Stephanie H. Johnson, 82, of Fort Scott, Kansas, passed away August 5, 2025. She was born February 12, 1943, in Fort Scott, Kansas, the daughter of Glenn R. Maupin and Helen M. (Huffine) Maupin. She married Charlie Johnson and he preceded her in death in December of 1982.
Stephanie received her Bachelor’s degree from PSU in teaching. She later went back to school and received her Nursing Degree from FSCC, becoming a registered nurse. Prior to her nursing career, Stephanie worked at the Tribune as the Circulation Manager, and also at the Farmer’s Co-Op. She worked at the old Newman Young Clinic doing data entry. She then worked at Medicalodge as Activity Director. After receiving her nursing degree, she went back to Medicalodge as Director of Nursing. She became Kansas State Surveyor of Nursing Homes. She retired to take care of her elderly parents.
Stephanie loved music and loved singing with the Sweet Adaline’s, a local group that sang at competitions and performances. She loved to travel, but her greatest love was her family.
Survivors include her son, Kevin Asbury, of Fort Scott, granddaughter Kyra Tollen, married to Dustin Tollen, and great-grandson, Biron Tollen, and two nieces, Jennifer and Hillary. Stephanie was preceded in death by her parents, her husband Charlie, and her sister, Penny Berry.
Following cremation, Pastor Christopher Eshelman will officiate graveside services on Friday afternoon, August 22, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. at the Fort Scott National Cemetery under the direction of the Konantz-Cheney Funeral Home. There will be a visitation Thursday evening, August 21, 2025, 6:00-7:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Friends and family may sign the online guest book and share memories at www.konantzcheney.com.
