Teresa Ruth (Steele) Johnson 83, of Escambia Farms passed away Thursday, January 19, 2023. Teresa was born on October 13, 1939, in Baker, Florida to Tommie and Lucile Steele. She was a 1957 graduate of Escambia Farms School and lived in Kentucky and Texas with her family, before returning to Okaloosa County about 30 years ago.
Teresa was a loving homemaker and had retired from Winn Dixie as the Floral Department Manager after 15 years; she also worked in the Bakery and Deli. To know her, was to love her. She was so compassionate, caring, and loving. Her life exemplified Christ-like service; she had many church callings over the years and enjoyed doing genealogy.
Teresa was preceded in death by her husband, James W. Johnson; her son, Henry Clay Johnson Sr.; her grandson, Justin L. Johnson; her sister Mary Steele; sister-in-law Brenda Steele; her brothers Brona Steele, Farris Steele, Chester Hollinhead, Johnie Steele, Roger Steele, and her parents, Tommie Greene Steele Sr. and Lucile Chessher Steele.
Teresa is survived by her three grandchildren, Jason (Amy) Johnson, Amber (Luiz) Eloumari and Henry Clay Johnson Jr.; her three brothers, Tommy (Juanita) Steele Jr., LeGrande Steele and Gerald Steele; her sister, Marcia (Kevin) Fleming, her special friend, Charles Chunn; six great-grandchildren: Jacie, Brendan, Crissy, Ava, Zachary, and Ryan; special sisters-in-law Jackie Hollinhead and Cheri Steele; as well as numerous beloved nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
A funeral service will be held on Monday, January 23, 2023, beginning at 11:00 am at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints with Bishop Justin Ratcliff officiating. Burial to follow at Cotton Cemetery in Baker, Florida. The family will receive friends on Monday, January 23, 2023 from 10 am – 11 am at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
You may leave your condolences at www.brackneyfuneralservice.com
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints
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Nell Kennedy Peoples
January 20, 2023, 6:12 pm
I love this family and especially Teresa. She and I were friends all through school. We attended Chuch togeather. What an example she always was. Prayers fir her family and Rest in Peace until we meet again.
rebecca (Becky) brunson
January 21, 2023, 10:56 pm
just want to say goodbye to a dear friend. we were together from the 1st grade. i will surely miss our phone calls and visits and trips to “Susan’s”. but most of all i’ll miss having you in my life. i do love you my friend. GOODBYE
Don and Lynda Thompson
January 21, 2023, 11:17 pm
Dear Teresa was such a sweet friend! She was so warm and welcoming when we visited her. She has been so faithful and loving to those who were fortunate to know her. We are so grateful to know her!
God bless her and her family❣️
Lisa (Perry) Frye
January 23, 2023, 5:07 pm
Some of the best days of my childhood were spent with all of you-running around the countryside on that mini bike from house to house! Always an open door, friendship, and all the food you could eat. Very fond memories. My heart is with you all.
April Gibson
January 23, 2023, 5:35 pm
Beautiful Lady and sweet spirit❤️ Love you Aunt Theresa❤️ Hug Dad for me❤️
HILDA FAYE NALL
January 23, 2023, 5:35 pm
MARCIA, SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR SISTER. ITS ALWAYS HARD TO LOSE A LOVED ONE TO THE GRAVE BUT I PRAY OUR HEAVENLY FATHER WILL BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY WITH PEACE AND COMFORT
ruth haney
January 23, 2023, 11:48 pm
While she lived in Texas, she was my beloved friend, and family. She was with me when I had my triplets. She was there for me thru some very difficult times, ever faithful, and supportive. I belive that Heavenly Father brought us together, to help each other along some rough roads. She will always be in my heart. My love and prayers for her family members there in Fla.
Elke Ferguson
January 25, 2023, 12:14 am
She was a very sweet hard working lady, loved by everyone,enjoyed her working as cake decorator, worked very hard.sorry I have not seen you in a wile. Your in good hands,god bless you,you will be missed.
Emily Collinsworth
January 27, 2023, 7:00 am
Teresa was the sweetest and most dear friend. She will truely be missed. I know she is an Angel in heaven now. I will miss sitting with her at church. Until we meet again… I Love her dearly! Prayers for all the family. EmilyCollinsworth