Richard Johnson Obituary

Richard Johnson
Richard M. "Dick" Johnson, 61, of Belleville, Ill., born Aug. 12, 1944, in Minneapolis, Minn., passed away Friday, July 14, 2006, with his family at his side, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Mr. Johnson retired as the office manager of Elite Tool & Die, Inc., in 2005. He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, Belleville, Ill. His interests included a lifelong love for the outdoors, fishing, golfing, reading, participating in church activities, and traveling. Dick was a U.S. Navy Vietnam War veteran.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Carl Marvin Johnson and Elvina, nee Selle, Johnson.
He is survived by his wife of 25 years, the rock of his life, Claudia, nee Lindblad, Johnson, whom he married Aug. 16, 1980; his daughter and son-in-law, Jennifer and Ray Carter Jr. of Hurlburt Field, Fla.; two grandsons, Tyler and Andrew Carter; his sister, Carol Vernon of Troy, Ill.; two brothers-in-law, Jeffrey (Diane) Lindblad and David (Janet) Lindblad, both of Belleville, Ill.; and nieces and nephews.
Memorials may be made to Zion Lutheran Church or to Family Hospice of the Belleville Area.

Visitation: Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. Monday, July 17, 2006, at George Renner & Sons Funeral Home, Belleville, Ill., and from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 18, 2006, at Zion Lutheran Church, Belleville, Ill.

Funeral: Funeral Services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 18, 2006, at Zion Lutheran Church, Belleville, Ill. Burial will be at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, St. Louis, Mo.
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Published by Belleville News-Democrat from Jul. 16 to Jul. 17, 2006.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Johnson

Sponsored by Daughter Jennifer and Family.

14 Entries

June 20, 2010

Hi Dad

I has been 4 years since I sent my last Father's Day card to you. I still really miss you! I haven't been by as often as I would have liked to leave a message. It doesn't mean I don't think of you every holiday... every celebration... every day the sun comes up. I am slowly healing. Although there will always be that hole that can never be filled and at times joy seems to elude me, the Lord has provided me with comfort and love in this temporary home and given me a life that is so blessed.

I still find that perfect gift every year, the one that I think "dad would really have enjoyed that". Yes, there are still tears when I think of you, but also smiles for all the years I got to celebrate Father's Day with you. I like to think that there is still a part of you still here living in your grandsons. Oh they are such a joy and sometimes a pain :-) I can't imagine where all that stubbornness came from! Their tenacity and zest for life is something to behold, they would wear you out. Their three great loves are fishing, bowling, and baseball, the same sports you instilled in me. Now we must foster the love of golf! Right now they are more into soccer :-)

I have so many memories to look back on for all the fun we used to have. I am so grateful that I had such a wonderful Dad like you to teach me and encourage me in my interests. Mom cheers those boys on and encourages them whenever she can. The boys really enjoy playing catch with her. The closeness they share with their Granny is undeniable.

I was thinking about our trip to Kentucky lake 5 summers ago, my how time flies... sometimes it feels like yesterday! I miss you dearly.

Love you, J-Bird
xoxoxo

November 26, 2009

Hi Daddy-O

The boys and I are here at the house, had a beautiful Thanksgiving dinner cooked by mom today. Memories of you still fill the air... for a moment I felt you sitting next to me at church last night.

I am so grateful for all the Thanksgivings and all the days we shared together. I miss you!!

Love you xoxoxo

Jennifer

July 14, 2009

Hey Dad

Here I am again. Another year has passed... how could 3 years go by so quickly? You would be so proud of how mom is doing, I know she misses you still everyday, but she is managing. We all miss you!!

Well, we found some great fishing spots here in the area we are living now and the base lake is really nice. I think about how much you would enjoy taking the boys out fishing, just the way you used to with me.

I miss talking with you and getting your encouragement and hugs. I sure could use them now. Ray's new assignment is a fabulous opportunity. We are going to be fine.

Hugs to Heaven, Daddy-O

Loving you always

Jenn

December 25, 2008

Hey Dad

Been thinking about you, Christmas was always your favorite holiday. I try to think of your smiling face on Christmas and remember all the great holidays we shared, so that I don’t fall to pieces. I’d give anything to have you here to celebrate with us! You would just enjoy Andrew and Tyler so much. I think that both of them have that special silliness gene that only comes from a Johnson.

It is still tough getting through these days, but I know that you are happy in heaven. Please watch over us this New Year. Only God knows what 2009 will hold. I hope it will be a great one for all of us. Especially Mom… she really deserves it!

I miss you

Love and Merry Christmas.
xoxoxo

Jennifer

August 12, 2008

On July 14, 2008 Dad went home to be with God. All pain is gone, he has a new body in Christ Jesus. Hallelujah!!

HAPPY BDAY IN HEAVEN, DADDY-O! Today would have been your 64th birthday. We miss you so very much, but we are forever grateful to you for the special memories you left us with. You were truly one in a million. I know you are happy spending your birthday in Heaven

Luv you, J-Bird
xoxoxo

Daugther Jennifer

July 14, 2008

God took you home, it was His will,
but in our hearts we love you still.
Your memory is as dear today
as the two years ago you passed away.

Loving you always,
Your Family

Matt Anderson

December 12, 2007

Jennifer, I'm so sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family.

Daughter

December 12, 2007

Dad,

I am really missing your smiles and your laughter during the Christmas season. Mom and I were talking the other day how much we miss your spirit. You always brought such joy to Christmas. Your light will always shine in the hearts and lives of those who love you!

Although the holidays are tough, memories will get us through with smiles and tears. You are always remembered. Tyler especially has been speaking of you and Andrew knows you by your photos and calls you "papa".

I love you and I miss you, but I know you are in heaven with Carolee and all the others who went before. Steph's there now and I know you were so happy to see her shining smile.

Soon 2008 will be here, it's so hard to believe. But time just keeps on going. I will think of you as we ring in the New Year together as a family. Mom will be here!

Your loving daughter,
Jennifer

Jennifer, Ray and The Boys

July 13, 2007

Tomorrow will be one year since God called you home. I miss you, Dad. Hugs to Heaven...

October 20, 2006

Eulogy read by Pastor Byers at dad's funeral.

By Jennifer Carter

We should always hold our loved ones in our hearts and hold onto the precious memories…but also look to that reunion day in heaven!

Beloved husband of Claudia, loving father of Jennifer, and proud grandfather to Tyler and Andrew. He was also a brother, uncle, father-in-law, and a friend.

My dad was a special man and I feel blessed to have had him in my life for 35 years. We were very close and people always knew I was daddy’s little girl.

I shall recall all the blessings and the beauty of having had such a precious Dad. I will miss his silliness, the hugs, phone calls just to chat, and his sweet kindness for everyone. We celebrated so many wonderful moments together. And dad gave me those wonderful memories to cherish and wise advice to pass along to my kids. But mostly I will try to pass along to my boys the importance of family and having Christ as the center of your life.

My dad found out on March 7, 2005 that he had lung cancer and then began the fight with the monster. He fought bravely against his illness and always with consideration for those who suffered with him. He was truly inspiring and showed his giving nature even to the end. Dad never saw his cancer as a burden, but as some kind of lesson to be learned. He remained positive and he always kept the faith.

The Lord has him now in his loving arms and has freed him from all pain and suffering. Hallelujah! Knowing he is in a better place reminds me that I must carry on. I will honor my dad by celebrating his life.

Dad, I will certainly miss you. But will hold you close to my heart and look forward to the day we will be together again with the Lord our Risen Savior.

Daughter Jennifer

October 20, 2006

Miss u Daddy-O.

61 was too young to die. Even now as I say the word, I still can’t comprehend it. I know you wouldn't want me to cry, but I just can't help it. My heart is broken without you. We still had so many places to go together and so many things to do. I’m sorry that you didn’t make it to retirement and see all those plans for you and mom become reality. If anyone deserved to enjoy these years it was you.

You were the best father a girl could ever ask for. I know I shouldn't say it...but it’s not fair that you had to leave me so soon. But you were so sick and it was time for the Lord to bring you home. It hurt so much to see you in pain.

It is hard because I can't see you or talk to you; tell you I love you, sometimes I don't know what to do. I miss all of your laughter, love and praise, and the unconditional support you always gave. I think of you every day and miss you deeply. I will never stop loving my daddy.

Your grandson’s are getting big. "Rolie-polie” Andrew is walking and running around like crazy now, getting into all kinds of trouble. He sure would make you laugh! Tyler misses his "pa-po" and talks about you all the time. He keeps asking if you can come back one more time.

Mom's doing okay. You'd be proud of her and all of the things she’s taken care of. She misses you so.

I saw the Rainbow appear above the Gulf on the morning of August 27, 2006. I know that you wanted me to see it over the boardwalk and fishing pier on Okaloosa Island! (wink) God always knows what we need…

Sign of the cross. XOXO--J

Gloria Dampier

July 17, 2006

Claudia-

My prayers and thoughts are with you and your entire family on the death of your husband.

Amber Lindblad

July 16, 2006

This man was my Husband, Jason Lindblad's, uncle. I never got to know him, the only time I ever saw him was at our wedding in September 2004. From all I have heard he was a great man. He was Jason's Godfather and was there to help out when Jason's own father passed away when Jason was only 5 years old. Our sympathies go out to Claudia & Jennifer as they have suffered a tremendous loss that no one in life ever wants to go through. Our only regret is not being able to see him in his final year. Richard please know that we, especially Jason love you very much and we know you are with his dad, Gene Lindblad, in heaven watching over us right now.

David Nelson

July 16, 2006

I will miss talking to Dick.

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