Patricia Johnson
January 24, 2017
Patricia Johnson, 77, of Des Moines, passed away from complications of pneumonia, Tuesday, January 24, 2017, at University of Iowa Hospitals in Iowa City.
Patricia was a longtime resident of Des Moines, where she spent her life as a homemaker, wonderful mother to her four children, and a good friend to many.
Patricia is survived by her husband of 59 years, Venzel; sons, Mike (Roxanne) Johnson of Carlisle, Jef (Laura) Johnson of Hastings, MN, and Roger Johnson of Des Moines; daughter, Linnea Johnson of Des Moines; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; sister, Zona Morin of International Falls, MN; many nieces and nephews as well as so many very important friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Ole and Julia; brothers, Ken, Alton and Loyd; sisters, Joveney and Bonnie.
Memorial contributions may be made to Iowa Lutheran Hospital, University of Iowa Hospitals or the American Cancer Society.
A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date. Rest well, Mom- we all love you, more than words can say.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Linnea
11/20/2024
Miss you Mom. I can't believe it's been nearly 8 years..... I'm still watching for you! Until next time. Love you bunches.
Linnea
12/10/2018
It's me again mama. I watch and I watch, but yet, I'm unable to see. It's been a tough year, mom. I'm glad you didn't have to see my mistake, and my injury...it would have hurt you terribly. But I sure could have used your arms around me. I love you, mom. I miss you so much I sometimes think I can't stand it. I hope you're watching over us... Our family is whole again....she's back...Melinda is back. And we are now a complete family, less our beautiful ma. You'd be over the moon. Perhaps you are. God, I miss you Mom. Love you always.
Linnea
09/21/2018
I wish you were here mama. I could use your smile, your laughter, a hug....I watch for you always. I love you so much it hurts. Mama...don't forget how much I love you.
Linnea
01/27/2018
I miss you Mom. So darn much.
LeAnne (Smith) Fifield
01/29/2017
So very sorry to hear of Pat's passing, seems like just a few years ago she was trying to ride a motorcycle. I hope all the wonderful memories give you comfort. She was so sweet, talented, & giving. My thoughts and prayers are with you all!!
Susan
01/27/2017
Sparkly blue eyes that made every kid feel loved.
Susan, Dan, David, Ott, Joe, Natalie, and Olivia send love to you all.
Chris Cannon
01/27/2017
Going to miss her ,so many years of memories. Cutting my mothers grass the last few years we always talked .She was so kind to me and everyone.
Linnea
01/27/2017
Mama, you promised.....
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Karen zaren
01/27/2017
Zona and family so very sorry to hear about Pat many prayers to all of you .
Sandy Jacobs
01/26/2017
Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Pat was a loving, kind person who knew no strangers. She had so much love and pride for her family and had such a gift of making everyone feel welcome in her home. I always enjoyed visiting with Pat and I will miss her until the day I see her again. May God give you, Pat's family, peace. Rest in peace my friend.
Tammy Harter (Jacobs)
01/26/2017
Pat was a wonderful woman, and a second Mom to me. She had a smile that could light up a room and a laugh that will forever be a part of my memories. Growing up, every time I was there, someone was stopping over for coffee and a chat. I have such fond memories of Pat and her brothers and sisters all together telling stories. Good times, great memories. Thanks Pat for your love and friendship. You will be so dearly missed!
Mitch Tolpingrud
01/25/2017
Venzel and cousins, my deepest sympathy to you. Early memories from the60's & 70's are wonderful, but I also treasure rare visits with Aunt Pat in the last couple decades - I believe the last time was 2008 in June. Pat made me feel good to be there,
God's Peace to you Nephew Mitch