Portrait shared in memory of Redonna Johnson

In loving memory of

Redonna Johnson

September 16, 1992 — January 9, 2023

Redonna “Don Don” Johnson was a devoted mother and a bright, caring presence at work and in her Chicago neighborhood — a woman who lived for her two young sons and for helping others.

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Redonna “Don Don” Johnson (September 16, 1992 – January 9, 2023) was a loving mother whose warmth and steady positivity left a mark on family, friends and colleagues. Those who knew Redonna remember a woman who showed up for her children, cheering at their games and tending to their everyday needs with fierce devotion. She carried that same spirit into her community, taking part in volunteer efforts and small acts of kindness — from helping neighbors to supporting holiday meals for people in need.

At work she made an impression as well. Colleagues described Redonna as someone who brought calm, encouragement and practical help to the team; she was known for a generous attitude and for lifting others while quietly getting things done. Outside of work she was a presence in her neighborhood and family life, focused on her sons and on creating ordinary moments of love and stability for them.

Redonna’s life was cut tragically short on January 9, 2023. Her passing was felt widely by those who had relied on her steady smile and kind words. In the weeks that followed, friends and co-workers organized support for her family; community tributes and memorials reflected how many lives she touched.

Her sons survive her and remain at the center of the legacy she built: a mother who made daily sacrifices, who celebrated small victories and who offered care without fanfare. Though words cannot replace her presence, loved ones remember Redonna for her laughter, her encouragement, and the quiet ways she strengthened the people around her. Her memory lives on in the lives of her children and in the many small kindnesses she left behind.

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