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Cotuit George F. Johnson, 79, of Cotuit, formerly of Milton, died at Cape Cod Hospital on July 7, 2008. Husband of Marilyn (Hanley) Johnson for 50 years. Father of Jeff of Manassas, VA, Jill of Winter Garden, FL, and George Jr. of Mansfield. Brother of Elizabeth McCarthy, Harriet Stranger, Vera Piquette and the late Phyllis Hanlon, Doris O'Donnell, Shirley Russell and Richard Johnson. He also leaves seven grandchildren. George was born in Milton, MA on April 15, 1929, he was a lifelong resident of Milton before moving to Cotuit, MA in 1997. A graduate of Milton High School, he served two years in the Army during the Korean War in Special Services. George was an outstanding football player with the Milton Merchants. He worked for many years in the Milton DPW, retiring in 1996. On the Cape, he was an avid fan of the Cotuit Kettleers baseball team. Visiting hours will be in the John-Lawrence Funeral Home, 3778 Falmouth Rd., (Rte 28), Marstons Mills on Thursday, July 10 from 4-6 PM. A Graveside Service will be in Milton Cemetery on Friday, July 11, at 10:30 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Cape Cod Hospital, c/o Cardiovascular Center, 27 Park St., Hyannis, MA 02601

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Published by The Patriot Ledger on Jul. 9, 2008.

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Gerard and Marlene Kelly

July 22, 2008

Dear Marilyn and Family, So sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved husband Gigi. He was a great guy and a terrific athlete. Its hard to belive where 50 years have gone when we all got married. You people one week and us the next. We all made the big 50!!! Sincerely, Marlene and Jerry Kelly

Paul & Nancy Wohler

July 15, 2008

Mrs. Johnson and Family,

We were deeply saddened to hear of G's passing. We sat with him at Cotuit Kettleer games over the past 9-10 years. He was truly one of a kind. It was too quiet at third base tonight without him.

Yvette Hanley

July 13, 2008

Marilyn and family,
Gigi was a great guy, we have fond memories of him. Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
Love,
Yvette Hanley and family

Linda and Dave Norden

July 13, 2008

To the Johnson family,
May many fond memories help you through this very difficult time.

My sister in law Reenie and George Jr. have had us at their house for Easter many times. Our family has shared many fun times with George and Marilyn. Thanks for the happy memories.

Frank McDermott

July 13, 2008

Dear Marilyn and Family
Please accept our condolences and sympathy at the loss of your unique and outstanding husband and father. He was a great friend when we all hung out at Mike's Gas and Gab.He was a dynamo when he worked for the Milton DPW.He did the work of 4 men There are not many men like
" Gigi"

John Pickering

July 10, 2008

My sympathys to the Johnson family.
GiGi made the job(Milton DPW) a more entertaing place to work. We all miss him.

Mike Casey

July 10, 2008

Mr. Johnson,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Linda and Billy Parsloe

July 10, 2008

we can only immagine the party going on with Lillian and Bill right now.Our lives have been touched by a wonderful and funny man.Everyy time we look at the ceiling we will think of Giggi love and prayers from BEACON STREET MILTON

barbara Donovan

July 9, 2008

Dear Marilyn and family,
I am so sorry for you and your family. It is a great loss. He was an original. You were both so kind to Jim and me when we were neighbors. I will try to attend service on Friday. I am sending you a big hug. Love, Barbara Donovan

Carol Doherty

July 9, 2008

Dear Marilyn, Jeff, Jill and George,
What a great husband and dad you were blessed with. Neil and I and our children were very lucky to have him as a terrific neighbor and friend. He had a story or some funny line for every situation. He will be sorely missed but you have lots of great memories.
Love, Carol and Neil D.

Jim Dunn

July 9, 2008

To the Johnsons,
Gigi created fond memories. We will miss him. My deepest condolences to the family.
Jim Dunn

Lauren & Frank Caridi

July 9, 2008

Our deepest sympathies to you and your family. May you find peace in loving memories.

Lauren & Frank caridi

July 9, 2008

Our sympathies go out to you and your family. May you find peace in loving memories.

Joan Holmberg

July 9, 2008

Be Still

Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.

Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.

If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.

Kathy and Larry Lavery

July 9, 2008

Dear Marilyn and Family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. George was a great husband, attentive dad, and proud grandfather. But he was also a wonderful neighbor. Always ready to help with advice, or brighten a day with a story or two.

May your memories bring you comfort in the weeks and months ahead.

Sincerely,

Jeanne Bello

July 9, 2008

To the Johnsons
Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Former Garden St
Neighbor

John Finneran

July 9, 2008

Gigi was a true original, while in his company he always made sure I had a cold beer in my hand. Although I have not seen him in years, the image of him chomping on a cigar and complaining about any various overpaid local professional athlete will forever be burned in my head. He was a lot of fun and will truely be missed.

Stephen J. Doherty

July 9, 2008

Mrs Johnson, Jeff, Jill and George,

Sorry to hear about Mr Johnson. He was alot of fun. I enjoyed when he would take us up the ballfield as well as playing pool and horseshoes with him. The story I remember most was when Jeff had a broken hand (?wrist or arm), Mr Johnson was cleaning the gutters in the back yard and he tells me he is afraid of heights so I go up the ladder and clean the gutters. He was a great guy!!!!

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