Ada M. Johns

Ada (Magnuson) Johns passed away on September 4, 2026, at the age of 99. She was born on July 4, 1927, in Wilton, ND, to Nels and Amy (Erickson) Magnuson. On July 1, 1951, she was happily married to Paul Johns. They lived in Phoenix, AZ, where Paul was stationed during his service in the United States Air Force. Later, they moved to Sioux City, IA, in 1954. They were blessed with three children: Donna Boyer, Randy Johns, and Julie Plueger. Ada dedicated many years working at Zenith Radio Corp in Sioux City, contributing her talents for fourteen years until the plant closed in 1977. She was a member of Washington Heights Chapel and was a devoted Christian. Ada dearly loved her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, cherishing every moment and visit spent with them.

She is survived by her son, Randy (Rachel) Johns; grandchildren, Amy (Mitch) Davis, Kristin (Chris) Fechner, Michael Boyer, Brian (Cait) Boyer, Tara (Patrick) Smith, Ben (Kari) Johns, and Dan Johns; as well as several great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

Ada was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Johns; daughters, Julie Plueger and Donna Boyer; her parents, Nels and Amy Magnuson; her brothers, Carl, Roy, Glenn (Mike), and Gordon; and her sisters, Elna, Mabel, and Ruth.

Funeral service will be held at Washington Heights Chapel (2600 S St Marys St) on September 21, 2026, beginning at 10:00 AM with a burial to follow at Memorial Park Cemetery.

Despite having little, Ada was known for her generosity. In lieu of memorials, kindly consider donating to your local food bank or to organizations that assist United States Veterans as these were causes Ada always supported.