Katherine Barton Johnson Obituary
The passing of Katherine Barton Johnson of Chevy Chase, Maryland occurred on August 28, 2026. Katherine, born on October 16, 1932 in Easton, Maryland, is remembered by those who knew her. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Katherine touched many lives and will be remembered fondly for the moments shared and the memories created. Family, friends, and colleagues extend their love and support during this time. While Katherine’s presence will be missed, the influence she had on others will remain. Those who knew her will carry forward memories that reflect her character and spirit.
She was predeceased by: her parents, William Edward Barton and Katherine Wilson Barton. She is survived by: her husband Marshall P (Johnson); and her cousin James Barton of Queen Anne, MD.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, September 23rd 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Chesterfield Cemetery.
If friends wish to send memorial donations in memory of Mrs. Johnson, her wish was for donations to be sent to Children's National Hospital Foundation, ATT: Gift Administration, 1 Inventa Place, 6th Floor, West Silver Spring, MD 20910 (https://give.childrensnational.org). Washington National Children's Hospital Foundation, ATT: GIFT ADMINISTRATION 1 Inventa Place, 6th Floor, West Silver Spring MD 20910 Tel: 1-202-476-5000 Web: http://give.childrensnational.org.
