Johnson, Heather Lynn
Heather Lynn Johnson
The family of Heather Lynn Johnson of the Craik Health Centre in Saskatchewan, are saddened to announce her passing on Thursday, April 10th, 2025, at the age of 68 years, after a nearly 30-year battle with Multiple Sclerosis.
Heather was born on June 4th, 1956, to parents Robert and Joyce Bruce of Tuxford, SK. She attended elementary school in Tuxford, and Lindale, and then Peacock High School in Moose Jaw, SK. After high school, Heather worked as a Group Activities Aid at Valley View Centre in Moose Jaw until 1979.
Heather met Barry through her sister Holly, and Barry’s brother, Allan while at a gathering at the lake. They would marry in a double wedding along with Holly and Allan on August 19th, 1978. Heather and Barry welcomed their first son, Jeremy in 1980 and their second son, Chad in 1982. Heather stayed home with the boys while Barry worked tirelessly to provide for them. Once the boys were old enough, Heather returned to work in 1993 and was employed at Canaday’s Apparel until she retired in 2005 due to mobility issues brought on by M.S.
Heather will forever be remembered as a diehard Saskatchewan Roughriders fan. She also played slo-pitch, golf, and bowled in her younger days. She often passed the days listening to country music, playing cards, or watching TV. Days of Our Lives, game shows, curling, or Roughrider football was her lineup of choice.
She was predeceased by her parents, Robert and Joyce Bruce; brother, Alvin; and brother-in-law, John. Heather will be fondly remembered by her husband of 46 years, Barry; children, Jeremy (Crystal) and Chad (Crystal); grandchildren: Daniel, Jocelyn, Alyssa, and Dylan; siblings: Lorraine, David (Donna), Russel (Terry), and twin sister, Holly (Allan); sister-in-law, June; along with Barry’s family: Betty (Robbie), Allan (Holly), Brenda (Art), Jim (Deb), Lloyd (Brenda), Sue (Brad), Rod (Joan), and Ken; as well as numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and extended families – too many to mention.
The family would like to thank the staff at Craik Health Centre for the many years of care and compassion given to Heather. She loved her time there and considered all the staff as family.
A Celebration of Heather’s Life will be held on Saturday, April 26th, 2025 at 1:30 p.m. in the Harvey Room at Moose Jaw Funeral Home. A private family interment will take place in St. Columba Cemetery at Tuxford, SK at a later date. Flowers are gratefully declined. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Heather’s name may be made to the Moose Jaw Health Foundation for the Craik Health Centre, 55 Diefenbaker Drive, Moose Jaw, SK S6J 0C2 or the M.S Society of Canada, 250 Dundas Street West, Suite 500, Toronto ON, M5T 2Z5. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Gary McDowell, Funeral Director 306-693-4550
My condolences on the passing of Heather Lynn.
I knew a Bruce family from Tuxford, they attended Riverview Collegiate.
My Great Grandfather George Lamb had a home on the 8 Mile Road, his son Norman owned the garage in Tuxford and later the service station on the highway. My Grandfather Bruce Lamb owned businesses in Belbeck.
My sister Kathy Anne had MS as well, she passed away in 2007 at the age of 53, a real loss as she was very intelligent. She had a management position with SaskTel in Regina. Hopefully they will be able to find a cure for this disease as it is devastating for family members.
My thoughts and prayers are with Barry and all the family at this time .
Laura ( Astleford) Arnold
To all the Bruce and Johnson families ….so sorry for your loss. We know Heather will be at peace now but also know she will be so missed! We both have fond memories of Heather! We want to give you our sympathy here as we will be out of town and cannot be at her “ celebration of life”. Hold on to all the good memories as we are sure there are many ! Sincerely Colette and David Krawczyk
My sincere condolences to the family. Heather and I had great days working at Canadays, and coffee outtings. God bless you.
Heather was a wonderful person and may happy memories bring you comfort during this sad time.
I am sharing in your sorrow as you remember Heather — she will be truly missed.
I am deeply sorry for your loss.
Sending comforting hugs your way,
With deepest sympathy,
Patty Bruce
Regina
With my Deepest Sympathy to You, Barry, and family Mom and I really enjoyed a visit with Heather. Always very grateful for everything
I knew Heather from Lindale and from her time on Wellington Drive.
I remember her contagious laugh/giggle, and great sense of humour.
Deepest condolences to the Bruce and Johnson family.
Sharon Busse (Gamble)
Heather was a meaningful part of many people’s lives. I’m so sorry for your loss. I can’t even imagine how hard it has been for the family. Lots of love, from your niece.
To Barry & Family and to all the Johnson & Bruce Families – thinking of you with our sincere condolences.