June Valerie Maxson

June Valerie Maxson passed away peacefully on September 22, 2026, in Palmdale, California, with her husband of 47 years, Robert “Bob” by her side. She was born on July 17, 1950, in Burbank, California, to Jannis and Vaughn Johnstone, and grew up with friends and family in a time when things were simpler. She often talked about growing up and seeing the exciting changes in Tarzana and the San Fernando Valley.

She is survived by her daughters Dianne Arrera, of Tehachapi, Colleen Sidebottom (Travis) of Riverside, and her sons, Douglas Fahey of Murphysboro, Tenn), and Alex Maxson of Palmdale; her grandchildren, Keith Knesel of Colorado Springs, CO, Tiffany Knesel of Ponca City, OK, Zachary Arrera and Nicole Arrera of Tehachapi, CA, and her great-granddaughter, Betty Shanks.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jannis and Vaughn Johnstone, and her daughter, Joyce Watkins.

June will be remembered for her ability to talk and share stories with anyone and everyone she met. Whether in person, on the phone, in emails and even text messages, she had a talent for connecting with people. She had a youthful soul and a love of going on cruises and traveling to many parts of the world. She found so much joy and excitement through her love for music, especially that of the Beatles, David Bowie, and Neil Diamond, and never stopped attending music concerts and activities that brought her such joy.