I ill miss you so more .I have lot memories

JoJo, we spent so much time together when we went to Lisbon way back, you were so full of spunk and uniqueness and still are. I miss all our random times together laughing and joking around walking the Lisbon halls together. I saw you a few weeks before everything happen, we were at Casey’s getting gas and you came right up and it was the best thing to see your smile again and to just see you. We shared so many great times together and I will always remember them no matter what happens through thick or thin times you were the best friend I will never forget. R.I.P my dear little sister. Love and miss you girly

Hmm….let’s see where do I start. We’ve had and made so many great memories. Its sad to know we can’t make more 😔

I came to the Alternative school in late February of last year. I didn’t know anybody ( except for a few people from mount vernon) and I honestly just wanted to get my work done and get out of there. But in gym you came up to me and said hi and we started talking a little bit and than we realized that we some what already knew each other. Thanks to our awesome brother’s (; and ever since than we’ve just been great friends and we were partners for everything! Haha I remember when Mr Studt had us pick teams by drawing a number out if the hat and somehow for some reason we got the same number and I remember Mr. Studt trying to get us to switch with somebody but we’re just like Noo….(: Towards the beginning of this year we played badminton in gym and I remember we suck so so so so much but that’s what made it more entertaining. Even though we lost about every game , we still gave each other High fives and just laughed it off. You a always gave me rides home from school and even though you groaned and moaned and acted like you hated it, I knew you loved it 😉 you enjoyed my company especially when I would yell out the window at random boys . one time when you drove me home, we were talking and we missed the turn to my house so we ended up going around the block. I have three most recent memories that i have with you that I would like to share. About three weeks ago we were sent outside to paint and prime those two bean bag boards. And we desperately hated this because out teacher would come out and yell at us because we “aren’t doing it right.” even after he showed us we still did it our way because it was faster. And better (; Plus we were to busy listening to Disney songs . I remember you me and Brooke just jamming out to A whole New world and other great Disney classics without a care in the world. The other memory I have is actually the mist recent of all. It happened on Thursday…. It was break time and we were both hungry and so I made my usual famous peanut butter and brown sugar sandwich and you had Mandarin oranges ( or whatever they’re called. I remember we had a there minute argument over how they were pronounced because I was CONVINCED they were called Margarine oranges….and I’m still convinced) unfortunately you had a tough time opening up the can because the can opener was so cheap it wouldn’t go through the metal top. So Mr. Studt came over to help and he too couldn’t get it open. I wish I got a picture of this because you two were both hunched over the sink trying to pry it open. Who knew it would be that hard to open up a can of oranges. My favorite memory of all time happened six weeks ago when we sat outside during break and took selfies and funny pictures together. That was the best time of my life. And I’m glad we did that (: even though your name was Johanna, Jo, and JoJo I called you Josephine. I don’t know why and I don’t know how it happened but I just started doing it and it stuck haha. And I guess you got used to it because you would always reply 😁 You were so very pretty and you know I would tell you that but I wish I told you more 🙁 And to go with that pretty face of yours is your brain. You were very smart and always had an answer for everything. A sarcastic answer… But still an answer. You always spoke your mind despite what people would think. I know everyone has said this more than once but you were so nice. So sweet, and so kind. You’ve touched so many people. Not only did we lose a friend. But a family member. To whom whoever knew you can say that yes, you were apart of their family. We all miss you Jo. ♡

Johanna was a student of mine when she was in 5th grade. She was so talented, especially in language arts. When she was in middle school, she sent me stories she had written so I could critique them. I loved every minute of seeing how much her writing had blossomed.

I will be thinking of and praying for your family. I, too, lost a child, so I know the struggle you are facing. It is a rough road.

Erin Chalupa

I practiced yoga with Johanna since 2008. She came to class almost every Sunday morning with her dad. I thought what a sweet girl spending time with her dad when she could have been sleeping in. The last time I saw her she shared that she spent Halloween volunteering at the library. Most teenagers would have been with their friends at Halloween parties. Johanna’s spirit will be in our Sunday morning class for many years. Allene Pease

Your family is in our thoughts. Sending you much love during this difficult time. I enjoyed reading Johana’s poetry, very creative. May she find peace and feel the love we all share for her.

Johanna was in my son Payton’s class at Lisbon. Although he wasn’t real close with your daughter, our family would like to extend our deepest sympathy to your family. Unfortunately, our extended family has also been affected by depression and we know how real and how painful it can be. We are praying that God’s peace and comfort will be very evident to you all in the days ahead. We will continue to pray for your family. Sincerely, Jim, Amy, Payton and Kate Kitterman

Although I have never met Johanna or any of her family and friends, I want to extend my deepest sympathies to all of you. I’ve read the previous posts, and it’s obvious that she touched so many lives in positive ways. I am a father, grandfather, and a retired teacher, so I am always saddened by the passing of a young person. When I read that she “lost her struggle and long battle with bipolar depression”, I truly wished I could have “reached out to her”. I live with this illness everyday myself. I was happy to see that she enjoyed reading and writing, since I was an English teacher. I’m a dog lover as well. Again, I am very sorry for your loss. Johanna will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you!
Bob Hines

This girl was._My best friend i remember she used to come and talk to me and see how i am doin she has saved my life. I wish i could thank her for that. She was always there for me to talk to. She was a great friend. I miss her more than anything, and im sorry to everyone that loves, and cares about Johanna. I feel really bad that shes gone but things happen, and we have to get through it. Its gona be hard, but i think we can all get through this. Never let go, and its okay to talk about the memories of her. She did not deserve what happen to her. I send my regards to everyone who is feeling down because of this amazingly beautiful girl named Johanna.

I still stay up some nights to try and relive the memories, and feelings of having her there with me. She was my best friend in the whole world. it still hurts so much to this day. I honestly still cant believe she’s gone.