Heidi L Johnson Ritzville, Washington Obituary

Heidi L Johnson

Heidi Lynne Johnson, age 57, of Othello, Washington, went to be with her Father in heaven on the 7th of September, 2021, in Tacoma, WA. Heidi was born in Hillsboro, Oregon to Leslie Christina Nelson and Lewis Gene Hornsby. She went to school in Warden, Washington, graduating in 1982. She married Stanley Lockard on June 16th, 1983, in Othello, Washington, working as a waitress at Freddy's Restaurant until she gave birth to her first son, Jeffrey, in December of 1983. Once she had children, she devoted all her time to being a stay at home mom. Heidi and Stan had two additional children, Christina and Johnathon, and later divorced in 1990. On October 3rd, 1992, she married the love of her life, Kenneth Richard Johnson, in Othello, Washington. Heidi and Ken settled in Othello, and after a year of marriage, gave birth to their daughter, Kayleen in 1993. Heidi was a full time mom and wife until 2007 when she went to work for the Othello School District as a paraprofessional, working at McFarland, Lutacaga, and Scootney Springs over the course of 14 years. She loved working with children and that was evident in the many lives she touched while with the Othello School District. She loved Jesus with all of her heart, loved to share her faith, would offer a kind word and a hug to everyone she met, and lived her life in service and love to her family. Heidi is preceded in death by her father, Lewis Hornsby, her brother, Wade Bryant, her father and mother in law, Richard Johnson and Marie Laughlin, and two grandchildren, Axel and Coby Johnson. Heidi is survived by her devoted husband, Kenneth Johnson, her son Jeffrey Lockard and his wife Amy, her daughter Christina Lockard and her fiance Ricardo, her son Johnathon Lockard and his wife Janae, and her daughter Kayleen Johnson and her fiance Chris. In addition, she is survived by twelve grandchildren: Ian, Dominic, Haylie, Jackson, Faith, Micah, Jayden, LilyMay, Zachary, Camden, Paisley, and Samantha. She is survived by her mother, Leslie Kliphardt, step father, Fritz Kliphardt, mother-in-law, Wanda Johnson, four brothers, Terry, Jeff, Neil, and Mike, one sister, Jennifer, along with many other family and friends whom she loved dearly. Heidi’s family wish to express their gratitude to the medical professionals that advocated and fought on her behalf during her final weeks. In addition, they would like to thank the community of Othello for their prayers and support during this time. In lieu of flowers, the family requests people make donations to the Othello Community Christmas Baskets in her name.
May 8, 1964 - September 7, 202105/08/196409/07/2021
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Janet Bailey
October 17, 2021
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Michele Woodruff Peters
September 17, 2021
She Called Me "Sweetie"

Heidi was nearly thirteen and I only four when I came to live in with her and her family. Fresh out of foster care, my brother and I joined the house with four older children. She, the only other girl, had a new roommate. I imagine it had felt ve...
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Randi Freeman
September 12, 2021
I've lived in many places in this world and I've truly never met a kinder soul than Heidi Johnson. I was so blessed to have a few years working as her colleague at Scootney. I never tired of chatting with her about her life, her family, and the students she served with s... Continue Reading
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Mary Gardner
September 11, 2021
I was so sorry to hear about Heidi. I got to know Heidi when our 2 youngest children were in preschool together (Preston & Kayleen). She was ALWAYS so happy! She would call me Hon. Whenever we would run into each other she would want to know all about how I was doing. I... Continue Reading
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Suzanne
September 11, 2021
Dear Ken and family, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of your beautiful Heidi. Her smile was truly contagious and her amazing spirit and love for Jesus shinned through it. I know how special Heidi and your family were to mom and dad (Hugh and Lois) and I know they ... Continue Reading
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Amy Valdez
September 10, 2021
I have been welcomed with Heidi hugs since the young age of 7. Living only a couple blocks away, I spent a lot of time at the Johnson home. I have memories with all of her wonderful kids over the span of 20 years. I am so thankful that over the last few years, I had the ... Continue Reading
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Francis Martinez
September 10, 2021
"Sweetie" from Heidi always hit different. It made you feel warm inside, I can literally hear her voice in my head "hi sweetie" or "oh sweetie, anything you need love, you let me know" and the hugs, were the best! She would give me a little squeeze and a little dance bac... Continue Reading
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Birdie Fought
September 10, 2021
I’m flooded with Naz church memories with our families enjoying faith, family & friendship. But family church camp was an epic time.
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Shawna Juarez
September 10, 2021
Heidi was a beautiful and kind soul who impacted every person that she came in contact with. She always welcomed me into her home with loving hugs, encouragement, and a warm smile. She will always be loved and never be forgotten. Love ❤️ Always