Louise Ann Johnson, 73, passed away August 13, 2023. She was born in Des Moines, Iowa to the late Lewis and Frances Odenbach Johnson.

As a member of a military family, Louise spent her early childhood in Japan and France. Her nursing career included the US Navy, both active duty and Naval Reserves, as well as many decades at local hospitals including Maryview and Sentara Norfolk. As a volunteer, Louise was Vice President and then President of Friends of the Portsmouth Library. She loved world travel, kayaking, wildlife and animals in general.

Louise was predeceased by her beloved sister Kathie Johnson, also a Portsmouth based nurse, and is survived by her brother Stephen Johnson as well as extended family members.

A private gathering in Louise's honor was held by the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in her memory to the World Wildlife Fund or the Nature Conservancy. Condolences may be registered at BWFosterFuneralHome.com.