Gladys M Johnston

Mrs. Gladys M. Johnston, age 92 of Anna, died at 8:55 a.m. Thursday, November 19, 2015 in the Anna Rehab and Nursing Center. She was born September 20, 1923 in Jonesboro, the daughter of Lawrence and Grace (Sprous) Lacey. She married Claude "Hi" Johnston on December 23, 1940 in Jackson, MO. He preceded her in death on May 2, 1985 . Gladys is survived by her daughter, Sharlet Evans of Anna; son Lawrence "Sandy" (Kay) Johnston of Jonesboro; one granddaughter, Kimberly Johnston of Vienna; son-in-law, Glenn Evans; dear friend, Donna Hunt of Anna; her special Addus workers; other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Claude "Hi" Johnston; and infant sister, Mildred Lacey. Gladys was of the Baptist faith. Early in her career Gladys worked as a Nursing Assistant at Union County Hospital then until retirement she worked as an LPN for the Union County Nursing Home. Gladys enjoyed cooking, especially large family meals. In her free time she enjoyed quilting, embroidery, knitting and sewing, and growing flowers. Graveside funeral services for Mrs. Gladys M. Johnston will be at 11:00 a.m. Monday, November 23, 2015 in the Anna City Cemetery with Rev. Paul Sadler officiating. Interment will be in the Anna City Cemetery. Friends are asked to go directly to the cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Diabetes Association. Envelopes will be available in the Rendleman & Hileman Funeral Home in Anna and at the cemetery. Cemetery Service Monday, November 23, 2015,11:00AM Anna City Cemetery Davie Street Anna, Illinois 62906