Nov. 18, 1946 — Aug. 21, 2025

Christine Louise Johnson (née Benson) passed away at home on Aug. 21, 2025, in Santa Clara, Utah, at the age of 78. Born on Nov. 18, 1946, in El Centro, California, Christine lived a life marked by curiosity, unbelievable resilience, and an extremely deep appreciation for learning and laughter.

Raised in Brawley, California, Christine was the eldest of her three surviving siblings — Robert, Donna, and Karen. From an early age, she displayed a love for books and exploration, often spending her childhood days immersed in the world of libraries and museums. Her intellectual curiosity blossomed into academic excellence; she graduated with honors at the top of her class from Brawley Union High School in 1964.

Christine pursued higher education at Imperial Valley

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