Rachel Krystene Brown
Rachel Krystene Johnson Brown, 43, passed away Easter Sunday, March 27, 2016 in Riverside, California, from complications due to Cancer. Born in Provo, Utah to Les and Terrie Johnson, Rachel was the first of five children. She was raised for the first 13 years of her life in Utah until the family moved to Moreno Valley, California where she called home. She went on to graduate from Canyon Springs High School and then attended Riverside Community College. Rachel was blessed with her one and only dear son, Kevin Skye Brown, in 1993. Being a mother was her life’s greatest joy. Her career consisted of working in the California State Prison system, beginning as an office assistant and most currently working as the Executive Assistant to the Warden at the California Rehabilitation Center. Alongside being a mother, Rachel’s next favorite role was being an Auntie to all of her neices and nephews. She had a way of making each of them feel special and they always looked forward to their Auntie Day with her. Another love of hers was being a red pencil enthusiast and had recently been asked to edit a book. She also enjoyed her time traveling and visiting family. She is survived by her son, Kevin Skye Brown, her parents, Les and Terrie Johnson, her brothers and sisters, Jared (Jaime) Johnson, Rebecca (Brett) Davis, Matt (Heather) Johnson, and Marc (Tiffany) Johnson along with 4 Neices and 6 Nephews. Her grandparents, Fred and Betty Sim and many Aunts, Uncles and Cousins that all dearly loved her. Funeral Services will be on Friday, April 1, 2016 at the Redlands LDS Chapel, located at 11557 Redlands Blvd., Moreno Valley, CA 92555. A viewing will begin at 3:00pm with the funeral services following at 4:00pm. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, April 9, 2016 at the Evergreen Cemetery in Springville, Utah, 400 East 1997 South, Springville, Utah 84663.
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Dear Skye, Terrie, Les and Family, We love you so much. How we will miss Rachel! I loved being her visiting teacher these past few years. Skye, how she loved her boy! She is enfolded in the loving arms of her Heavenly Father. She is free from the pain and cares of this world. Now, she waits for us to join her! Con carino, Ruth Ellen, Jeffrey and the whole Schmutz family
I would like to express my sincere sympathy to the family and friends of your beloved Rachel. She sounds like a wonderful woman who was deeply loved by all who knew her. Although I never had the opportunity to meet Rachel, I wanted to share with you comfort from Gods word found in John 5:28, 29. Jesus showed us a wonderful example of the resurrection when he resurrected Lazarus here on earth, back to the arms of those he loved. (John 11) Remember also that our Heavenly Father expresses his loving compassion for all of us when someone we love dies. (Psalm 34:18) Be sure to share your memories with those who surround you, for the memories shared are the ones most truly cherished, may they bring you a sense of peace and joy to your hearts as you begin to heal. Take care of yourselves and each other during this very difficult time.
It’s been a while since I saw Rachel but what I remember the most is her smile and her laugh. It seemed like when we were together we were always laughing. The last time I saw her we took the kids out to the spud farm to let them pick potatoes. I couldn’t tell you why we were laughing…I just remember we laughed so much and so hard we had tears running down our faces and our stomachs hurt! I will miss your beautiful smile and laughter.
Please let me express our sincere thoughts, prayers, and condolences to the entire Johnson family. I know this is a very sad time for you and you are in our prayers. We are sorry for your loss. Brad and Sharon Benson
Rachel and I became good friends at the California Institution for Men in 2002. She was the first person to take me under her wings and show the ropes. We would talk and share stories about our family and the hardships of being a single parent but our love for our children/child (Sky) kept us focused. Rachel was a friend to many and always had good advice to those that needed it! She was smart and sassy in her own way and loads of fun to be around. I’ll miss you my friend! May you rest in peace in the arms of our Lord and Savior
To the Johnson and Brown families, I was sad to hear of Rachel’s passing; she was a kind and beautiful person. I enjoyed working with her and will miss her smile and humor. God bless you and I will continue to keep you and your family in my prayers.