Elaine Johnson Obituary
The family of Elaine Johnson (Slayton, Minnesota) announces her passing on September 15, 2026. Elaine, born on September 30, 1935 in Madelia, Minnesota, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Elaine Johnson or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Oscar Lilleodden and Thea Helling Lilleodden; her husband John; her grandson Sammy Eric Annerl; and her siblings, Ann, Mae Lilleodden, Jane, Joan Lilleodden and Harvey Lilleodden.
She is survived by: her children, Natalie (Terry Schmidt), Thomas Johnson of Eden Prairie, MN, Barbara (Dave Kiesow), Eric (Linda Johnson) and Ann (Richard Ott); her siblings, Leanore Johnsen of Crookston, MN, Roger (Karin Lilleodden) and James (Bonnie Lilleodden); her siblings-in-law, LaDonna Lilleodden of New Ulm, MN, Sandra and Craig (Bernice Johnson); and her grandchildren, Cassidy Paulzine, TJ Schmidt, Brittany Schneider, Nick Kiesow, Taylor Kiesow, Carly Anderson, Jack Johnson, Jake Johson, Alex Ott and Lauren Ott. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, one great-great grandson.
Visitation was held on Tuesday, September 22nd 2026 from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Totzke Funeral Home (2100 Broadway Ave, Slayton, MN 56172). A funeral service was held on Wednesday, September 23rd 2026 at 10:30 AM at the Our Savior's Lutheran Church (246 Hayes, Dovray, MN 56125).
