Barbara Jean Munns Johnson

Barbara Jean Munns Johnson, 67, wife of Stephen Johnson, entered into Heaven Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at Baptist Health Lexington hospital as her short battle with cancer ended. Born August 26, 1957, she was the fourth child of the late Robert & Dorothy Munns of Worthington, Minnesota. Growing up, Barbara was active in choir, cheerleading and her Presbyterian youth group. After graduating high school, Barbara eventually moved to Kentucky and pursued a career as a registered nurse. Her work in the nursing field, including oncology, allowed her to profoundly impact the lives of countless patients. In addition to her nursing career, Barbara played a vital role in the Christian counseling practice founded by her husband, Stephen. Together they faithfully ministered God’s truth and love to their patients and community. Both Barbara and Stephen have been devoted members of Church of the Savior for many years

Barbara had an unmatched love for life and people! She was incredibly talented in singing, playing guitar and painting. She also enjoyed traveling and hiking with Stephen and their friends, especially in the Smokies. She took great pleasure in studying the Bible, attending plays & musicals, and anything else she could do involving her friends and loved ones. Barbara not only loved her pet cat, Meisha, but she also made sure to feed and take care of the feral cats who came to frequent the Johnsons’ porch on a daily basis. There was never a person (or cat) who left Barbara’s presence feeling anything but love and warmth. Barbara lit up every single room she ever entered and leaves a deep sense of loss for those who knew and loved her.

Barbara is survived by her loving husband, Stephen; sisters Diane Latterell (Mike), Judy Wreath (Howard), Marcia Hellman (Tom) and brother Loren (Michelle). Also surviving are 6 nieces and 1 nephew. Barbara is proceeded in death by her 2 children who were born into Heaven, Jonathan David and Marissa May, her parents and a niece.

Visitation and funeral services will be held Thursday, November 21, 2024 at Church of the Savior, 1301 Brannon Road, Nicholasville, KY 40356. Visitation is scheduled for 10:00 am-11:30 am, followed immediately by the funeral service preached by Pastor Steve Pearson. A fellowship will follow immediately after from 12:30 pm-1:30 pm. Burial will be take place at Camp Nelson National Cemetery, 6980 Danville Road, Nicholasville, KY 40356, at 2:30 pm.