Allyson Drury Johnson

Allyson was born in New York City to Charlotte and Charles Drury and was baptized in St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Allie was the second born, her older sister is Irene and it holds true that when you have a sister, you have a best friend. Allie’s younger brother is Chuck (Charles), who she adoringly referred to as “Bro”. After graduating with a bachelor’s degree from C.W. Post in Long Island, Allie started a job with British Airways where she enjoyed a 32+ year career in Quality and Performance Management, made lifelong friends and embraced the perks and travel that came with it! Her job took her from NYC to Chicago to Houston. Most importantly, it brought her to the love of her life, William “Bill” Johnson, known to her as “Hubby”. Allie was coming back from a trip with her dear friend, Patti Olson, and Bill had just finished work. They met in the Elk Grove Lounge near the O’Hare Airport in Chicago, a typical hang out for airline employees. Allie saw Bill sitting at a table and Bill initiated an introduction. They dated for 5 years and were married on October 11, 1980. Allie and Bill were blessed with the most loving marriage and enjoyed the quiet daily moments together as much as the fantastic places they visited. And, oh did they see and experience the World together! While they literally saw it all visiting six of the seven continents, Allie’s favorites included Egypt, India, Indonesia, flying the BA Concord, Viking Boat Cruises throughout Europe, and her deep love of elephants came from her extraordinary African travels.

Allyson’s Catholic faith was an integral part of her daily life. She was an active member at Saints Simon and Jude Catholic Church and believed serving others and kindness was one of the greatest gifts. She was active in her Scripture Study group, Interfaith of The Woodlands and St. Vincent De Paul where she helped to feed the hungry with God’s love each week, and International Friends where she welcomed all, created friendships and enjoyed the opportunity to learn about foreign cultures.

Allie believed it was a privilege and honor to be able to care for her mother, Charlotte Drury, for ten years in Bill and Allie’s home in The Woodlands. She was an extraordinary caregiver during her mother’s final years of life. Many of Allie’s characteristics come from her mom and she deeply cherished this time together.

Allie was the definition of a shining light and love. She cared deeply for all those around her. She will be remembered by all for her generosity, compassion, enormous heart, her gift of gab and her smile. Allyson will be missed endlessly and loved forever. Rest in Heavenly Peace Dear Allie. XOXO

Allyson is survived by her Husband William “Bill” Johnson, Sister Irene Simon, Brother Charles Drury (Regina Diljonas), Aunt Greta Fries, Sister-in-Law Torill Drury, Sister-In-Law LaVonne Johnson, Sister-In-Law Angie Johnson Neuharth

Nieces and Nephews Scott Simon (Lana), John Simon, Allison Simon Pabich (Keith), Jennifer Drury Cooley (Rob), Elizabeth Drury Manchin (Brian), Lana Johnson Peta (John), Venna Johnson O’Brien (Glenn), Stacy Johnson Waller (Joe), Doug Johnson (Jennifer), Steven Johnson (Jenni)

Great Nieces and Nephews Gregory Simon, Charlotte Simon, Jaida Melin, Meagan Simon, Christian Simon, Elisabeth Pabich, Emma Pabich, Nicholas Pabich, Jonathan Cooley, Christopher Cooley, Samantha Manchin, Jack Manchin, Caroline Peta, Catherine Peta, Natalie O’Brien, Hannah Waller, Claire Waller, Andrew Johnson (Ashton), Blaine Johnson (Mirjana), Matthew Johnson, Owen Johnson and other loving family members and friends.

Allyson was preceded in death by her Parents Charlotte and Charles Drury, Grandparents Adolph and Trudie Fries, Aunt Margaret Fossier, Brother-in-Law G. Ronald Simon, Parents-in-Law Raymond and Emma Johnson, Brother-in-Law Robert Johnson, Brother-In-Law Warren Johnson, and Niece-In-Law Jenni Johnson

In lieu of flowers, please make donations in “Memory of Allyson Johnson” to Interfaith of the Woodlands. All donations will go towards the food pantry where Allie volunteered weekly. www.woodlandsinterfaith.org, “Donate Now” or 4242 Interfaith Way, The Woodlands, TX 77381.

A visitation for Allyson will be held Thursday, June 8, 2023 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, with a praying of the rosary at 6:30, at Forest Park The Woodlands Funeral Home & Cemetery, 18000 Interstate 45 S, The Woodlands, TX 77384. A funeral mass will occur Friday, June 9, 2023 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM at Saints Simons and Jude Catholic Parish, 26777 Glen Loch Dr, The Woodlands, TX 77381, followed by a light reception at the church for all. A private interment will occur after. The funeral can be livestreamed or watched anytime after at www.youtube.com/ssjwoodlands (click on live) or www.facebook.com/ssjwoodlands/

You’ll never be forgotten although we are apart; You are always and forever alive within my heart.