Barbara Ann Johnson

Barbara Ann Johnson, 88, of Chouteau, passed away peacefully at her home on January 5, 2024. Born in May 1936, Barbara lived a life full of love, family, and cherished memories. In August 1985, she married the love of her life, Earnie Johnson, in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Together, they built a beautiful life, creating a home filled with love and laughter. Barbara enjoyed quiet moments on the back patio, admiring the yard lovingly tended by her husband, a testament to his hard work and devotion. Barbara found joy in bird watching, identifying the many feathered visitors to her feeders, and sharing her knowledge with anyone who shared her passion. She also had a deep interest in ancestry research, spending hours uncovering her family's history and preserving their stories for future generations. Her greatest joy, however, was her family. Barbara loved spending time with her siblings, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren, each of whom held a special place in her heart. She treasured every moment with them, creating memories that will be forever cherished. Barbara's warm heart and gentle spirit touched the lives of all who knew her. She will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and all whose lives she enriched.

No formal services are planned at this time. To leave her family a message, please visit her Tribute Wall atwww.shipmansfuneralhome.com. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Shipman’s Funeral & Cremation Service.

Barbara is survived by her husband, Earnie Johnson of the home; Bruce and wife Debra Moore of Madisonville, Louisiana; daughter, Susan Brockus and husband Charlie of Reno, Nevada; brothers, Jerry Shanks and wife Lana of Claremore, Oklahoma, Ron Shanks and wife Linda of Tulsa, Oklahoma, Bill Shanks of Claremore, Oklahoma, and Bob Shanks and wife Marci of Tulsa, Oklahoma; sister, Margaret Guffey and husband Doug of Claremore, Oklahoma; 4 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, and 3 great great grandchildren; and many other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her father, Gano Shanks; mother and step father, Lynne and Lee Myles; and daughter, Nancy Mack.