Ms. Catherine Johnson

June 6, 1936 - December 11, 2020

Catherine Johnson, 84, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 11, 2020 at 9:20 am at Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Normal, Illinois. Catherine was born on June 6,1936 in Memphis TN to Robert and Priscilla (Harris) Williams. On September 10, 1961, she married Herman Johnson. They shared 11 years of marriage and 3 beautiful children before his untimely death in 1972. Catherine accepted Christ at an early age. Catherine knew her calling was to serve and care for others. Catherine was a faithful member of New Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of Rev. Calvin Hightower and current pastor Rev. Cleveland Thomas, Sr., for over 60 years. Catherine loved to spend time with her children and grandchildren. She loved baking and singing with her grandkids. She is preceded in death by her parents; husband; son, David Anthony; Daughter, Carolyn Yvonne; 4 brothers, Charlie Williams, Rev. Nathaniel Williams, Rev. Willie Williams Sr., and Teotha Williams and 3 sisters; Juanita Russell, Amanda Howard, and Desiree Woods. She leaves to cherish her most precious memories, her loving and devoted family which includes: One son, Michael (Stephanie Phillips) Johnson of Normal Illinois; 5 grandchildren; Jasmine Johnson, Isaiah Johnson, Chante Johnson, Christopher Johnson and Aaliyah Johnson; 3 great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends A private funeral service will be held at 12:00 pm on Thursday, December 17, 2020 at New Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church 406 W. John H. Gwynn Jr Ave, Peoria, IL 61605 with a visitation beginning at 11:00 am. Pastor Cleveland Thomas, Sr., will officiate and Rev. Dr. W.L. Williams, will bring the Eulogy. Simons Mortuary is entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at SimonsMortuary.com. The service will be live streamed on Simons Mortuary's Website or Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/Simons-Mortuary-232095303487150 promptly AT THE TIME OF THE SERVICE. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, social distancing and attendance limits will be observed. In accordance with the Illinois Department of Public Health, Funerals are limited to 10 family members of the decedents, not including the staff at Simon Mortuary and no more than 25% or less people at the church. To be consistent with recommendations from the National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA), funeral home directors have been instructed and should follow CDC guidelines on gatherings, including those directly related to funerals, visitations, or graveside services. Funerals are limited to no more than 10 of the decedent’s immediate family members. *In an effort to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, we ask that everyone in attendance: wear a face mask and refrain from hugging, kissing and shaking hands (as hard as it is to see someone you care about and not touch them). *It is our responsibility as a Funeral Directors, to do everything we can to advise families in order to honor our beloved Families and to keep everyone as safe as possible. The sanctuary can socially distance and seat no more than 25% or less people. All others will be able to flow through prior to beginning of the service. Thanks in advance for your cooperation!