Marian Ritchie Johnson's obituary , Passed away on August 18, 2025 in Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Marian Ritchie Johnson

August 29, 1927 - August 18, 2025 (97 years old)

Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Marian Ritchie Johnson's obituary , Passed away on August 18, 2025 in Chapel Hill, North Carolina

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Marian Ritchie Johnson

August 29, 1927 - August 18, 2025 (97 years old)

Chapel Hill, North Carolina

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Marian Ritchie Johnson Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Marian Ritchie Johnson of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, whose life came to an end on August 18, 2025 at the age of 97, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Marian Ritchie Johnson to show support.

Though Marian may no longer walk beside us, her memory will forever be enshrined in the fabric of the lives of those Marian touched, a beacon of light guiding us through the darkness. In her absence, her spirit lives on — a gentle whisper in the breeze, a ray of sunlight on a cloudy day, a reminder that love knows no boundaries.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Chason Ritchie and Bill Ritchie; and her husband Dr. George Johnson, Jr.. She is survived by: her children, Hope Englander (Jeff) of Falls Church, VA, William Johnson (Laurie) of Chapel Hill, David Johnson (Jill) of Willard, NC and Robert Johnson (Patti) of Bethesda, MD; and her sister Lily Ritchie Hill of Chagrin Falls, OH. She is also survived by nine grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions to University Presbyterian Church, P.O. Box 509, Chapel Hill, NC 27514.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Walker's Funeral Home



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Aug 28

Graveside service

Old Chapel Hill Cemetery
1721 Legion Rd, Chapel Hill, NC 27517

Thu

Aug 28

Memorial service

University Presbyterian Church
209 E Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27514

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