Johanson, Sharon Age 71 of Sturgeon Lake, MN and formerly Duluth, MN, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family January 27th, 2015. Born in Marshall, MN, Sharon was a wonderful mother, grandmother, partner and sister. She found the most joy in gathering her family. She took great pride in providing a warm and inviting home. Prior to her retirement, Sharon enjoyed her work, first at Kmart then at the Sturgeon Lake Post Office. Throughout her life, she enjoyed gardening, reading and caring for her pets. Preceded in death by her parents Ted & Blanche Sliter; son, John Sterling (J.J.); daughter, Kathy Michelle and brother Sterling. Survived by daughter, Kristeen Johanson; son, Rod (James) Johanson; daughter, Jennifer (Alan) Spadine; sister Lenore von Berg and loving partner Rick Winchester; 4 grandchildren, Ian, Alec, Elizabeth & Kyle; 3 step-grand-children, Rick, Carrie & Lauren; 2 great-grandsons, Oliver & Jameson and many other friends & family. Memorial service 1:15 PM with visitation at 12:00 PM, Sunday, Feb. 1, 2015, THOMSON-DOUGHERTY MANSION, 2535 Park Avenue, Minneapolis, with reception to follow. Historic Thomson-Dougherty 612-871-4407