Chanda Reana Johnson, 49, of Richmond, passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at St. Luke’s Hospital in Kansas City.
Chanda was born on June 10, 1976, in Lexington, the daughter of Timothy “Tim” Johnson and Judith “Judy” Ann Adams.
Survivors include: her mother and stepfather, Judy and Dale Minnick of Richmond; father, Tim Johnson of Texas; two sons, Marcus McFee (Taryn Plymell) and Drake McFee (Katherine Hurt) both of Richmond; daughter, Ivy McFee of Richmond; granddaughter, Freya Reana Michelle McFee; three brothers: Jason (Liz) Minnick of Chandler, TX, Scott Fletcher of Richmond, and Joshua Shier of Odessa; two sisters, Andrea Ashinhurst of California and Kimberly Rodriguez of Texas; 13 nieces and nephews: Aerial Mabery, Ryan Mabery, William Spargo, Harley Spargo, Tristen Minnick, Maddy Minnick, Lottie Fletcher, Gabriel Fletcher, Carson Ashinhurst, Aiden Ashinhurst, Benton Ashinhurst, Brooke Ashinhurst, and Brittinie Lee; and seven great-nieces and nephews: RJ Mabery, SanTierra Taylor, Ryatt Mabery, Amir Elliot, Avani Spargo, Raylan Spargo, and Kameron Ashinhurst; sister-in-law, Carla Ashinhurst; and her faithful canine companion, her long haired weenie dog, Scooby Doo.
She was preceded in death by her two brothers, Frank Ashinhurst, Jr., and Mark Allen Ashinhurst.
Chanda was raised and educated in the area of her birth and graduated from Richmond High School with the Class of 1995. She worked throughout the years at Ideal Industries and Shirkey Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and was currently employed as a dietary aide and cook at Ray County Hospital. She took pride in her work and enjoyed taking care of others in the everyday ways that meant the most.
To know Chanda was to know that her family came first. Being a mom was not just something she did-it was who she was. She loved all the moments that came with motherhood and built her life around caring for, supporting, and making memories with the people she loved most. One of the things she looked forward to most was becoming a grandma. She talked about it often and could hardly wait for that next chapter of life, already excited to spoil grandbabies and make memories with them. Though her life was cut far too short at only 49 years old, she lived with a youthful spirit and brought fun, laughter, and energy wherever she went.
Chanda loved music and could enjoy just about anything, but her family says 90s R&B was always a favorite. She enjoyed cooking when she had the time, spending days at the lake with family, watching mystery shows, taking nature walks, and appreciating the simple things in life. She loved elephants, butterflies, dragonflies, and found joy being outdoors and surrounded by the people she loved. Chanda had a vibrant personality and an easy way of making life more fun, and she will be remembered for her big heart, her love of family, and the joy she brought to those around her.
The family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Chanda Johnson Memorial Fund. They can be left at or mailed to Thurman Funeral Home, 507 East Main Street-P.O. Box 190, Richmond, MO 64085.
Visitation with funeral services will be held on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at Thurman Funeral Home in Richmond, with visitation beginning at 6:00 P.M., with services to follow at 7:00 P.M. Inurnment will be held at a later date. Please remember to share your memories of Chanda with the family by visiting www.thurmanfuneralhome.com.
Source: KMZU, The Farm
