Sapphire Rose Johnson-Baum, 20, of Waupaca, passed away on Saturday, January 25, 2020 as a result of an automobile accident.

She was born on November 22, 1999 in Neenah, WI, daughter of Danielle Baum and David Johnson. Sapphire was raised by her “Mom” Jennifer Johnson alongside of her seven siblings: Otis, Reagan, Elliot, Willow, Charleigh Johnson and Elizabeth and Andrew Reis. Sapphire graduated from Appleton West High School in 2018. She then moved to Waupaca where she worked at Walgreens. December 29, 2018, she found the love of her life, Shawn. During the move to Waupaca, Sapphire gained a father figure in Steven Reis. She is also survived by many extended family and friends. Sapphire had an incredible love for books, especially the Disney character, “Stitch” and her siblings.

A celebration of her life will be Thursday, January 30, 2020 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Holly Funeral Home in Waupaca, WI. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Waupaca Library in her name to help the community and to continue her passion for reading. Holly Funeral Home of Waupaca is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences available at www.hollyfuneralhome.com

Sapphire would want everyone to remember: “Ohana” which means family and family means that no one gets left behind.