R. Johnson

R. Elaine Johnson, 86, of Hatfield, passed away Wednesday, November 17, 2021 surrounded by her family.  Born in 1935, she was the daughter of the late Samuel H. and Ruth (Bergey) Detweiler.  She was the wife of the late James C. Johnson Sr. for 28 years.

Elaine worked for many years as a nurse's aide for the Lutheran Home in Telford, PA.  Elaine also worked for the Genuardi’s grocery store before her retirement.  She also volunteered her time at the Doylestown Hospital's Free Clinic, and was an active member of "To Live Again".

In her spare time, Elaine enjoyed traveling and going on road trips.  She also loved spending time with her family and enjoyed cooking for them every chance she got.  She loved listening to music, especially The Statler Brothers and watching Hallmark movies.

Elaine is survived by children James C. Johnson Jr. of Hatfield, and Sherri L. Scheifele (Bruce) of Coopersburg, siblings Paul Detweiler, Robert Detweiler (Ruth), Betty Ann Tucker (Leroy), Samuel Detweiler (Cindy), James Detweiler (Joan), grandchildren Rebecca McCormick (Chris), Erika Clauss (Kerry), Melissa Johnson, and James A. Johnson and many nieces and nephews.  She was preceded in death by brothers Dale, Merrell and David Detweiler and sister Esther Hall.

A memorial service will be held Friday, December 3, 2021, 11:00 AM at Naugle Funeral & Cremation Service, 135 W. Pumping Station Rd. Quakertown, PA 18951. A visitation will be held from 10-11, prior to the service.

Memorial Contributions in honor of Elaine may be made to Crossroads Hospice and Palliative Care or your favorite charity.