Betty Jean Johnson

Betty Jean (Thompson-Peters) Johnson was born on April 30, 1945, in Bogalusa, Louisiana, to Milton and Rosa (Price) Peters. She entered her heavenly home on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at the age of 80.

Betty was a dedicated and hardworking woman throughout her life. She was employed at Halliburton, where she operated a forklift, at Goodner's Grocery, and later as a door greeter and in the clothing department at Walmart. She also spent many years assisting Marilyn and Bruce Cox by caring for and maintaining their home. She married Milton Johnson Jr. on September 7, 1961, in Bogalusa, LA and together they lovingly raised their family.

Betty enjoyed cooking, listening to music, and working word-search puzzles. She treasured time spent with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who brought her immense joy. Betty was also a faithful member of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, where she found fellowship, strength, and spiritual nourishment.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Milton Johnson Jr.; her daughter, Vanessa Gail Johnson; her sisters, Mildred Mack and Janie Harris; her brother, James Peters; and her partner, Herman D. Williams.

She is survived by her children: Toney Johnson and wife Tracy of Lawton; Rhonda Rogers of Duncan; and Bridget Strongs and husband Michael of Duncan. She leaves behind her grandchildren: Erwin Johnson, Ramona Rogers, Roslind Rogers, Rae'Quel Strongs, and Rashadd Strongs; and her great-grandchildren: Dazamian Prince, Alyssa Johnson, Caiden Johnson, Aliviah West, Jaycee Rogers-Swan, Yacer Johnson, Lyncoln Johnson, and one expected great-grandchild. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews; extended family members; and many dear friends.

Betty will be remembered for her kindness, her devotion to her family, and the warmth she brought into the lives of all who knew her. Her memory will remain a blessing to all who loved her.

A memorial service is planned for 1:00 P.M., Saturday, Aprill 11, in the Whitt Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Ronald Boyd, pastor of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church, officiating. Cremation arrangements are being handled by Whitt Funeral Home/Oakcrest Cremation Center.

Online condolences can be made at www.whittfh.com.




 

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