Jane France Johnson, of Richmond, entered eternal rest on Tuesday, March 14, 2023. She was born November 30, 1943 in Martinsville, VA. Jane was proceeded in death by her parents, James Everett France and Vera Koger France and sister, Dorothy France Small. Left to cherish her memory are her husband of 58 years, Ivan Edward Johnson, Sr.; son, Ivan Edward Johnson, Jr.; brothers, James Cagney France and Burton Staples (Veronica); a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and many devoted friends. In 1962 Jane graduated as Valedictorian of George Washington Carver High School in Fieldale VA. Jane received her Bachelor's degree in Education from Virginia Union University and her Master's degree in Education from Virginia State University. She began her career as an elementary school teacher in Richmond. Eventually, Jane became principal at Woodville Elementary and later at Green Elementary. She was a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority. For many years Jane was an active member of Providence Park Baptist Church. Jane’s favorite hobbies were reading, gardening, saltwater fishing and traveling. She also enjoyed art and displaying beautiful paintings and prints throughout her home. She enjoyed going to the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts and other museums. Jane enjoyed just spending time with family and friends. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 25, 2023 at Scott's Chapel, 116 E. Brookland Park Blvd. Rev. Dr. Jerome C. Ross officiating. Rev. Adamio Boddie eulogist. Interment private. In honor of Jane's lifelong commitment to education, please consider donating to Lit Limo an RPS reading/book bus at https://donatenow.networkforgood/litlimo or to RPS Donors Choose for specific RPS teachers’ requests at https://www.donorschoose.org/rps?active=true. Livestreaming at scottsfuneralhome.com video: https://vimeo.com/813829617