Jean B. Johnson, 97, Superior, died on January 4, 2021 at the Villa Marina Health Facility.

Jean was born January 18, 1923 in Iron River, Wisconsin.  She graduated from the present-day University of Wisconsin-Superior and taught English at Superior East High School.  Jean married Oscar S. Johnson, Jr. in December 1944, and they moved together to Oscar's different postings during World War II.  After the war, Jean and Oscar returned to Superior where they raised their family.

An outstanding and noted vocalist in the Twin Ports, Jean served as the director of music at Hammond Avenue Presbyterian Church for over 30 years.  Jean also worked for many years as an adjunct professor in the music department at UW-Superior and as a music teacher in the Superior Public Schools.

Jean was a member of United Presbyterian Church and a 71-year member of PEO in Superior.  For many years, she was involved in Superior's Schubert Club and Community Concert Series.  In 1993, the University of Wisconsin-Superior named Jean as one of its 100 Outstanding Alumni for her leadership as a musician in the community.

Surviving are one daughter, Brenetta Stroozas (Leon Grove), Roosevelt, MN; three sons, Oscar S. (Margot) Johnson III, Hudson, WI, Whipp (Lita) Johnson, Hendersonville, NC, and Lief Johnson (Nancy Shoen), Roseville, MN.  Grandchildren Carolyn (Chris) Haase, Shelby (Jim) Christean, Myrece Johnson (Nick Thompson), and Jessica Kessler; and great-grandchildren, Peter, Grant, Meredith, Nina, Ellie, Anna, Noelle, and Benjamin; and great-great grandsons Preston and Weston.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 60 years, Oscar; her parents, Frank and Nellie Yeakey; and her three sisters: Louise, Marie, and Maxine.

A memorial service will be held at a later date. Burial will be in Lake Nebagamon Cemetery.

Should friends desire, memorials may be made to the United Presbyterian Church, 229 N 28 ^th St., Superior, WI 54880 or by following the link: https://www.upc-superior.com/donate .