Search by Name

Search by Name

Leif Johnson Obituary

Leif Aaron JOHNSON 5/2/1953 ~ 1/2/2011 Leif Johnson was born in San Jose, California to Tyr Vern Johnson and Rae Rowlands Johnson on May 2nd 1953. He died sadly and unexpectedly on January 2nd 2011. First and foremost Leif was a good person willing to extend himself to family, friends, and strangers alike. Leif is survived by his daughters Colette and Emma, his former wife Betsy Zorn, his partner Laura Klepfer, his sisters Erika Wilson and Ingrid Minor, his nephew Aaron Johnson and a multitude of friends and church goers. A celebration of his life will be held January 29th, 2011 at East Shore Unitarian Church at 11 am. In lieu of flowers please consider donating to Habitat for Humanity or the social justice organization of your choice. The family suggests donations to the Leif Johnson Memorial Fund at the nearest Wells Fargo Bank.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Seattle Times on Jan. 28, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Leif Johnson

Not sure what to say?





0 Entries

Be the first to post a memory or condolences.

Make a Donation
in Leif Johnson's name

Memorial Events
for Leif Johnson

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

How to support Leif's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Leif Johnson's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more