Eleanor Johnsen passed away peacefully at her Ridgecrest home on Friday, April 7, 2017, at the age of 84 after 55 years of leadership and service in this valley. Known as "Osh" or "Ellie" to her friends and family, she was a pioneer among women seeking challenging careers. She approached every aspect of her work and personal life with passion and optimism.On February 19, 1933, Ellie was born to Samuel and Genevieve Toomasian in Waukegan, Illinois.Growing up in a typical [...]
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