Kalamazoo, MI - Mary "Sue" Johnson, age 80, passed on Tuesday, January 6, 2026.

Sue was born on October 21, 1945 in Moultrie, Georgia to Alton and Mary Walker.

Sue was preceded in death by her siblings, LeDonne "Al" (Zelda) Walker, and Carol Walker. Surviving is her loving husband of 30 years, David Johnson; her children, Laurie Comerford, Jon (Korrin) Bird, Jay Bird; grandchildren, Tristan Comerford (Epiphany), Mallory (Clark) Burckle, Alex Comerford (Siobhan), Reece Comerford (Kaylee), Justin Bird (Alexa) and Jordan Bird; great-grandchild, Wynn Burckle; the father of her children, Andy Bird; and many friends.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, January 24, at 2:00 p.m., with visitation beginning at 1:00 p.m., at First Presbyterian Church, 321 W. South Street, Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007. Memorial contributions may be made to First Presbyterian Church for a memorial fund in Sue's name, supporting children's education.

Celebrate Sue's life by sharing stories and photos on her dedicated webpage at BetzlerLifeStory.com

Betzler Life Story Funeral Homes, 6080 Stadium Drive, Kalamazoo, (269) 375-2900.