly in my thoughts. We miss you and will be here for you when you’re ready. We are keeping you lifted up from the library. My deepest condolences to you and your family.
Bob Martinez says
Jim, So sorry for your lost. We will be praying for you and the kids.
Stormi Valdez says
Jim,
I am so sorry about the passing of Johnna. You and the kids will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Melane Lee says
Jim,
Please know you are in my payers.
Karen McDonald says
Jim,
I am so sorry to hear of the tragic loss of your wife. Please know that I’ll be praying for peace and comfort for you and your family.
William L. O'Neal, Jr. says
Jim,
You have my deepest sympathies, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Judy Walker says
We are heartbroken to hear of the tragic loss of your precious daughter, wife, mother, and friend, Johnna. There are no words, only prayers to express how sorry we are.
Love, Darrell and Judy Walker and families
MarlaAnne (Jacoby) Mousseau says
Dear Bissett Family,
Every time I saw Johnna she was always smiling, she would listen to me and my woes and would pray for the reconciliation of my daughter’s and my relationship. I had not seen her in a couple of years so I was not able to tell her our prayers had been answered (but I’m sure Jesus has told her by now and she is smiling) this world is a sad place without her beautiful smile, I know she is heaven’s joy. Please find comfort in knowing how many people’s lives she touched and blessed (like me) that you either didn’t know, or knew only knew in passing. Blessings, MarlaAnne Jacoby Mousseau
Kelly Northcott says
Jim,
So very sorry to hear of this loss for you and your family. I can only imagine. Sincerest condolences to you and yours at this time.
Natalie Walker Carter says
I as well as many others are heartbroken at the loss of our sweet Johnna. There are no words to express how much we loved her and her sweet family. All I can say is that we are keeping her loved ones in our prayers and close to our hearts. We are here if needed at any time. All our love always!
Quincy and Natalie Walker Carter and family
Ned and Cathy Walker
Matt Walker
Shan Spencer says
Jim, Meacheala, Justin,
We are so sorry to hear and feel this tragic accident. Our hearts are broken with yours. We all know that Johnna is in a beautiful place and will be missed dearly. You all will be in our prayers. Jim, you and the kids know that we are here for you anytime bud.
Shan and Candi
Paul Ford says
Donna, Jim, and family,
We are deeply sorry for the sudden loss of Johnna. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Johnna will be missed but not forgotten.
Blessings,
Nabors Shared Services
Barry Wilson says
Jim,
I am so sorry to hear about Johnna. Please know that you and the kids are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless You.
Scott and Jo Cruse says
Jim, Meacheala, Donna and Justin, we are so, so, sad and heartbroken for you all. What a tremendous loss. Johnna made a difference in this world and she is missed. We are praying for all of you. Much Love.
David Harvey says
We so enjoyed having Johnna in our Life Group, and getting to know Jim and the kids. It’s hard to understand why things like this happen, we are shocked and deeply saddened of this news. You are in our prayers, may God bless you in the difficult times ahead.
Pfeiffer's says
Jim, Meacheala, Justin
Johnna , was one of those people that you instantly fell In love with. She was a hard worker, she was a joy to be around and talk with. She took pride in everything she did. Her family was her greatest love. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sharon Knapp says
I go to Last Chance and had met Johnna at a Wednesday evening service. We chatted a bit, she shared that her grandfather was ill and that he had raised her. She shared her concern about possibly not being able to go see him before he passed. We hugged and parted ways. From that moment, I felt a very positive, spiritual presence in her. I believe she is with her grandfather looking down with joy and sadness. Joy of being with him, sadness because she has left her earthly family behind. Please rest assured that you will all be together again someday.
Jessica says
Jim, Meacheala, Justin
Johnna, was a great lady with a strong personality, she made a difference in the lives that she touched. We were heartbroken to her about her passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with all you in this time of sorrow. May God bless you all.
Jessica and Corey Slates
Deb Chouinard says
Jim, Michaela & Justin-I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know your Job Service family is with you in thought and prayer during this difficult time. Jim, if there is anything that I can do, please do not hesitate to call. May all of the good and happy memories of beautiful Johnna be of comfort to you in the difficult days ahead. Deb Chouinard
Steve Heaverlo says
My sincere condolences to you and your family for your loss.
Kara Barnes says
Just wanted y’all to know we are praying for each one of you. I am so sorry that we cannot be there to hold y’all. Johnna was an amazing person and our hearts are completely broken and hurt deeply for y’all. We love y’all so very much!
Kara, Lance, Lita and Preston
Uncle Royce and Aunt Charlotte
Rick and Sheila and Lori and Al
Brooke Grandpre says
Jim, Michaela and Justin,
You all are in my thoughts and prayers. We did not spend a lot of time together but the time I spent with Johnna I was deeply touched by her love and compassion. You all are a wonderful family and I pray for God’s peace and comfort for you. Please know that I am always here if you need anything.
Love Brooke, Hailey and Ian Granpre
Shannon Swenson says
This news absolutely broke my heart. Johnna was a special person in my life and I am so sad to know that she is gone. Immediately grateful though. She knew Jesus and she is home with Him far too soon. Lots of prayers, tears, laughs and good memories with her. Praying for peace and comfort for Jim, the kids and her family in Texas. She loved you all fiercely.
Shannon
LIBBY says
Jim, we were shocked and saddened to hear the terrible news. Words cannot properly express the sorrow we feel for you and the family. So glad that we were able to meet you, Johnna and the children in Billings. It is not easy to lose someone you love, may you find peace in the days to come. We will be thinking about you all. Love, Denny & Libby (Mimi & Pop)
Byron Erickson says
Grieving with you…. Our great hope in eternal life promised by our Lord keeps us going. May the comfort of the Spirit be with you now and always. Byron
Julie J Foster says
My heart hurts for the loss of our beautiful Johnna. Please know that all of you Jim, Michaela ,Justin, and Donna
are in our prayers and thoughts. Johnna was such a special lady and touched so many lives. Know that we love you and we grieve with you. May God provide comfort and strength for you all.
Sandy and Julie Foster
Randy Hurst says
About my friend, Johnna Bissett,
If the measure of a person’s life is found in how much they touched the lives of others, then Johnna’s life was lived to the fullest measure. No matter what the situation, at the end of the day, she demonstrated the true meaning of the words of Christ; “Love ye one another”.
Over the past few years, as my wife and I got to know Johnna, it became clear that her concern for others was genuine. While my grandchildren were still strangers to her, she showed compassion for their physical and spiritual wellbeing. She selflessly opened her home and her heart to my family, and for that I am eternally grateful. The positive influence she exerted on my grandchildren, as well as on my son, my wife and myself will not fade.
It was my great honor to know her. Pat and I truly enjoyed her company, her laughter, and our candid conversations. In this life, she will be sorely missed, but we rejoice in the reunion to come. To Jim, our prayers are with you, may you find the peace of God, through Christ Jesus our Lord.
Randy M. Hurst Sr.
Robin Reagle says
I’m sorry for your loss!
I remember she is a beautiful person! 
she will always be in our hearts! prayers go out too everyone who knew her!
Sue Jackson says
Jim and children–I can only imagine how difficult it must be for you all to lose Johnna. It must have jerked out your hearts. I know there is nothing I can do to help, but I would if I could. Sincerely, Sue Jackson
Brad and Jen Garber says
Jim,
Brad and I are here for you and the children, anything , anytime. I pray for peace that surpasses all comprehension, I know Johnna knew Jesus as her Lord and Savior and knowing that means we will spend eternity with her in Heaven. I pray for the children and you as you heal and continue life here on earth until one day you will be back with Johnna in the presence of God.
Brad and Jen
Clyde says
Hello Jim,
I just heard the devastating news. My heart surrounds you and your family. You have a house in Austin when you need an escape. Deepest condoloensces.
Syd Minnerly says
Hey there, Jim…
I am so sorry to hear about Johnna. I hope you and the kids find light in the memories you shared during this difficult time.
Janet Wisnowski says
Jimbo
My heart goes out to you and your children. I pray that God will grant you mercy and peace in your time of need. May God be with you.
TJ & Kiki Moses says
Jim, my family and i are lifting you and yours in prayer. Such a terrible loss but a huge welcome in Heaven for her. She will be embraced by our Savior Jesus until we all are together again.
The Moses Family