Ramona Novilene

Johnson

Ramona Novilene Johnson, 86, of Hope, AR, also known as "Ms. Mickey", passed away July 23, 2023.

She was a golden lady who was born in Strong Union, AR September 24, 1936. She loved Jesus, romance books, reading her bible, her dogs and cats, spending time with her family, and giving her life to others whether it was at work or church. If anyone knew her, you loved her. She was pure light and joy. If she was laughing, you heard it from the other room. She was a member of Living Hope Fellowship for more than 40 years and went to Gurdon High School successfully as a straight A student on the homecoming court. She was a loving mother and grandmother in her later years.

She is preceded in death by both her parents, Hubert Eugene and Lois Edith Toland; her sisters, Gloria Jean, Janice Juanita, and Lois Anne; one brother, Jewel Donald Toland; one daughter, Julie Ann Cole.

She is survived by her sons, Russell Edward Johnson (Dorothy) of Millington, TN and Steven Ray Johnson; two granddaughters, Bethanie Ann Nava and Rachel Alaine Cole of Fort Smith, AR; and one precious great grandson, Alejandro "Alex" Joaquin Nava. She had serval more grandchildren, great grandchildren, cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Funeral services will be under Herndon-Fuqua Funeral Home. A private burial is planned for July 29, 2023 at 10:00 AM at Rose Hedge Cemetery in Gurdon, Arkansas with Bro. Toby Bane officiating.