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JOSEPH JOHNSON Obituary


JOSEPH CHARLES JOHNSON (Age 34)  
Passed away on Saturday, September 26, 2015 of Coconut Creek, Florida. He is survived by Rachael Johnson, his dearly beloved wife of two years. He was a loving son of Paul and Linda Johnson and caring brother to Christopher Johnson. Joseph lived in the greater D.C. area for many years, graduating from Our Lady of Good Counsel High School in 1999 and then from Xavier University in Cincinnati in 2003. He relocated to Florida where he had a successful career in Fraud Investigations and Loss Prevention. He will always be remembered for his infectious smile, adventurous spirit, quick wit, playful nature, and kind and generous heart. Family and friends are called to remember and celebrate his life at Collins Funeral Home, 500 University Boulevard West, Silver Spring, MD, (Valet Parking), on Sunday, October 4, from 2 to 4 p.m. Memorial Mass celebrated at St. Louis Catholic Church Chapel, 12500 Clarksville Pike, Clarksville, MD on Monday, October 5, at 10 a.m. Interment will follow at St. Louis Cemetery, 10 Ten Oaks Road, Clarksville, MD. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to a charity of your choice.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com  

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Published by The Washington Post on Oct. 2, 2015.

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Sponsored by Paul, Linda, Rachael, Christopher and Michelle Johnson.

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Jeanne Baak (Lynch)

October 10, 2015

I am terribly sad to learn of Joseph's passing. We were such good playmates as little children. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this sad time.

Gwynethe Sanders

October 9, 2015

My thoughts are with you as I remember us cooking and raising our teenagers.

Gwynethe Sanders

October 9, 2015

I remember Joe and we had teenagers @ the same time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Gretchen & Cheryl

October 5, 2015

Our hearts go out to Rachael and Joe's Parents. We are sending healing prayers and loving hugs your way.

Diane Bowman

October 5, 2015

We are so sorry to hear this news. Our thoughts & prayers are with all of you. We have great & fun memories of Joe from St. Andrew's and Good Counsel. Our love to all of you! Diane Bowman, Bill Stablein and families

Vicki and David Embrey

October 4, 2015

We are so sorry to hear of Joseph's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family at this time. May the Lord bring you peace.

Ninan & Jolly

October 3, 2015

Our hearts go out to you and your family. May peace and comfort find you during this very difficult time.
"My comfort in my suffering is this: Your promise preserves my life" Psalm 119:50

Bob Rubenstein

October 3, 2015

Uncle Bob and I were very sorry to hear of your departure. We pray for your family and Rachel.

Uncle Bob and BethAnn

Karen Martin

October 3, 2015

I was deeply saddened to hear of your loss. I met Joseph on several occasions while visiting my dear friend, Mary Louise. He was a delightful young man to be around.
My heartfelt prayers go out to all of you.

Lisa Gordon

October 2, 2015

Hearing about your loss has deeply saddened us, but we know that this is far from what you are going through right now. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family.

Lisa & Tammy

Jim Evans

October 2, 2015

Our deepest sympathy for your family Paul

Shannon Cron

October 2, 2015

My family and I send many prayers to you and your family. Joe was always so nice when we were in high school together.

Cynthia tePas-Kosonen

October 2, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with Rachael and Joe's Family. Cyndie, Jaakko, Matt and Andrew tePas-Kosonen

Mary Fran Silk Eshleman

October 2, 2015

My heart goes out to your family. Joe and I were in class together at Good Counsel and in the Ryken program together. I have very fond memories of this time and cherish them. My prayers are with you and I pray you have peace. Joe was a special man and will be very missed. God bless.

Susan Harless

October 2, 2015

Joe I pray for your spirit to be at peace now. We will see each other again in that beautiful place our Father has set aside for us all. With much, much Love Aunt Susan

Annie I.

October 2, 2015

I am sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Donna Ricucci

October 2, 2015

My deepest heartfelt sympathies to the entire Johnson family. I hope you can hang onto the thought that God promises us loving reunions in Heaven with those who are already there. God bless each of you.

Mary Louise and Steve Embrey

October 2, 2015

We've lit a candle for you at church and we know your bright light will shine forever!
Until we meet again ...

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