Evelyn Dorene Johnson, 92, passed away peacefully in her sleep on February 6, 2026.
Born on March 21, 1933, in the Town of Macomb, she was the daughter of Arnold Wesley and Marion Irene (Finley) Wylie.
On June 10, 1951, Evelyn married her teenage sweetheart and the love of her life, Robert G. Johnson. Their beautiful love story spanned 72 devoted years, until his passing in 2023. United, they established a life centered on family and lasting commitment, raising four children: Vicky of Federal Way, WA; Scott (Thayne) of Snohomish, WA; Marion (Don) of Marysville, WA; and Robert Wayne Johnson, who preceded her in death on October 7, 2025. She is lovingly remembered by her four grandchildren, thirteen great-grandchildren, and eleven great-great-grandchildren.
Evelyn’s husband worked in heavy construction, and the family traveled across many states before eventually settling in Federal Way, Washington. While raising her children, Evelyn worked at a paper mill in the Gouverneur area, packing apples in Chelan, and later as a nurse’s aide and housekeeper.
Family was the heart of Evelyn’s world. She cherished time spent with loved ones and friends, whether playing bingo, visiting the casinos, reading Amish novels, or enjoying the companionship of the many cats she adored throughout her life. During her years raising her children, she found joy in gardening, square dancing, and cooking. She was especially known for hosting unforgettable Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners, welcoming nearly 30 family members with open arms and a table overflowing with food.
Evelyn was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, Delbert Floyd Wylie and Eddy Arnold Wylie; her sister, Donalda Earlene Wylie; her beloved husband, Robert G; and her son, Robert Wayne.
In a poignant reminder of life’s continuity, on the very day Evelyn passed, her 11th great-grandchild, Jaylynn Renae Marshall, was born.
Evelyn will be laid to rest at Marysville Cemetery in Marysville, Washington, reunited with the love of her life and held forever in the hearts of those who cherished her.