Beverly Berganos Johnson

Beverly was born in Chicago in 1973 to Eustacio and Elvira Berganos. She was the eldest sister to her younger siblings, Eilleen and Eustacio Jr. She graduated from St. Benedict Catholic High School in Chicago. She then graduated from the University of Illinois at Chicago, and continued to achieve her Masters in Biology at Grand Valley State University in Allendale, Michigan. She completed her Degree from Malcolm X College, studying to be a Physician Assistant.

During her time at St. Benedict Catholic High School, she forged lifelong friendships and met her husband, Ryan. They were together for 13 years when they married at St. Benedict's church in 2001. They loved traveling and making memories. Beverly loved seeing the world, cruising, seeking out the best beaches, and even trying her best to be a good skier.

Vacationing was very important to Beverly and her family. Spending time away from the day to day activities was crucial for her happy spirit. It was all about making memories with her family and friends.

In 2005, Beverly’s life would change forever when her oldest daughter, Mia Grace was born. Becoming a mother was a calling for Beverly. Some time later in 2007, she would have another sweet daughter, Madison Rose. Beverly’s girls were everything she could have asked for. Seven years later she had a baby boy, Matthew Ryan. These three children captured Beverly’s heart and their love filled her with pride and joy. It was clear that there is nothing in this world Beverly wouldn’t do for her kids. She was the perfect mom to read stories and sing bedtime songs to her children. In the cold midwestern weather, she went on Girl Scout camping trips with both girls. She took them trick or treating in their winter jackets, hiding their costumes and threw them huge themed birthday parties. She showered them with gifts as rewards for being excellent students. Her kids are a large part of the beautiful legacy she leaves behind for this world.

Beverly lived in Chicago for 41 years where she worked passionately in the medical field as a Physician’s Assistant. In her medical profession, she was highly regarded by her patients and even discovered some rare diseases in several patients that others had misdiagnosed. As a result she was published in several medical review journals. Her passion as a healthcare provider continued even within her Mucosal Melanoma support group where she served as the unofficial interpreter for all the medical questions her group asked.

In 2016, Beverly and her family moved a thousand miles from the place she grew up to a new home within a suburb of Dallas called Allen, Texas. In Texas, she found an unexpected core of family and friends. She might have initially moved away from her family, but they slowly moved to Texas, as they just could not be separated from their beloved Beverly.

Her canine companions were also dear to Beverly. Rizzo and Molly have stayed behind, but Chico, Fritz, and Deogee are on a long walk with her now on the rainbow bridge.

As a Catholic woman, Beverly remained humble and kind every day of her life. She believed in the absolute power of prayer, and knew to look to our Lord for answers. Beverly’s devotion to her faith has carried on in her family, even in her youngest son, Matthew, who proudly went to church with her every Sunday.

Beverly possessed the greatest smile and showed unconditional love to all who she encountered. She always had a special way of bringing people together. Hundreds of her friends, families, neighbors, coworkers, and more found their way through her home as she welcomed every individual with open arms and a bright smile. Those close to Beverly understand how people were pulled towards her like gravity, and she became the center of our lives with her outpouring heart and gracious wisdom.

Beverly passed away surrounded by her loved ones after a 2 year battle with Mucosal Melanoma cancer. We were given the Amazing honor to be present as she gently passed into God’s Loving Arms. She transitioned at home where she desired. She fought vigilantly, traveling around the United States. Attempting several clinical trials with no success. She endured endless pain, as it made its progression. Her Brightness and Shining light will be unmatched. Her ability to make everyone feel welcomed and special was her God Given talent. There was nobody that she did not like, or give several chances to share the joys in her life. Before and while Beverly was fighting this beast of a cancer, she carried on these characteristics till the very end. She gave out her wise advice and guidance till her last breath. It will be impossible for us to forget her.

Beverly is survived by her Husband, Ryan Johnson; Daughters, Mia Johnson (17) Madison Johnson (16); Son, Matthew Johnson (9); Father, Eustacio Berganos Sr.; Mother, Elvira Berganos; Brother, Eustacio Berganos Jr.; Sister in law, Sheila Berganos; Niece, Sabrina Berganos; Nephew, SJ Berganos; Sister, Eilleen Berganos.

The family will receive friends at a visitation from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m., with the rosary recited at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, October 8, 2023 at Allen Family Funeral Options in Plano. For those wishing to join rosary via live webcast: http://webcast.funeralvue.com/events/viewer/93140

The Funeral Mass will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, October 9, 2023 at Saint Jude Catholic Church, 1515 N. Greenville Avenue, Allen, Texas 75002. For those wishing to join via live webcast: https://www.facebook.com/stjudesacraments

A reception will immediately follow at the Parish Hall.

A GoFundMe has been setup to help support the family in this time of need. Please visit: Celebrate Beverly & Help the Johnson Family, organized by Eilleen Berganos