Ruth Evelyn Griffin Johnson Obituary
The family announces the passing of Ruth Evelyn Griffin Johnson (Hazen, Arkansas) on August 25, 2026. Ruth, born on July 13, 1932, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ruth Evelyn Griffin Johnson to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Nellie Lucille Griffin and Clifford Roy Griffin; her brothers, Roy, Jim and Bud; her cousin Polly Hammack; and her daughter Dr. Sharon J. Leslie.
She is survived by: her daughter Evelyn Golleher (Mitch); her grandchildren, Elaine Lee (David), Griffin Golleher (Ashley), Blaine Leslie (Ashley) and Megan Leslie; her great grandchildren, Lucy, Carter, Fletcher, Blake, Keller, Olivia and Nathan; her cousins, Kaye Blackmon and Nancy Kittler; and her close friend Patsy Brandt.
A funeral service was held on Tuesday, September 1st 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Westbrook Funeral Home (183 N Livermore St, Hazen, AR 72064).
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging.
