Beverly Jean Johnson

Beverly Jean Johnson, 88, passed away Tuesday, January 17, 2023 at MercyOne Des Moines. Services will be held at Hamiltons' on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines, IA on Tuesday, January 24, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. with visitation 30 minutes prior. Burial will take place at Resthaven Cemetery in West Des Moines followed by a luncheon at the Elks Lodge, 2060 NW 94th St., Clive, IA.

Beverly was born June 20, 1934 in Des Moines, IA to Mabel M. (Wolfe) and Leland D. Highland. Together with her late husband Carroll, they made their home in Des Moines and raised their 5 children. She was always the life of the party whether hosting a get together, attending her lunch bunch or living her dream as "grandma". Beverly was the biggest fan at all of the numerous performances, games and activities.

She is survived by her children, Debra Shepard, John (Lisa) Johnson, Mark (Natalie) Johnson, Patrick (OkCha) Johnson, and Lesa (Roger) Martinson; her sister, Evelyn Davis; niece, Jenny (Chris) Bell; 10 grandchildren; and 9 great-grandchildren.


Memorial contributions may be directed to Richard Deming Cancer Center at MercyOne or West Des Moines Elks Lodge #2752.

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