Wayne Johnson Obituary

Wayne H. Johnson
1915 - 2013
Our dear father, Wayne Henrichsen Johnson peacefully passed away May 1, 2013 in his home at the age of 97. He was the sixth of eight children born to Elmer and Amelia Henrichsen Johnson and was the last surviving member of his family. He grew up in Salt Lake City. He graduated from East High School and University of Utah.
He was married to Dorothy Gordon for 65 years, and has missed her these past 4 years. They were the parents of Susan (George) Jarvis, Arthur (Laurie) Johnson, Lynda (Dick) Lefler, Ruth Wilcox, and Dale (Linda) Johnson. They have 14 Grandchildren, 36 Great-Grandchildren and two Great, Great Grandchildren.
Wayne was a quiet man of service: serving his Country, his Church and his family. He began his military service in the ROTC at East High School, continuing at University of Utah. He served a mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Brazil 1939-1941. Returned to the US, received his 1st Lt. Rank, served in Italy during World War II, and completed his Military career service as a Lt. Col. He has been in 48 of the 50 states in the US and many places throughout Europe and Korea.
Wherever he or his family moved the Church was the first place we looked for. He served in many positions within the Church, always as a Home Teacher. He and mom served as Temple workers at the Jordan River Baptistery.
He was a well-educated man with a great sense of humor and a memory like the encyclopedia. He could still name every school teacher he had and the corresponding girlfriend for each grade from Kindergarten through College. He filled our home with great music, art, literature, books, laughter and a love of travel. He had a special fondness for trains. He was a member of the Utah Railroad Club. He also enjoyed the old time movies complete with organ music.
He was the best Dad, the favorite Uncle and the most patience man, never getting angry with childish mistakes and dispensing learning as easily as sharing his favorite chocolates.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00am on Tuesday, May 7, 2013 at the Holladay 18th Ward, 2625 East Milo Way (4910 South), Holladay, Utah. A viewing will be held on Monday evening from 6-8pm at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 East 10600 South in Sandy and on Tuesday morning, one hour prior to the services at the church. Interment South Jordan Cemetery. Online condolences welcomed at www.larkincares.com

Published by Deseret News from May 4 to May 5, 2013.
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I am comforted to know you have gone to a place of peace and rest. Thank you for your influence and all the wonderful memories I have listening to you and learning from you. Until we meet again. Your Grandson Phillip Jarvis and Family.

Phillip Jarvis

May 7, 2013

Miss you Grandpa!! Thank you for all the memories and help when times were tough. You have been the best example of how we should live our life's. I will keep my promise to you, and take care of Mom. Love you so much. Julie, Bret, Austin, Amanda Lovendahl.

Julie Lovendahl

May 6, 2013

I work with his daughter Lynda. I love listening to her stories about her parents. I will miss overhearing her make her morning call to her dad everyday, the way she ended every call with I love you Dad. What a special bond the two of them share.

Kristie Hardy

Kristie Hardy

May 5, 2013

I'll always remember my Uncle Wayne as a fun, humorous, witty relative, always quick with a funny remark. I'll miss his presence but I'll always keep a special place in my heart and mind for him.

Steven Cross

May 5, 2013

Dear Johnson Family, We lived next door to Wayne and Dorothy on Wander Circle for some 30 years, and got to know them well. They were both great neighbors and wonderful people. Dorothy had a good sense of humor and was the talkative one, and, yes, Wayne was usually quiet. It was evident in speaking with them that they both loved their family very much. Our sympathy and prayers go out to all of you. May Wayne rest in peace now that he is reunited with Dorothy.

Mike and Wynn Wright

May 5, 2013

We send our sympathy to you all. We always enjoyed Wayne at the Isaac and Emily Wardle family reunions. We are grateful for the great example and true pioneer spirit of those who came before. Wayne was truly part the of Greatest Generation. Rest well.
Don and Marty Woodruff

May 4, 2013

Uncle Wayne: I will always remember you and Aunt Dorothy. To my cousins, we will see Uncle Wayne and Aunt Dorothy again. If any of you have our family history could you please email it to me. May you rest in peace until we meet again.

Julianne Johnson

May 4, 2013

You will always have a special place in our hearts. Love Brian, Paula, Tyler and Carson.

Brian Jarvis

May 4, 2013

He was more than just my favorite uncle. He was always so loving and kind towards me. I loved listening to his stories and looking at pictures with him. I loved him and so dad mother.

Christine Cross-Rigby

May 4, 2013

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