Jewel Ann Johnson was born on September 3, 1942, in Glasgow, Montana, to Merel and Eugene Kapphan. She lived a life marked by deep love, compassion, and unwavering devotion to those around her. Jewel had a rare gift for making people feel truly loved, and she carried that gift with her everyday of her life.

Jewel was preceded in death by her parents and her siblings, Edward Kapphan, Robert "Bob" Kapphan, Donny Kapphan, Leona Young, and Dale Kapphan. She is survived by her devoted husband, Dennis Johnson, the great love of her life. Their love story was one of true partnership, loyalty, and deep respect. Jewel's love for Dennis was constant and pure, the kind of lode most people only hope to experience. Through every season of life, she stood by his side, and together they built a life filled with purpose, laughter, and family. 

She was the proud mother of two daughters, Cathy Strever (Don) and Cindy Miller, and a loving stepmother to Jeaninne Whal and Dennis Johnson (Denny). Jewel was a cherished grandmother to Lee Lagerquist, DeAnna Fraiser, Vy-dana Flynn (Bridger), Ryan Strever, Sheri Husband (Jason), Brandon Strever, and Christina Kotch (Kevin). She was also blessed with fourteen great-grandchildren and two great-great-grandchildren. Jewel shared a special bond with her many nieces and nephews, loving each of them dearly. She also dearly loved her friends, treating them like family and offering the same loyalty, warmth, and compassion that defined her life. 

In her younger years, Jewel worked in nursing home, caring for other with kindness and patience. Later, she and Dennis owned The Rolling Pin Bakery in downtown Colorado Springs. There, Jewel created beautiful and unforgettable wedding cakes and helped build a place where memories were made. Her grandchildren and many of their friends fondly remember heling glaze donuts, learning to run the register, and feeling at home in the bakery she poured her heart into. 

Jewel had an undying love for animals and was always drawn to the unique ones, bringing them home so they could know unconditional love and compassion. She also had a remarkable talent for decorating her home, with an eye that could make anything look beautiful. Her home reflected her heart, warm, welcoming, and full of love. 

Above all else, Jewel made sure the people she loved always knew it. Even at her weakest, her words were "I love you." Her strength was admirable, her love the purest. Jewel Ann Johnson leaves behind a legacy of devotion, kindness, and unconditional love that will live through her family, her friends, and all who where blessed to know her. She will be forever missed and deeply cherished. 

Services will be held at The Springs Funeral Services on Platte at 10:00AM, Tuesday, December 23, 2025, followed by a reception at Al Kaly Mule Train from 11:30 - 1:00, located at 3415 Janitell Road, Colorado Springs, Colorado 80906