Valerie A. Johnson

Valerie Ann Johnson, 76, of Cambridge, MN passed away on Sunday, August 3, 2025 at her home surrounded by family.

She was born August 6, 1948 in Braham, Minnesota to Henry Jr. and Margaret (Olson) Kranz.  Valerie grew up in Cambridge, attending West Riverside country school and Cambridge High School.

On December 5, 1964 she was united in marriage to Carl D. Johnson in Cambridge.  They lived for a time in Cambridge and later East Bethel.  In the mid 1970’s they returned to Cambridge and have been there ever since.

Valerie and Carl took the kids on several camping trips over the years.  She enjoyed cooking, gardening, and traveling; taking trips to Texas to visit her sister, to Canada and many other states.  Valerie enjoyed spending time with her family and was always willing to help others.  Over the years she was like a mom to many, as she took them into her home and cared for them.

Besides her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Carl in March 2022, sisters Linda Knudson, Bobby Kay Nelson, and brother Scotty Nelson.

Valerie is survived by her children Jeff (Judy) Johnson of Mora, Cheryl (Jay) Elsberry of Watertown, SD, Todd (Tonia) Johnson of Isanti, Robbie (Jessica) Johnson of Cambridge, 13 grandchildren, three step grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, other relatives and friends.

Celebration of Life Gathering from 1-4PM, Saturday, September 6, 2025 at the Grandy Community Center, 2749 County Rd 6, Grandy, MN 55029

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