JOHNSON, VIOLA RUTH NUCHIMS Viola Johnson, 95, formerly of Detroit and Delton, Mich., was born to Leon and Rose Gray Feb. 26, 1911, in Philadelphia. She died Nov. 4, 2006. After living most of her life in Michigan, she moved to Portland in 1999 to be closer to family and to join the retirement community at Holgate Center. She was a retired schoolteacher, volunteer, and supporter of progressive political causes. Her eternal optimism, curiosity, and passions for National Public Radio and healthy living probably contributed to her longevity. Her second husband Raymond Johnson died in 1974. In addition to numerous friends and relatives, she is survived by her son, Paul Nuchims of Port Orchard, Wash.; daughter, Mira Nuchims Rodwan of Cincinnati; son, David Johnson (Kathy) of Portland; six grandchildren; and four great-grandchildren. A celebration of her life was held at Holgate Center, Odd Fellows Retirement Community on Nov. 12, 2006. Remembrances to Southern Poverty Law Center. 400 Washington Ave, Montgomery, AL 36104. Arrangements by Emily's Cremation. Published in The Oregonian on 1/10/2007.