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William Johnson Obituary

William W. (Bill) Johnson passed away peacefully at his home in Gilbert, AZ on November 3, 2010 surrounded by his family. He is survived by Lois, his best friend and wife of 62 years; his daughters Salle Johnson and Jan Reynolds (Jim); five grandchildren and six great grandchildren; two sisters, one brother. Bill was born in Sacramento June 3, 1923 and raised in Rio Linda. He was preceded in death by his parents William Wesley and Dell Johnson, and sister Mildred. He was a veteran of World War II and spent three years in the European Theater, a life member of the VFW, and a 50 year Master Mason. He worked for Pacific Bell in Sacramento and Santa Rosa and retired as a Supervising Construction Foreman after 35 years. A Celebration of Life will be held November 26th in Chandler, AZ. In lieu of flowers send donations to your favorite charity.

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Published by Press Democrat from Nov. 9 to Nov. 10, 2010.

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denise jamison

November 30, 2010

I apologize that it's taken me so long to contribute to this guestbook.

I was sad to hear of Bill's passing and hope that so many years of great memories are a comfort to you all. It's not something that everyone has, and is definitely something to treasure and be grateful for.

I can only hope to live such long, good life.

My thoughts are with you

Sincerely and with Love,

Denise Jamison

Sidney Zimmer

November 12, 2010

Dear Lois and Family,
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Bill. He and my dad (Harold Suhr) were great friends. I will always remember Bill as my "FIRST KISS" under the mistletoe when I was 5 years old.

Leo & Velma Hayes

November 12, 2010

Hi family of Bill Johnson:
We also remember all the picnics and other parties by Pacific Bell. That's where we met Bill, Leo was in trouble shooting and I worked in the Engineering Dept.

Our prayers are with you at this time of need for you and your family.

Sandra Artz

November 11, 2010

Dear Lois and family
I am so sorry to hear about Bill. Mom
(Mae Suhr) will be so sadden by the news
(she has been in assisted living for the past year). I remember the Pacific Bell picnics and what fun we all had. You and Bill and Mom and Dad go back a long way. My thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

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