Phyllis Charlotte Johnson

Beloit - Phylis C. Johnson (92) passed away March 29, 2025, at Autum Lake Memory Care in Beloit, 12 days after her husband George passed away. She was born November 19, 1932, in Marinette, Wisconsin to Theodore and Julianna Mech. Phylis was the last of 13 children. She was an aunt before she was even born. She graduated from Marinette High School class of 1950. Phylis was a multi-talented and active person. She fixed cars, did many types of crafts, fished, hunted, trapped, was a dedicated mom and wife, a caregiver to many, a master gardener and a great hostess. She made the best potato salad for family get-togethers, though she did not like potato salad and never tasted it. Phylis was a friend that everyone could count on in times of need. She was a kindhearted soul, and she was very knowledgeable. She watched very little TV, enjoyed down time with jigsaw puzzles and she enjoyed reading to gain information. Her family called her the “Mountain of Knowledge”. Phylis served in the United States Air Force as a medic. While stationed in Tacoma, Washington at Fort McChord, she met her future husband, George Johnson, who was also serving in the Air Force. They married in Tacoma on April 3, 1952, and were married 74 years. They were then stationed in West Palm Beach, Florida at Morrison Air Force Base. Later, after honorable discharges, George and Phylis moved to Beloit, WI to be closer to family. Phylis became a stay-at-home mom, taking care of the household, neighborhood and friends. George and Phylis were honored to attend the Vets Roll Honor trip to D.C. in 2011. The last 20 plus years of Phylis’ life, she was blessed with living in her dream home on the Rock River in Janesville, Wisconsin. There, she shared her love of the river and the amazing wildlife in her own backyard with friends and family. Phylis could be found fishing, entertaining her friends on the pontoon as “Commander Whitehead”, tending to her plants and bird watching. Phylis had a special wave, the “Marinette Wave”, that will always be remembered and shared by her kids and grandkids. She was missing her pointer finger on her left hand due to a childhood injury. Phylis leaves behind sons Don (Peggy) Johnson of Beloit, WI, Ed (Tami) Johnson of Footville, WI, daughter Sharon (Wayne) Endthoff of Beloit, WI. Grandchildren Melissa, Brenda, Samantha, Tashina, Amy and Adam Larson and 11 great grandchildren. Phylis is preceded in death by her husband George, her parents, 12 siblings and several special aunts and uncles. A private family graveside service will be held with military rites. Phylis and George were always together, so a celebration of their lives will be held in honor of both of them on Saturday, April 5, 2025, from 1:00-3:00 PM. at Rosman Funeral Home, 1125 E Cranston Rd., Beloit, WI 53511. The family would like to thank Beloit Autumn Lake facilities and Beloit Regional Hospice for their special care of both of our parents. A special memorial to Beloit Regional Hospice is being established. Rosman Funeral Home is assisting the family 608-364-4477.

Phyllis Charlotte Johnson

November 19, 1932 - March 29, 2025