Lauren Sue Johnson

Lauren [Laurie] Sue Meranda Johnson, cherished wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, and friend, peacefully passed away in her sleep at her home on October 20, 2026 from complications from Parkinson's Disease. Born on April 27, 1959, in Cheyenne, Wyoming, Laurie was the beloved daughter of Jerry and Jackie [Lueras] Meranda. Her life was a testament to the power of music, love, and friendship. 

Laurie's early years were spent in the vibrant communities of Laramie, Hanna, Rawlins, Casper and Cheyenne, she graduated from Laramie High School in 1977. Her passion for music led her to the University of Wyoming, where she earned a Bachelor’s degree in Music Education in 1984. This passion for music became a lifelong career, as she dedicated 36 years to teaching music and band across all levels of education, inspiring countless students before retiring in 1999. 

Laurie married the love of her life, Robert, on June 16, 1996, in a beautiful ceremony surrounded by family and friends in Cheyenne. Together, they created a loving home and raised two wonderful children, Meranda and Dominick. Laurie was a proud grandmother to five grandchildren: Michael, Emily, Olivia, Oenomaus, and Lucis, who brought immense joy to her life. 

A gifted musician and actress, Laurie performed in numerous musical performances and plays, sharing her talents with the community. Her involvement extended beyond the stage as she served on the Cheyenne Frontier Days Parade committee and remained an active member of the University of Wyoming Alumni. Laurie's compassion was boundless, extending to both her human and animal companions.

Known for her love of pets and her unparalleled dedication to friends and family, Laurie was a beacon of kindness and loyalty. Her friendship was a treasured gift to all who had the privilege of knowing her. 

She is survived by her devoted husband of 30 years, Robert; her children, Meranda [Andrew] Romain, and Dominick [Cheyenne] Johnson her grandchildren, Michael, Emily, Olivia, Oenomaus, and Lucis; and her brothers, Richard [Margaret] and John [Paul] Meranda. 

She was predeceased by both sets of her grandparents, whose memories she cherished deeply. 

A service to celebrate Laurie's life will be held on November 6, 2026, at 1:00 PM at the Wiederspahn-Radomsky Chapel of the Chimes, located at 1900 East 19th Street, Cheyenne, Wyoming. Family and friends are invited to join in remembering a life filled with love and music. 

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations be made to the Michael J. Fox Foundation, an organization that held special significance for Laurie. Laurie was a beautiful wife, mother, daughter, and friend who will be missed by all. Her legacy of love, music, and friendship will continue to resonate in the hearts of those who knew her.