We are very excited to formally announce that the grand marshals for the 2023 Farmer City Christmas Parade are Mike and Jean Johanns!

Mike Johanns started his career in the insurance industry by joining Bob Smith and Matt Johanns at Smith-Johanns Inc. in 1976 upon graduation from Western Illinois University. Mike is currently semi-retired. Mike greatly enjoyed working with the Jaycees, assisting with the Haunted Houses, 5K Race, Christmas Parade and establishing scholarships for students. Mike served many years as President of the Farmer City Chamber of Commerce. He enjoyed golfing at Woodlawn Country Club and served on many committees.

Jean began her banking career in January, 1976 as a teller. For the succeeding 47 years she has had many roles, including Operations Officer, Trust Officer and Wealth Advisor. Early on, Jean served on the Farmer City Fair Queen Committee for about 20 years. She also was active in Jayshees (later known as Civic Women in Action) and served on the Board of Woodlawn Country Club, as well as the Board of Directors the Farmer City Chamber of Commerce for many years. Currently she is active with the Shakespeare Club, Farmer City Library Association, and a member of the Parish Counsel at Sacred Heart Church.

Mike and Jean have one daughter, Andrea, and 2 granddaughters, Abby and Nora.

Please join us in congratulating Mike and Jean, and come out to see them at the front of the Christmas Parade on Sunday, November 19th at 2 pm on Main Street in Farmer City!