Karen Amelia Johnston

karen johnston

July 6, 1944 ~ April 13, 2022

Karen Amelia Johnston, age 77, of Geneva, passed away Wednesday, April 13, 2022 at UH Geneva Medical Center. She was born July 6, 1944, the daughter of Emerson and Thelma (Porter) Henslee.   Karen worked at Active Plumbing for many years before going to work alongside her husband, Ralph, at North Ridge Yamaha. She loved being active outdoors, and enjoyed bicycling, playing golf, and spending time with friends and family.   She is survived by her husband, Ralph Johnston, Sr.; sons, Douglas (Doreen) Kern, Jr., Richard (Kristen) Kern; step-son, Ralph Johnston, Jr.; step-daughter, Jill (Joe) Jirousek; grandchildren, Carlin, Megan, Jack, Jordan, Taylor; step-grandchildren, Justine, Jannelle, Carson, Evan; step-great grandchildren, Bentley, Brooklynn; sister, Linda Smith; brother, Alan (Mary) Henslee. She was preceded in death by her parents.   Private family services will be observed. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association, National Center, 7272 Greenville Avenue, Dallas, TX  75231 or to the Alzheimer’s Association of Cleveland, 23215 Commerce Park Suite 300, Beechwood, OH 44122. The Behm Family Funeral Home is assisting the family at this time.Online obituary and condolences may be viewed at www.behmfuneral.com

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  1. My oldest and dearest friend. So many memories going back so many years. Family vacations”Little Mighty” will be truly missed.


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