Katherine Louise Ekstam (Johnson), 89, departed this life on Friday, September, 16, 2022, in Hulbert, Oklahoma at her daughter's home.  Louise was born June 2, 1933, in Goose Creek Township, Piatt County, IL, to Mae and Willie Johnson. She married Charles H. Ekstam, on January 25, 1950, in Peoria, IL. He departed October 14, 2018.

Surviving her are two Brothers; Paul Johnson, Fairbury, IL and Randy Johnson, IL. Four children; Pam Miracle, Bloomington, Tammy (Jeff) Rankin, Hulbert, Oklahoma, Kamela (Eric) Rehtmeyer, Bloomington, Tim (Leah) Ekstam, Bonne Terre, Missouri. Four grandchildren; Jaree (Chad) Kneller, Casey Bruehl, Timmy Ekstam and Shelbie Aumann. Three great-grandchildren; Gavin, Ava and Elijah Kneller and other extended family and friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Chuck, brothers; Eugene (Jeep) Johnson, William R Johnson and Raymond E Johnson. Sister-in-laws; Rosemary Johnson, Opal Johnson and Barb Johnson. Son-in-law, Dennis Hale.

Louise did the bookkeeping/office work for Chuck's Garage and Wrecker Service which she and her husband owned and operated for 30 years.  She enjoyed collecting dolls and always baked breads & made fudge at Holidays for family and friends. She loved to travel and shop with her friends. She especially loved spending time with her family, her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. She is loved and will be greatly missed.

A special thank you to the Therapists, the Nurses at Angels Home Health and New Century Hospice.

Graveside Service will be held in Bloomington, IL.