Arlene Marie Johnson Turnblom, 94, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2025, inEugene, Oregon. She was born on October 13, 1930 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Carl Ivar Johnon and Signe Marie Carlson Johnson. Arlene graduated from Patrick Henry High School in Minneapolis. She married Harry William Turnblom May 15, 1955, and shortly after that they moved to the Chicago area. Her family was raised in Elk Grove Village, where Arlene lived for over 40 years. She led a fulfilling life as both a homemaker and a secretary. Her dedication to her family and her work reflected her quiet strength and enduring spirit.
Her beloved husband Harry passed away in 1979. Arlene was also preceded in deathby her brother, Robert Johnson, and her sister, Donna Christopherson.
She moved to Eugene, Oregon, in 2003 to be closer to family,
She is lovingly remembered by her daughter, Susan Turnblom (husband KarlMorgenstern); her son, Eric Turnblom (wife Lynn) and her granddaughters Robin andLauren Turnblom, and Camille and Sophie Morgenstern.
In keeping with Arlene’s wishes, no services are planned. She will be buried in MemoryGardens in Arlington Heights next to her late husband Harry.
Those wishing to honor Arlene’s memory may consider donations to Doctors WithoutBorders or Habitat for Humanity—organizations that reflect values she held dear.Her memory will live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
May her memory bring comfort to all who knew her.
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