Laura Sara Diana Sorace Johnson, of Beaumont, passed away Sunday, July 19, 2015, at her home. She was born in Reggio Calabria, Italy to Rosario Sorace and Giovanna Bertucci Sorace.

She is preceded in death by her husband Cecil Kenneth Johnson, her parents, and her brothers Bruno, Marco and Rosario Sorace.

She is survived by her sister-in-law and her husband, Myrna Johnson Brocato and Anthony G. Brocato, her brother-in-law Cecil Clyde Johnson, Jr. and his wife Juanita, and numerous nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her dear and loyal friend Stellina Vannini Reed.

Laura loved everything Italian and was an active member of the International Club of Beaumont. Speaking several different languages, she enjoyed traveling and spending time with her family in Italy. She was a faithful member of St. Anne Catholic Church regularly attending Sunday mass and participating in church events.

A graveside Christian service will be celebrated by Father Ross Waggoner at 10:00 a.m., Wednesday, August 5, 2015, at Magnolia Cemetery, 2291 Pine Street, Beaumont, under the direction of Broussard’s, 2000 McFaddin Avenue, Beaumont.

In lieu of flowers, memorial mass intentions may be made to St. Anne Catholic Church, 2715 Calder Avenue, Beaumont, TX 77702, (409) 832-8107 or a contribution to the charity of your choice.