Florence Skiles "Flossie" Johnson
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Florence Skiles "Flossie" Johnson, 92, formerly of West Caln Township, passed away on Wednesday, February 1, 2017 at the Brandywine Hospital. She was the wife of the late Harold O. Johnson who died in 2008. Born in West Caln Twp., she was the daughter of the late James W. and Helen Townsley Skiles.
Flossie was an area resident all her life and a 1941 graduate of the Parkesburg High School. She continued her education and graduated in 1945 from the Coatesville Hospital School of Nursing. During WWII she served as a Cadet Nurse in Martinsburg, W. VA. She continued her career as an E.R. nurse and retired in 1998 from the Brandywine Hospital. She also worked part-time for the County Line Medical Center in Gap, PA.
She was a parishioner at St. John's Episcopal Church in Compass, PA where she served with the Vestry and the Altar Guild.
She is survived by her children, Joanne J. Cipollini of Malvern, Suellen Johnson and husband, Jay Tract of Fleetwood, Helen J. Esbenshade of West Chester, Nelson O. Johnson and wife, Susanne of Denver, PA and Carole Johnson and husband Harold Green of Lincoln University, four grandchildren and two siblings; James Skiles of South Carolina and wife Rae and Frances Gilfillan and husband Richard of Christiana. She was preceded in death by two siblings, Martin Skiles and Rebecca Johnson.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. John's Episcopal Church, 1520 W. Kings Highway, Gap, PA 17527 on Monday, February 6, 2017 at 11:00 am followed by interment in the adjoining cemetery. Viewing and visitation will be held on Sunday, February 5, 2017 at the Wilde Funeral Home, 434 Main St. Parkesburg, PA from 2-4 PM.
Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com
Condolences
May God Bring Comfort and Peace
Although I did not know Floss Johnson well or for very long, I was blessed to have met her and talked with her at all. She was an elegant and strong lady, who had evidently lived a full life. May the God of all comfort bring consolation and peace to all who mourn her passing.
What wonderful memories I
What wonderful memories I have of Flossie.She was the person who got me to eat Skiles homemade scrapple when I was a young girl to being the best nursing mentor ever when we worked together in the Coatesville Hospital ED. My heart goes out to all of you. I am sure she and Hal are up there watching a baseball game. Fondly, Cheryl Hildenbrand Stirling
Our heart felt condolences.
Stuart & I have known Flossie for over 40 years, she was a very special person and will be missed by all. Flossie and Harold made us feel like family from the very first day we met them. They touched our hearts and lives in many ways. Our prayers are with you all!
So sorry
Dear Nelson, Helen, Suellen, Carole and Joanne, We are so sorry to hear about your Mom. I still can see her back in the day in the Brandywine ER. What a wonderful nurse she was! Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Leslie Rice Ferguson and Family.
To Nelson and all the family,
To Nelson and all the family,
Sadly we have lost the key players in our lives. When the "boys" worked for Columbia Gas, Flossie and I were often the tag alongs. Her reputation as a nurse was second to none.
Keep your memories alive - it helps. Please know we care and are thinking of all of you.
The Demchak Family
So many fond memories
My thoughts and love go out to you Jo. And of course to Olivia, Carole, Helen, Suellen, and Nelson. Growing up in Sadsburyville, I always felt like an honorary member of the Johnson family. Enjoyed our trips out to the Skiles farm. Nothing can compare to those days. And no matter how many times I showed up at your door, Flossie always welcomed me with a smile. What a blessing for us all who lived in the neighborhood. Rest peacefully dear Flossie. Sending my love. Cathy
Christmas morning!
Christmas morning!
You Will Be Missed
Dear Nelson, Joann, Helen, Suellen and Carole....I'm sorry to hear that your Mom has passed away. I will always have wonderful memories of spending 2-3 weeks at your house every summer! Those were fun times and your Mom always took good care of me. She was a hard worker and a tough no-nonsense lady. I guess she took after Mom Mom....Dad is always telling us stories about how they weren't afraid of anything or anybody. During our last visit with her in October when I asked her how she was doing she said, "Oh..I'm alright I guess..it's just better if you don't get old!" I know you will miss her and so will we. God bless all of you.....you were all a great example of how children should take care of parents in their old age. Love and hugs to you all. Becky
Saddened by your loss, touched by your life.
To all the family, I am writing this on behalf of my father and I. You welcomed us both into your home, always made us welcome and did all you could to support us in our time of need. You will be greatly missed, but I myself believe that you are now at the side of God. Death is only hard for the living. I am truly sorry that I am not home nor will I be able to make it to your services. Thank you for your life, you will truly be missed Doug and David Skiles
To the Johnson Family,
To the Johnson Family,
I was so saddened to hear of the loss of your mother, Flossie. After reading her obituary, I couldn't help but think, "What an amazing woman and an amazing life!" She really walked the walk, living a life of compassion and service to others. I pray for her soul and that God gives you all the strength, comfort and peace to walk forward in the wake of such a great loss. You were blessed to have had her! In Deep condolences and love,
Rosie De Sanctis