It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Elma Johnson, who entered into rest on Saturday, December 7, 2024, at the age of 81. Born in Cleveland, Ohio on January 5, 1943, Elma was a beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and friend to many, whose love for life touched everyone who knew her.

Elma was a lifelong fan of Elvis Presley, Alabama, Cleveland Sports, and Coca-Cola. She found joy in the simple pleasures of life like watching Hallmark movies, Wheel of Fortune, and Friday night Angelo's Pizza. As the matriarch, Elma's love and dedication for her family was immeasurable. Her love, kindness and sense of humor will be remembered by all who had the privilege to know her.

Elma is preceded in death by her husband Brent Sr., her parents Elmer and Florence (Faber), her sisters Judy Schneider and Karen Jean, and her granddaughter Suzette Johnson. Elma is survived by her children: Karen Regotti (Mike), Kim Birchfield (Ron), Brent Jr. (Sue), Brenda Parks, Brandi, and Britt (Sharon).  Grandchildren, Joe Regotti (Ana), Rich Regotti (Janelle), Michelle Dodson (Eric), Brandon Morse, Nathan Birchfield (Brooke), Kayla, Kaitlyn Ningard (Brent), Britt Jr., Brent III, Paul Smalcer Jr., Kaine Ginnard, and Isabel Beale (Colin). Great-grandchildren, Nicolas, Hannah, Michael, Jude, Theodore, Chiara, Benji, Aria, Maverick, Julian, Carter, Bowe, Jake, and Cameron. Sister, Carol Hallman (Harry-deceased). Also known as Grandma to Christian, Kaydence, Kayleigh, and Kaileb.

A Funeral Service to celebrate Elma's life will be held on Friday, December 13, 2024, at CHAMBERS FUNERAL HOME of CLEVELAND, 4420 ROCKY RIVER DR. AT PURITAS, at 11 A.M. Interment Brooklyn Hts. Cemetery.  The family invites friends and loved ones to join them in honoring Elma's memory.

"When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure."