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Glenn Johanson Obituary
Glenn Charles Johanson passed away April 15, 2013 at the age of 66 from pancreatic cancer.
He was born March 11, 1947 in Los Angeles, CA to Ray N. and Alfreda Busby Johanson. Glenn lived his early years in Moab, and the family then moved to SLC. He graduated from Highland High.
Glenn served four years in the Air Force and was honorably discharged. In December 1970 he met Zona Tolman and three years later they married. They had a son, Matthew and a daughter, Jami. Glenn loved them with all his heart.
Glenn attended Snow College, Westminister College and SLCC. He worked for SL City Water Dept. as an electrician, retiring in 2010, after 34 years of service.
Glenn was best known for talking, telling corny jokes, making up and singing ditties, talking, reading, fishing with the Watts boys, hunting, and more talking. He was preceded in death by his grandparents and mother. Survived by his wife, Zona; children, Matthew and Jami (BJ Watts); his 96 year old father; his brother, Edvin (Carol), SLC; his sisters, Peggy Williams (Warren), Cedar City, and Diane Norlin, SLC, and many nieces, nephews, friends and the only cat he ever loved, Rocerante'.
Glenn would like to thank everyone for listening!
Funeral Services will be held Friday, April 19, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. at the Valley View Funeral Home Chapel, 4335 West 4100 South. The family will receive friends at a visitation Thursday evening from 6 until 8 p.m. at Valley View Funeral Home, and one hour prior to the service on Friday. Interment: Valley View Memorial Park.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.valleyviewfuneral.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Glenn Johanson
April 28, 2013
Dad, I wasnt ready to let you go!!! It seems like a bad dream that your not around anymore. We all helped and planted a new tree in your honor at your house today(we named it Glenn). I was waiting for you to walk thru the doors at the house today and you never did. Dad you mean the world to me! Love You, Jami
April 22, 2013
I am so sorry to hear this sad news. I came to know Glenn at the Water Dept. and enjoyed his friendship. Our prayers are with you....Rich Valdez,Bountiful, Ut.
Rich Valdez
April 22, 2013
So sorry to hear of Glenn's passing, he was a true friend I came to know at the Water Dept.Our prayers are with you,,,,Rich & Aline Valdez
April 20, 2013
I want to thank everyone for these great messages. They are so comforting to our family. We had a nice/fun viewing &funeral., just like Glenn wanted. We saw so many old friends we haven't seen in years. About a week before he died he made this statement ......I didn't have a lot of friends but the ones I had we're the best. ..I. Hope he saw that he had a lot of best friends. THANK YOU EVERYONE!!!
Teddae Hansen
April 19, 2013
Zona, Matt, and Jami, We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Dale and Teddae Hansen
April 19, 2013
Zona
Alice Dietz called me yesterday to tell me about Glen. I was so shocked. I have such fun memories of you and Glen. When I think of the two of you, a smile always graces my face. Wishing you the sweetest of memories and know you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love and hugs,
Debbi Calloway/Atlanta GA
Linda Pack
April 19, 2013
Dear Zona,Jami & Matt,
I am so sorry for your loss. Today I feel as if I have lost a brother and a father with the passing of both Glenn and Ray this week. In the last 7 years I have become very close to both of them. My heart is very heavy today but I am grateful they were both a part of my life. May they both rest in peace and you all be comforted by their everlasting love.
Nate L. Williams
April 18, 2013
Matt, Zona and Jami,
I am so sorry to hear that Glenn has died. He was always so nice to me. I fondly remember all the time that I spent at your home with Matt and your wonderful family. Glenn was very kind, and always made me feel welcome. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Nate L. Williams
Kathi Henline
April 18, 2013
Dear Diane, I am so sorry to learn of the passing of your brother....I hope you know you are in my thoughts and in my heart...love you
Bob Wallin
April 18, 2013
Dear Johansons, I worked with Glenn at the water department. He always had a good story to tell and a funny song to sing. I'm sorry for your loss and his many great friends who will miss him also. RIP Glenn
April 18, 2013
Dear Jami,BJ and family. Although we didn't know Glenn well, we know and love his beautiful,thougtful daughter, Jami. So I guess we know him through her. When those you love hurt, we hurt with them. So our hearts hurt with yours. Pat Bentley, Kelly Lloyd, Joseph and Lynette Watts
The Gardner Family
April 18, 2013
Dear Zona, Matt, Jami & BJ, We are so sorry for your loss. Glenn has been so wonderful to our family over the years. He loved to talk to our children and watch them play and bring over popsicles and candy. He always took the time to talk and share stories with us. We will miss him. All our love, The Gardner Family
Carla Palmer
April 18, 2013
Zona My Old Friend...SOooo Sorry for Your Loss..Its Truly Hard to Lose Those We Love...Thank God We Have a Lifetime of Memories to Help See Us Thru...Take Care.
Debra Jo Nielson
April 18, 2013
Dear Zona and all. I can always remember My mom saying about Glen when he was growing up he was the kindest little boy. He liked talking to everybody. He was a lot like his dad loved to talk. Mom always like to baby sit him. He and I had a lot of good conversations and the jokes he would tell me was so funny. May the Lord bless you all and may his love always shine on you. Love Debra Jo Nielson
April 17, 2013
Glen was my younger cousin. We were the California relatives, even though my parents were both raised in Ephraim and Midway, Utah. Our prayers for Peace and Love go to the remaining family.
Kevin Aoki
April 17, 2013
I love the Glenn !!! 25 through 50 years old and we gave each other wedgies to vent !!! Stubborn, exact for detail, he made me a better man. I'll always love Genn!!!
Eileen Carmen Busby Williams
April 17, 2013
Ed, Carol, Diane, Uncle Ray and to Glenn's family, my thoughts are with you all.
Amanda Brown
April 17, 2013
Zona-Jami-Matt
Glenn was an amazing man and will be deeply missed. Your family is very special to me and I consider you guys all my family. I love you all & Glenn very much!
Martin Tolman
April 17, 2013
Glenn was always willing to pitch in. Hauling manure or what ever. Sometimes full of more crap than the spreader but that was part of the fun. I give my condolence.
Karryn Greenleaf
April 17, 2013
Glenns cheerfulness has been missed here at PU since he retired. He always had a smile on his face, a story to tell and an eagerness to help whenever he could. He will be missed. Our thoughts are with your family at this time.
Karryn
April 17, 2013
sorry ti hear about Glen passing away i was Glen's boss at the Water Dept he was a great employee sincerely Wayne and Lila Thompson
Sarah Tervort
April 17, 2013
Zona and Family,
Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time, that you may find peace, comfort, and strength in the memories and love shared with Glenn.
Hugs,
Sarah
Ron and Vikkie Smith
April 17, 2013
Zona, Jamie and Matt, Just know our thoughts are with you. We are just next door if you need anything. It won't be the same without "Hey Ron, ya got a minute?" ... RIP Glenn
April 17, 2013
Diane and family: I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. May the Lord bless you all.
Al Schindler
April 16, 2013
I'm missing you Brother and good friend, sad. Rest easy and know I love Ya. See ya later
AliRae Johnson
April 16, 2013
We are so sorry to hear about Glenn. We love you all and your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
April 16, 2013
Just one more story Glen. About VW busses, and road trip to Moab. I miss you already my friend. Paul
Harry Judd
April 16, 2013
Zona, Jami and Tigger,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Glenn. I truly considered him a friend as the years went by after moving into this neighborhood. He always had a smile and a willing visit over the years. I always felt welcome in his presence and know that he will be missed. It has been great viewing Jami's posts on FB during recent years of her love for the things that she learned at her father and mothers knee. It only reflects on the kind of man Glenn was as a husband and father. To you Zona my friend a special wish for the outpouring of Heavenly Fathers love and comfort during the days to come. He was a good man, a handy man, and a good neighbor. May the Lord bless you all.
Harry and Pat Judd
Robert Andrew Watts
April 16, 2013
Glenn, thanks for all the memorable times & hope there are plenty of "Fish On" in heaven...
Lisa Westover
April 16, 2013
Dear Zona, Matt, & Jami
Sorry for your loss. Our prayers go out to you and the family! RIP Glenn you will be missed!
Love Roger Lisa Shad & Shay
Tasha Mayfield
April 16, 2013
Jami and Family
So sorry to hear of your loss!
Daron Hill
April 16, 2013
I am sad to hear about Glenn's passing. He was the best and my most favorite soccer coach I had growing up. God Bless you Glenn and your family.
April 16, 2013
Dear Zona, Jami & Matt,
So sorry for you and your family. Glenn will be greatly missed. He always made us smile and laugh with his silly stories. He was a great friend and we will always love him. God's peace! Love, Paul and Sue
Darrel Spencer
April 16, 2013
Sorry to hear about Glenn. We worked together for my 30 years. May god be with you at this time.
Lorrie Niles
April 16, 2013
Dear Johanson family,
Glenn was so fun to work with. He could always put a smile on your face with his stories. I'm sorry for your loss. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Evans Family
April 15, 2013
Dear Johanson family, Our condolences. Our hearts and prayers are with your family at this time of loss.
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