Suzanne M. Johnson, age 60, of Helena, passed away June 3, 2025.
“I could have let my family write my obituary after I was gone, but there were some things I wanted to be sure and say in my own words. So here goes.
I was born to Jerry Johnson and Glenda Craft at St. John’s hospital in Helena. Preceding me in birth were my brothers David, Lloyd, and Lee, my tormentors. Following me in birth were Glenn, Joanne, and Scott, the poor saps.
One of my fondest memories from my hometown of East Helena is the Main Street Park Easter Egg Hunt. I was about 7 or 8 years old when I found the Golden Egg. It was worth a $25 savings bond. That was a lot of money for a kid. I’m pretty sure I spent it all at Lucky’s arcade and candy store as soon as I was allowed. In 7th and 8th grade, I ran cross country and track and played basketball. While running cross country, I would stop at Linda St. Clair’s house for a drink from the hose, back when that was allowed. My passion for sewing started when I sewed my own 8th grade graduation dress in home economics class. Since then I have enjoyed sewing clothes and quilts for my family.
I attended high school at Helena High and Project for Alternative Learning schools.
In 1986, I married Ken Elgen and together we had Nate and Kendra. Later I married Bob Delaney and we had Kyle. Those marriages may not have lasted but they produced 3 wonderful children. I’ve been with Gerry Wheat for 25 fun-filled years of camping, boating, gardening, and home improvements. What an adventure.
When we inherited a boat about 7 years ago, our boating adventures began. With my family, I enjoyed many hours cruising Hauser Lake, from dam to dam. Many summers I hauled my family to the lake for weekends of camping. Life doesn’t get much better than that.
When you think of me, I hope what you will remember that life is short, so appreciate the moments as they happen.
Sue passed away at home, surrounded by family, on June 3, 2025 from metastatic renal cancer.
Sue was preceded in death by her mother, Glenda Craft; father, Jerry Johnson; step-father, Pat Craft; and brothers, Lloyd and Glenn Johnson.”
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Kathy Crawford says
So very sorry to hear about Sue’s passing. My condolences to her family and friends. May she Rest In Peace no more suffering and pain. 💕🙏
Colby Shannon says
It may not have seemed evident, but I was part of the step family, a step child to Scott, Sue’s brother. I was young, but I fondly remember going out to her place for barbecues, gardening, Fourth of July celebrations, and many more. I may not have enjoyed being surrounded by so many people, but Sue always made it enjoyable for us, for me, in this huge blended family. I was with my mom, on our way out to the house the day she passed, and I wanted to tell her that she meant a lot to me, and she was deeply loved. Unfortunately, I didn’t get the chance. But I hope she knows even though I wasn’t a direct family member, that I will deeply miss her. Rest easy honey, away from the pain. We love you.
Kathy springmeyer says
I worked with Sue for a number of years. Sue was clearly a loyal, hard working gal who cared so much for her family. I’m glad Sue is no longer in pain and her spirit is soaring in her next adventure. My sincere condolences to her family and friends for your great loss.
Orpha Smigaj says
Rest in peace Sue. May your family find comfort in all the wonderful memories they have of you.
Sandi Coyle Benson says
Rest now and know your life meant so much to do many. May the days ahead bring peace.