Our gentle giant lost his battle with bi-polar disorder and schizophrenia, Drew Elliott took his life on Saturday, Dec. 10, 2011, in Milwaukee. He was born on June 24, 1988, in Green Bay and graduated from Ashwaubenon High School in 2006. At the time of his death, Drew was pursuing his doctorate in economics, while also employed as a graduate teaching assistant in the Economics Dept. at UW-Milwaukee.

He was the treasure of his parents, Rick and Amy (Johnson) Johnson, and cherished brother to Jesse and Brandon Gerrits and Lindsey and Chase Johnson. He is further survived by his paternal grandma, Jeanne Johnson, many aunts and uncles, and the loves of his life, Molly Flynn, and Morris, his cat.

Drew was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Alfred and Edna (Flynn) Johnson; paternal grandfather, Harold Johnson; and uncles, Christopher and Jeffrey Johnson.

In the short time Drew was gifted to us, he taught us so much about love and compassion. His sense of humor and intelligence brightened many lives. Bluebird, you will live in our hearts forever.

Visitation will take place from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 15, 2011, at Lyndahl Funeral Home. Visitation will continue after 9 a.m. Friday at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, 2771 Oakwood Avenue, Green Bay, where a Mass of Christian Burial will take place at 10 a.m. with the Rev. Paul Demuth officiating.

Lyndahl Funeral Home

And Cremation Services

1350 Lombardi Avenue

(920) 499-1223

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Published by Green Bay Press-Gazette from Dec. 13 to Dec. 15, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Drew Johnson

37 Entries

the Dinkelmans

December 20, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Have a blessed and peaceful holiday.

Carol Kaminski

December 20, 2011

Drew, I miss you. You were the thoughtful one who always worked to better yourself, and through that work, make the world better for all of us. I promise to fight for both of us. You made an excellent TA, and I'll remember you always.

Dan & Lauri Simons

December 19, 2011

Rick, Amy and family, our hearts ache for you guys. God's peace and blessings to each of you.

Bill Scott

December 18, 2011

Dear Rick and Amy, Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Bill & Terri

Rick Hearden

December 16, 2011

Dear Amy and Rick... My deepest condolences on the loss of your son. Please know that you and your family are in the thoughts & prayers of many and that we are all here to support you in any way that you need. May God Bless you and your entire family..

Chris Fletcher

December 15, 2011

He was always a smiling face during a dark period of my life. His humor will stay with me for the rest of my life.

December 15, 2011

Amy & Rick, even though we have been miles apart you have still been in our thoughts. Our family will keep you in our thoughts and prayers as you go though this loss of your precious son Drew.
Much love to you.

Trish Johnson & family

Joel Johnson

December 15, 2011

Rick and Amy our prayers and thoughts are with you in your loss of your son Drew. Joel and Ruth Johnson

Carrie Valencia

December 15, 2011

Deepest sympathies to you Uncle Rick and Aunt Amy. My thoughts are with you during this dificult time. I hope you are able to find some comfort knowing Drew is at peace now. Love always, CarrieU

Kristin

December 15, 2011

Drew was my classmate. He is such a beautiful mind. I miss the bus rides home and smoking breaks. I love your sweet and kind soul and not to forget about your pink backpack.
I am going to miss you terribly!
My thoughts are with you, your family and friends!

Dan Schanock

December 14, 2011

Rick and Amy please accept my condolences on the death of your son Drew.You are in my thoughts and prayers.

December 14, 2011

My heart goes out to the loved ones close to Drew. I always enjoyed a visit from him at the spa to visit his mom Amy. He would always ask, "So, how's business?" So kind, loving, welcoming and gentle. He knew how to make people feel comfortable. I will miss him. I love you Amy, you are in my thoughts. Be kind to yourself.
Love, Alyssa Ann Erickson

Jennifer Craanen-Holewinski

December 14, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I have many fond memories of Drew and will cherish them forever.

Will Herbon

December 14, 2011

Drew had the greatest sense of humor. I will never forget the times I spent just sitting back and watching him joke around with his brother, Brandon. They are a sarcastic/dry riot. Drew was such an awesome individual. My deepest sympathies.

Thomas Aviles

December 14, 2011

Drew was my Economics teacher this semester. I visited him in office hours many times and he was always very helpful. He gave me great advice on my portfolio as well. He gave me the confidence I needed to think I could actually make a difference in economics. He was very clever and funny. He always had the entire class laughing with his jokes. I'll never forget the advice he gave me, and I'll never lose the confidence he instilled in me. My deepest sympathies go out to his co-workers, friends, and family.

Alyss Nelson

December 14, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. Drew was my professor at UWM this semester. I have never had a professor that cared so much for me and my education. I was struggling in school and he helped me back up. I truly looked up to him and I hoped to be just as successful as him someday. You are all in my prayers, and he will never be forgotten.

Thomas Bolin

December 14, 2011

Dear Mr. & Mrs. Johnson,
Drew was a student in one of my courses at St. Norbert College. Although it was an intensive summer course that only met for three weeks, that was more than enough time for me to realize that he was an exceptionally bright young man. Please know that your family will be in my prayers regularly throughout the coming days and beyond.

Anton Parlow

December 14, 2011

Drew was my office mate. I will miss his unique sense of humor. I wish I would have known about his condition but I did not.

December 14, 2011

Dear Drew's parents,
We are so sorry for the loss of our beloved hero and classmate, Drew. Our hearts extend to you at this difficult time. I pray that god gives you patience and him Mercy and forgiveness
.
On behalf of Drew's classmates

Darin Ullman

December 14, 2011

Drew, your wit and intelligence is unmatchable and I thank you for the memories we've made during our time in grad school together. I pray for you and your family that you will all find peace

December 14, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. Drew was a kind and sweet person when I knew him grad school. I pray that God will bring you comfort.

December 14, 2011

Dear Rick and Amy: Our heartfelt condolences go out to you and the family during this sad time. Be assured that his spirit will remain with you. Losing your child is so hard, but with the love and support of family, and Drew's spirit, you can focus on the good memories and continue to love him always. Aunt Joan and Uncle Mick Considine

Lynn Burklund Corroy

December 14, 2011

Amy, my heartfelt sympathy is extended to you, Rick, and your family during this difficult time. Trust in our God as you travel this road. Drew will be such an inspiration to many people and will never leave your hearts. Also having lost a child I know that your hearts are breaking, but know that Drew will never be forgotten by the many people he touched. A favorite memory of mine is when you lived at 418 and I lived at 425...the May/June of 1988 was very warm - do you remember both of us (you pregnant with Drew and I was pregnant with Andrea)sitting in the "kiddie" pools in the driveway to cool off?! Let the memories sustain you and let friends help you as you begin the healing process. God Bless.

Chuck and Sue Strauss

December 14, 2011

Drew was our son's Econ teacher at UW-Milwaukee this semester. Charlie told us many times that Econ was his favorite class, because of his teacher,your son Drew. Drew will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

December 14, 2011

I was in Drew's econ class this semester. He was a great teacher. We will miss him.

Sarah Flavall

December 13, 2011

My deepest sympathy to you Amy, Rick, and family. Thinking of you all during this difficult time and sending my love.

December 13, 2011

Amy I am so sorry. Please be good to yourself. God Bless, Bev Murphy

December 13, 2011

Our prayers are with you in your trials, We experienced a similar trial when our 31 yr old son took his life in 2003, but we talk about him often and know he is at our sides always. belonging to survivors groups have helped as we have been able to talk and share with others and we are not alone in this battle. feel free to contact us at [email protected] anytime you want a listening ear or a compassionate caring hand, God Bless. Ken and Yvonne LeGreve

Mary Suda

December 13, 2011

Amy, Rick and family- Our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this difficult time.

Danielle Gauthier

December 13, 2011

I light this candle to bring peace and prayer to the Johnson Family at this unbelievably hard time in your life. By all means you should never outlive your children but as a mother who has also lost a son, i know it is NEVER easy to go through what you have been burdened with but i hope that you will find faith in God to get through this hard time. I graduated with your son and he was a great person that loved everything he did

December 13, 2011

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We are praying for you, your family and Drew.
Love Maria Baker (Lisa Slusarek's sister) and family

December 13, 2011

Please know that you are in our prayers during this very difficult time.
Your golfing friend
Mary Lynn Seidl

Kathi & Jeff Drake

December 13, 2011

Amy and Rick, May God comfort your family during this difficult time. Your loss is heartfelt and you are in our prayers.
Our blessings to Drew.

Mary Besaw

December 13, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss and I salure your courage in writing the obituary the way you did. So many people suffer the way Drew did but he is now at peace in the Lord's arms. Your family is in my prayers.

Toby Kufahl

December 13, 2011

First and foremost i want to say i am deeply sorry for your loss. my name is Toby Kufahl and although i did not know drew, i grew up in green bay and graduated from Notre Dame Academy in 2006. im not going to say that i knew exactly what drew was going through becasue all cases are different but i was diagnossed with schizo-affective disorder (a mix of bipolar and schizophrenia) on dec. 9th 2009, while on active duty in the military. i dont want to go into deatails because i know this isnt the time or place but i want anyone in the johnson family to know that if you have questions or concerns, please feel free to contact me. you can find me on facebook, i am the only Toby Kufahl on facebook. once agin i am sorry for your loss and my prayers go out to you and your family.

Tiffany Marceille

December 13, 2011

My thoughts & prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. I did not know Drew or know you, his family. However, I too lost my brother this same tragic way. It will be 3 years next week 12/21. He also was a graduate from Ashwaubenon High School in 1992. There are no words I can express to make this easier on you. Just know Drew is free now and no longer hurting. He will find a way to let you know that. He will be your Gardian Angel. Hold each other tight and help each other through the holiday season and the days moving forward. My heart aches for your loss of Drew. I am so sorry. May you all find peace in the days to come.

Joan Gordon

December 13, 2011

Oh Amy...my heart is breaking for you and your family. I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you during this difficult time.

Your cousin,
Joan Gordon

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