Irene Margaret Johnson

While we are morning the passing of our dear friend and sweet Aunt Irene, others are having a joyous reunion with her behind the veil. Irene Margaret Salmon Johnson, 90, passed peacefully on July 20, 2015 in Bountiful, Utah.

Irene was born March 19, 1925 in Mesa, Arizona to John Homer Salmon and Margaret Phoebe White Salmon.  After  graduating from East High in 1944, Irene served an LDS mission to Mexico (1946 -48).  She worked for Phillips Petroleum Co. for 12 years after which she attended BYU, graduating with a BA in elementary ed and a minor in Spanish.  Her education and love for children served her well as she taught in the Huntington Beach City School District until her retirement.

Irene married Cecil M. Johnson, December 20, 1969, they were later sealed in the Los Angeles LDS Temple.  Irene had five stepchildren, many step grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.  She was adored by all of her extended family members who knew they were always welcome to visit her home, first in California and later at her home in Las Vegas.  She always treated her guests to delicious, home cooked meals and gracious hospitality.  Irene was a lifelong, active member of the LDS church.

Irene is preceded in death by her husband, her parents, seven brothers and four half siblings including: Alma (Phil) McGarvey, Cleo (William) Yonkers, E. Glen (Velma) Evans, E. Mary (Bill) Kohler, and brothers, Alvin F. (Erma), Salmon, Melvin John (Gail) Salmon, Orville J. (Mary Jane) Salmon, Eugene M. (Betty Jean) Salmon, Jerry I. (Ruth) Salmon, Dean E. (Sharon) Salmon, and William (Bill) H. (Doris) Salmon.  

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday July 27, with a viewing prior to the funeral at 9:30 a.m. Monday morning.  Services will be held at the Greenfield Ward LDS Chapel, 1298 N. 400 W., Centerville, Utah.  Interment at the Salt Lake City Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers please make contributions to the LDS Missionary Fund.