Clara M. Johnson Obituary
The family announces the passing of Clara M. Johnson of Johnston, Iowa on September 25, 2026. Clara, born on April 19, 1930 in Clare, Iowa, 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 Clara M. Johnson to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Charles Hood and Clara Hood (Fricke); her husband Dick of Duncombe; her siblings, Veronica, Helen, Teresa and Hubert; and her son-in-law John Deer Jr..
She is survived by: her children, Christine Branstad (Terry), Mary Deer, Kevin Johnson (Becky), Karen Leonetti and David Johnson (Teresa); her grandchildren, Eric Branstad (Adrianne), Allison Costa (Jerry), Marcus Branstad (Nicole), Luke Kramme (Chantel), Jennifer Kramme, Benjamin Johnson (Martha), Andrea Leonetti (Mike), Sarah Leonetti, John Leonetti, Michael Johnson and Annie Johnson; and her great grandchildren, Mackenzie, Bridget, Alexis, Cameran, Sofia, Stella, Everett, Fitzgerald, Grayson, Charlotte, Gabe, Owen and Hendrix.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 29th 2026 from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM at the St. Mary of Nazareth Catholic Church (4600 Meredith Dr, Des Moines, IA 50310). A Mass of Christian burial will be held on Tuesday, September 29th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the same location. A reception will be held on Tuesday, September 29th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Vincent de Paul.
