Judy Johnson

(From Ozark Funeral Home)

Judy Kay Johnson, age 65, of Noel, Missouri, passed away on September 1, 2026. She was born on August 2, 1961, in Fort Benning, Georgia, and lived a life marked by love, kindness, and thoughtfulness toward everyone who knew her.

Judy was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend. She is survived by her husband, Joe Johnson Jr. of Noel, Missouri; her son, Jeremy Johnson and his wife Hannah of Bella Vista, Arkansas; her daughter, Andrea Johnson of Noel, Missouri; and her four cherished grandchildren, Mason, Charlee, Lydia, and Joey. Her family was the center of her world, and she treasured every moment spent with them. 

She is also survived by her mother and father, Robert and Donna Alfaro of Wichita, Kansas; her siblings, Jody Alfaro of Wichita, Kansas, Tamara Harris and her husband Brent of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, and Mike Alfaro and his wife Denise of Garden Plain, Kansas; her father-in-law, Joe Johnson Sr. of Noel, Missouri; and her sisters-in-law, Glenda Dalton and her husband Danny of Washburn, Missouri, and Bev Goff and her husband Jess of Nokomis, Florida. Judy also leaves behind a large and loving extended family that included so many nieces and nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews, and a sea of cousins who will forever hold her close in their hearts.

Judy spent more than 20 years working for Walmart, where she built lasting relationships and made many lifelong friendships. She took pride in her work and was known for the genuine care she showed to those around her. Her coworkers and friends remember her as someone who could always be counted on for a kind word, a helping hand, and a warm smile. She carried herself with a gentle spirit and a steady compassion that made others feel welcome and valued.

Above all else, Judy loved her family time. Her grandchildren were the light of her life and gave her strength and joy each day. She loved watching them grow, hearing their laughter, and being part of their lives in every way she could. Her home and heart were always open to the people she loved, and she found happiness in the simple, meaningful moments shared with family.

Judy also enjoyed a wide variety of music and could often be found enjoying the familiar comfort of Wheel of Fortune. She had a special fondness for Snoopy, and all things connected to that beloved character. These favorite pastimes reflected the warmth and joy she brought into everyday life. She appreciated the little things, and that appreciation was one of the many ways she made life brighter for those around her.

Those who knew Judy will remember her as a loving, kind, and thoughtful woman whose presence brought comfort and strength. She leaves behind a legacy of devotion to family, loyalty to friends, and a life lived with grace and care. Her memory will continue to live on in the hearts of all who were blessed to know her.