Ms. Janetha Elaine Johnson

Janetha Elaine Johnson was born in Barbados, West Indies on August 14, 1939, to Gilbert Jordan and Idalene Gooding, where she began a life rooted in compassion, faith and service. Janetha later moved to London, England, where she pursued her calling in nursing. Her work spanned public health, maternal care, and mental health, earning her credentials as a registered nurse (State of Wisconsin), certified midwife, and registered mental health nurse. She was officially recognized by the Board of Nursing on September 24, 1979. A lifelong learner, Elaine furthered her education at Alberto College and completed computer classes. In the mid-1970s, Janetha moved to the United States, settling first in Mississippi, where she proudly became a naturalized citizen. She later married the love of her life, Willie Maurice Johnson, on August 11, 1979. Janetha relocated to Milwaukee, Wisconsin, where she chose to remain close to family and devote herself to caregiving, advocacy, and community service. Janetha was widely known for her deep love of community, her commitment to caring for others, and her passion for education and service in both her personal and professional lives. At Tabernacle Community Baptist Church, she was a beloved member of the Nurses' Ministry and Usher Board. In recognition of her unwavering dedication, she was honored with the church's annual Legacy Award. Janetha's distinctive Bajan-England dialect, hazel-grey eyes, and radiant brown skin left a lasting impression, yet it was her wit, warmth, intelligence, grace, charm, and style that truly defined her. She treasured time with loved ones, especially over a meal for "supper", and found joy in evangelical music and sharing critical health and wellness knowledge. Whether Volunteering, mentoring others, or simply offering a listening ear, Elaine uplifted everyone around her. She was more than a nurse, wife, or church member, she was a pillar of compassion, love, and faith. Janetha Elaine Johnson was called home to be with the Lord on Sunday, September 14, 2025. She was preceded in death by her: mother, Idalene Gooding; father, Gilbert Jordan; husband, Willie Maurice Johnson; siblings, Ruby A. Blades, Violet Gooding-Applewhite, Archie Gooding, and Eugene Gooding; sister-in-law, Irma Jean James; and great- grandniece, Querriyana Gooding. She leaves to cherish her memory: sister, Amy Sealy Saint Ann; daughter of Maurice, Doris Humphrey; nieces and nephews, Ansley Gooding and Lisa Maestas-Gooding (in-law), Lamonte' E. Blades, Patricia Y. Blades-Pinnix, and Cyrilene A. Blades; great-nieces and great-nephews, Andre D. Gooding, Sidney K. Blades, Eugene R. Gooding, Sabrina N. Pinnix, Shayla P. Blades, Alex Maestas-Gooding, Querrina Gooding, Camren Gooding, Sean Pate-Blades, Melik Gooding, Mekhi Gooding, Davion Gooding, Zaire Handy, Zaniah Handy, Anthony Smith, and Patsie Walcott-Lawrence; cousins, Atlee Gooding and Sylvester Gooding; close friends, Leah Wallace and Alfred Seuell; and a host of other loving relatives and dear friends.

Ms. Janetha Elaine Johnson

August 14, 1939 - September 14, 2025