Kay Johns, 85 years, of Bennington, NE passed away at her home surrounded by family on June 2nd. She was born on October 19, 1940 to Earl and Irma (Frye) Frost. She grew up in the Omaha and Bennington area, graduating from Central High School in 1958. On August 23, 1958 she married R. Dean Johns. Together they built a life centered on church, family, friendship, hard work, and laughter.

Throughout her life, Kay wore many hats. She was a farm wife, school bus driver, 4-H Leader, Sunday School superintendent and later worked in Omaha in podiatry and then at Eye Associates before retiring. Her most important job after being a devoted wife, was Mom and Grandma. Dean and Kay enjoyed square dancing, playing cards, golfing, riding bikes and traveling with family and dear friends. They made many friends while traveling in their RV after retirement. They were currently wintering in Apache Junction, AZ where they have made a whole new "family" of friends.

She was proceeded in death by her parents, Earl and Irma Frost, sisters Diane Frost, Patricia Lambert and Carol Sass.  Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 67 years, R. Dean Johns, daughter Deann (Mike) McGeorge, sons, Jeff (Beth) Johns and Paul (JoRene) Johns. She had six grand children, four step grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren and 11 step great-grandchildren ; and countless friends who were blessed by her kindness and gentle spirit.

Kay leaves behind a legacy of love, laughter, friendship, and unwavering support for those she cared about. Her family finds comfort in knowing that her life was well lived and her heart was full.