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In Loving Memory Of
Joan Casperson Johnson
1945—2023
Life & Legacy
Joan Casperson Johnson
January 5, 1945 — January 7, 2023
Grantsville, Utah
Joan Casperson Johnson passed away on January 7, 2023, at Cottage Glen assisted living in Tooele, Utah, after several years battling Alzheimer’s.
Joan was born January 5, 1945, in Fairbanks, Alaska to Robert Harrison Casperson and Gladys Marie Garst Casperson. Joan was proud to be from Alaska and lived on the family homestead 23 miles southeast of Fairbanks next to Eielson Air Force Base. She, her sister Donna, and brother Guy attended the Eielson Territorial School on the base.
When Joan was in 6th grade her family moved to Preston, Idaho. She graduated from Preston High School in 1963. It was in Preston she met her future husband Ronald Johnson.
She and Ron were married March 29, 1963 for time and all eternity in the Logan, Utah LDS temple. They made their first home in Preston, Idaho, where Ron completed training to become a teacher. Shortly thereafter they moved to Grantsville, Utah, where Ron began teaching in the Tooele County School District and Joan gave birth to their first child, Jeremy.
Joan had a very outgoing personality and participated a great deal in the community, including local theater, the Grantsville Old Folks Sociable, and working for the Grantsville Gazette. She was very active with the Grantsville Memorial Opera House Theater, playing “Yenta” in Fiddler on the Roof and “Bloody Mary” in South Pacific. Joan had many hobbies but her favorites were performing, documenting history, and genealogy.
After spending many years as a stay-at-home mother, Joan decided to get her college degree. She attended Utah State University extension in Tooele. She obtained her Bachelor’s Degree, graduating with honors in 1993. Soon after graduating she began working as a mutual fund representative for Fidelity Investments. She also had a long acting career, working in theater and film. She loved working at Hale Center Theater, Salt Lake Acting Company, and on TV shows like “Touched by an Angel”. For 11 years Joan was an ordinance worker at the Salt Lake City LDS temple. A calling she was very proud of, especially working with new brides.
Joan is survived by her husband of nearly 60 years, Ronald Johnson; her children: Jeremy Ronald (Robert), Judd Cly (Kimber), Joshua Robert, Jordan Casperson (Michelle), Jacob Russell (Christina), Juliana, and Joanna; her grandchildren: Kepler Judd (7), Zara Margaret (5), Harper Joan (5), and Cassini Yvonne (5), and her sister, Teresa DeSpain (Russ). She was preceded in death by her daughter Jessica, her parents, and her siblings; Gerald Ross, Robert “Guy”, Edna Mae, and Donna Marie.
The viewing will be held at the LDS Stake Center at 550 E. Durfee St. Grantsville, Utah 84029 on Friday, January 13th, from 6pm-8pm and Saturday, January 14th, from 9am-11am with Funeral services following at 11:30am. Interment will be in the Grantsville City Cemetery following the funeral. After the interment, a luncheon will be held at the LDS Stake Center. All are invited to attend.
To view the services via livestrlivestream , click on the following link:
https://grantsville.live/grantsville14th
The Family would like to extend a special thank you to all the staff in the memory care center at Cottage Glen.
Joan will be remembered as a giant personality and will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her. We love you, Joanie!
January 5, 1945 — January 7, 2023
Grantsville, Utah
Joan Casperson Johnson passed away on January 7, 2023, at Cottage Glen assisted living in Tooele, Utah, after several years battling Alzheimer’s.
Joan was born January 5, 1945, in Fairbanks, Alaska to Robert Harrison Casperson and Gladys Marie Garst Casperson. Joan was proud to be from Alaska and lived on the family homestead 23 miles southeast of Fairbanks next to Eielson Air Force Base. She, her sister Donna, and brother Guy attended the Eielson Territorial School on the base.
When Joan was in 6th grade her family moved to Preston, Idaho. She graduated from Preston High School in 1963. It was in Preston she met her future husband Ronald Johnson.
She and Ron were married March 29, 1963 for time and all eternity in the Logan, Utah LDS temple. They made their first home in Preston, Idaho, where Ron completed training to become a teacher. Shortly thereafter they moved to Grantsville, Utah, where Ron began teaching in the Tooele County School District and Joan gave birth to their first child, Jeremy.
Joan had a very outgoing personality and participated a great deal in the community, including local theater, the Grantsville Old Folks Sociable, and working for the Grantsville Gazette. She was very active with the Grantsville Memorial Opera House Theater, playing “Yenta” in Fiddler on the Roof and “Bloody Mary” in South Pacific. Joan had many hobbies but her favorites were performing, documenting history, and genealogy.
After spending many years as a stay-at-home mother, Joan decided to get her college degree. She attended Utah State University extension in Tooele. She obtained her Bachelor’s Degree, graduating with honors in 1993. Soon after graduating she began working as a mutual fund representative for Fidelity Investments. She also had a long acting career, working in theater and film. She loved working at Hale Center Theater, Salt Lake Acting Company, and on TV shows like “Touched by an Angel”. For 11 years Joan was an ordinance worker at the Salt Lake City LDS temple. A calling she was very proud of, especially working with new brides.
Joan is survived by her husband of nearly 60 years, Ronald Johnson; her children: Jeremy Ronald (Robert), Judd Cly (Kimber), Joshua Robert, Jordan Casperson (Michelle), Jacob Russell (Christina), Juliana, and Joanna; her grandchildren: Kepler Judd (7), Zara Margaret (5), Harper Joan (5), and Cassini Yvonne (5), and her sister, Teresa DeSpain (Russ). She was preceded in death by her daughter Jessica, her parents, and her siblings; Gerald Ross, Robert “Guy”, Edna Mae, and Donna Marie.
The viewing will be held at the LDS Stake Center at 550 E. Durfee St. Grantsville, Utah 84029 on Friday, January 13th, from 6pm-8pm and Saturday, January 14th, from 9am-11am with Funeral services following at 11:30am. Interment will be in the Grantsville City Cemetery following the funeral. After the interment, a luncheon will be held at the LDS Stake Center. All are invited to attend.
To view the services via livestrlivestream , click on the following link:
https://grantsville.live/grantsville14th
The Family would like to extend a special thank you to all the staff in the memory care center at Cottage Glen.
Joan will be remembered as a giant personality and will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her. We love you, Joanie!
Memory Wall
In Honor & Remembrance
Sarah Woodward & family
Sarah Woodward & family has purchased Purple Majesty for Joan Johnson
Jan 13, 2023
Kathy Gibble
My cousin, Joan, was the life of the party. She always made us laugh. She was a caring, loving and fun to be with person. She was a very talented actress, and I loved to see her perform in plays and on TV a few times. We all will miss her so much, but she is free from the bonds of dementia and is whole again and reunited with many loved ones and is in the loving care of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Until we meet again, I love you.
Jan 13, 2023
Marty Joyce Gamble Tate
Ron and family,
So sorry to hear about Joan. She was a great friend at Preston High School. I always enjoyed her outgoing personality and fun loving spirit. Love how she always called me M.J. With love,
Mary Joyce Gamble Tate-Roy, Utah
Jan 13, 2023
Dorothy Neddo
I love my dear temple sister, Joan! Joan will forever be in my thoughts and heart! A delightful personality that always brought joy to everyone! She will be a forever friend! My sincere sympathy and love to Ron and his family!
Jan 13, 2023
Richard and Tina Gehrer
Richard and Tina Gehrer has purchased Eco-Friendly Memorial Trees for Joan Johnson
Jan 12, 2023
J Alan, Nate & Greta Griffiths
J Alan, Nate & Greta Griffiths has purchased Blossoming Heart for Joan Johnson
Jan 12, 2023
Jack and Sharon Kenison
Jack and Sharon Kenison has purchased Eco-Friendly Memorial Trees for Joan Johnson
Jan 11, 2023
Susan Swenson
I am so sorry to see this! I have loved Ron and Joan forever…. Being in the same ward for majority of my growing up, and Ron being one of my 6th grade teachers! You are in my thoughts and prayers Johnson family - PS, bet she and my mom and sisters had quite a reunion! 💖🙏💖
Jan 11, 2023
Verlayne Gustsveson Atkinson
I am so sad the world has lost Joan. I wondered why I hadn’t seen her at HCT for a while. My favorite memory of her is when my children were young and we took them to Wheeler Farm for the festivities. We walked into the kitchen of the farmhouse and there were Mr. & Mrs Santa. I recognized Mrs Santa as she walked over to us. I asked her if she remembered me. She squeezed my cheeks and said, “I remember you when you were a little girl growing up in Grantsville.” My husband and kids were so surprised and at that minute I almost believed!! She was the best. I loved seeing her & Ron in their acting roles. She will be missed.
Jan 10, 2023
Brenda Dickman
Ronald iam so sorry for your loss you was my teacher,I remember You guys being Mr and Mrs Claus so my memories of the two of you as I was then a kid your great people thank you
Brenda Dickman
Jan 10, 2023
Junie Harlow
I remember Joan especially while we were performing on the sociable programs. One time Joan came to my house to get some background history on me. She took my leather album with her and returned it totally organized. What a lady.
Jan 10, 2023
Ellen, Jason & Stephanie Camp
Ellen, Jason & Stephanie Camp has purchased Peach Blessings Garden for Joan Johnson
Jan 10, 2023