Theresa Johnson

Theresa Lynn Johnson (Holmberg), 65, of Staples, Minnesota, went to be with the Lord on April 27, 2026, leaving behind a legacy defined by love, kindness, and an open door.

Born on October 5, 1960, to Armin and Lyla (Schmalz) Holmberg, Theresa’s compassion for all living things was evident from the start. Whether it was a person in need or a stray animal, she had a natural gift for making others feel seen. This gift defined her forty-year career in customer service, where she viewed every interaction not as a transaction, but as the beginning of a potential friendship. Theresa truly loved people; she loved their stories, their histories, and the simple joy of a shared conversation.

Her heart was vast, with plenty of room for her family, her farm animals, and her beloved "wiener dogs” though she famously drew the line at skunks. Her welcoming smile and genuine interest in others will be deeply missed by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing her.

Theresa was preceded in death by her parents, Armin and Lyla, her brother, Larry and sister in-law Candy Holmberg.

She is survived by her siblings, Janet (Joe) DeGeest and Dean (Joan) Holmberg; her children, Melanie Johnson and Robert (Vicki) Johnson; and her cherished grandchildren, Jack and Allie. She also leaves behind a great number of cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends who meant the world to her.

A visitation at Motley free Methodist church at 10am with a service following at 11am on May 15, 2026