Loretta Eugenia Bush, 69, passed on June 19, 2021. She was born to Edward and Anna in Saint Louis, Missouri on May 12, 1952.

She married Samuel Johnson and they lived together in Saint Louis, Missouri. Together they raised 6 children Grace (Nolan), Reed (Alexis), Helene (Aldon), Isaac (Tim), Lauren (Felix), Elyse (Preston). She is also survived by 5 grandchildren.

Loretta graduated from Hazelwood East High School in 1970 and received a degree from the Jackson State University in 1974.