Luella M. Johnson, 84 of Menomonie passed away on Wednesday, September 6, 2017 at her home surrounded by her loved ones after a long battle with Alzheimer’s.

Lue was born on May 5, 1933 to Otis and Grace (Lang) Frandsen in Eau Claire.  She married Dorvin Johnson on August 16, 1952 at Sacred Heart Church in Eau Claire.  Together they were blessed with three children, eight grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.

Lue is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, Dorvin Johnson; three children, Sherrie Johnson (Clint Mikkelson), Alan (Doreen) Johnson, and Gary Johnson; grandchildren, Chad Wyttenbach, Melissa (Scott) Bertelson, Chris Wyttenbach, Aaron (Tammy) Johnson, Kyle Johnson, Brock Johnson, Ben Johnson, and Brittany Johnson; great-grandchildren, Logan Wyttenbach, Hailey Johnson, and Leah Johnson; and sisters, Rose Schulz and Betty (John) McInnis.

Lue was preceded in death by her parents; and sister, Lillian Reiter.

The family would like to give a special thanks to the staffs at Sacred Heart Hospital, Colfax Rehabilitation Center, and Heartland Hospice for the support and care they gave that helped the family through this tough time. 

Luella elected to not have a memorial service.  She would like everyone to remember her in the happy times.  Friends and family may leave online condolences at www.smithfuneralec.com.