Linda Lou Johnson of Cheyenne, Wyoming, was born in Shelton, Washington on September 19, 1942.  Her parents, Jack V. Lee and Marjorie Jean Lee, had moved to Washington from their hometown of Lusk, Wyoming.  Jack was called into active duty in the U.S. Army and served in combat in North Africa and Europe during
WW II.  Marjorie, Linda and younger sister Jackie, resided in Lusk until Jack returned from service.

Linda attended schools in Lusk, Riverton and Sheridan .  Upon graduating from Sheridan High School in 1961, she attended Sheridan College and the University of Wyoming, earning a Bachelor of Arts in English Education.  She commenced her teaching career in Buffalo.  In 1965 Linda accepted employment with Laramie County School District No. 1 and shared her love of literature and words with students at Cheyenne Central High School, Carey and McCormick Junior Highs, and finally, East High School where she ended her career with retirement in 1997.  Linda was well known as a demanding English teacher who loved her job and her students.  Linda died too soon after a loving and productive life on March 31, 2001.  Linda's inner strength , determination and generous spirit will be missed.  She was cherished and beloved by so many.

Linda married Alan B. Johnson on March 28, 1969 and they chose to establish roots for their family in Cheyenne; a decision that they never regretted.  Their marriage was blessed with two daughters, Elizabeth Jill Johnson, Janet Ruth Stewart and son-in-law J. Mark Stewart.  Her children provided Linda a full measure of pride in their achievements and joy from their love.

Linda is also survived by her parents, Jack and Marjorie Lee of Wheatland, her sister Jacalyn Strother of Denver, Colorado; her mother-in-law and father-in-law Ruth and Ralph Johnson of Scottsdale, Arizona; her brother-in-law and sister-in-law Steve and Cynthia Johnson of Silver Springs, Maryland, and numerous nieces and nephews who brought laughter and love to her life.

Linda enjoyed participating with her friends in many community activities.  She was a member of Alpha Chi Omega sorority and an ASUW senator while at he University of Wyoming; a life member of the Alumni Association of the University of Wyoming; a member of the American association of University Women; past president of P.E.O. Chapter C; past chairperson of the LCCC style show; and a member of Women's Civic League.  Linda was a member of the Cheyenne Frontier Days Buckle Club and a supporter of the Old West Museum.  Her participation with the Governor's Western Art Show precipitated one of her proudest moments when she led the fundraising for the purchase of a bronze bison, sculpted by Dan Ostermiller, which is placed next to the State Capitol Building on Central Avenue.  In addition to her dedication to the above organizations she was a loving mother, wife and a friend.  Her daughters profess that not a day went by that they didn't know her love for them.  She loved to laugh, share stories, and have fun.  She enjoyed playing a casual game of tennis with friends, and studying literature and poetry.  She listened to music, played the piano with her daughters, and danced with her family in the living room of her house.

Linda's family will always be deeply grateful to her wonderful and loving friends and caregivers who provided constant care and sustenance to her family.  Memorial services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on April 7, 2001, at the First Presbyterian Church, 22nd and Carey Avenue.  Reverend Robert L. Garrard will officiate.  Wiedersphan-Radomsky has charge of the arrangements.

If friends would like to make a memorial in Linda's memory, they may consider the Cheyenne Schools Foundation-Grants for Innovative Classrooms, 2810 House Avenue, Cheyenne WY  82001; the Old West Museum, 4610 A N. Carey Avenue; or a charity of their choice.