Shirley Ann Johnson, 85, of DeQuincy, passed away on Friday, Dec. 3, 2021 at Lake Charles Memorial Hospital. Shirley was born to her late parents, Marshall and Trudi Pace on Aug. 11, 1936 in Shreveport, La. She worked for the DeQuincy News with over 40 years of service as Production Manager. Shirley enjoyed Bingo, Pokeno, crossword puzzles, and reading. She especially loved playing Canasta with the Fearsome Foursome, which consisted of Freda Johnson, Frankie Bell, and her best friend of more than 60 years, Annette Brown.

She is survived by her son, Jason Johnson (LeAnn) of Silsbee, Texas; and her two grandchildren, Colton Johnson and Corben Johnson, whom she loved very much.

Shirley is preceded in death by her loving husband, Billie Wayne “Coach” Johnson.

A Celebration of Shirley’s life will be held at Hixson-Snider Funeral Home on Tuesday, Dec. 7, 2021, at 2 p.m., with Bro. Harry Methvin officiating. Visitation will be at Hixson-Snider Funeral Home on Monday, Dec. 6, 2021, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Visitation will resume at the funeral home on Tuesday, from 12 p.m. until the time of the service. Burial will follow at Perkins Cemetery.

The family would like to express their appreciation for the love and support shown to her through the years by her DeQuincy family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making donations to the charity of your choice in her loving memory.

Services entrusted to Jordan and Amanda Mothershed of Hixson-Snider Funeral Home.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.hixsonsnider.com for the Johnson family.