Johnson, William R. "Bill" (1941-2014)
William R. "Bill" Johnson, age 72, of Plymouth, WI, passed away late Sunday evening (June 15th) at his home.
He was born on October 2, 1941 in Green Bay, WI, a son of the late Clifford and Bernice Detroye Johnson.
The family moved to Plymouth in 1953 where he attended school graduating from Plymouth High School in 1959.
Bill joined the United States Navy serving aboard the U.S.S. Essex and U.S.S. Shangri-La in the Mediterranean from 1959- 1961.
Following his discharge, he worked at Sargento Cheese for 6 years. In June 1968 he married Judith Konen, whom he had 3 children with: Tammy, Mike and Matt.
Bill went to work for the Plymouth School District from 1973 until retirement in 2003.
On August 17, 2013, he married Carol Weinhoff. The couple has resided in Plymouth since their marriage.
Throughout his lifetime, Bill enjoyed many things: playing and coaching softball, coaching 5th grade basketball, assisting junior league football, working at the Youth Center and running the pool league. He also enjoyed playing cards, serving on the park board for the City of Plymouth, traveling (especially to Las Vegas). More recently he enjoyed getting together with family, going to grandkids sporting events, cookouts, and getting together with Carol's side of the family.
He is survived by his loving wife: Carol of Plymouth; one daughter: Tammy (George) Kulow of Plymouth and their children: Logan and Chloe; two Sons: Mike (Amanda) Johnson of Elkhart Lake and their daughter: Genevieve and Matt (Kelly) Johnson of Plymouth and their children: Ezra and Iris; one Stepson: Michael Weinhoff of Plymouth; two Sisters: Beverly Goulder of Missouri and Rita (Mike) Strobel of Plymouth; one Brother: Brian (Ellynne) Johnson of Plymouth; mother-in-law: Mary Weinhoff of Plymouth; one Brother-in-law: Dennis (Carol) Weinhoff of Random Lake and one Sister-in-law: Charlotte (Art) Bolton of Texas.
He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
William was preceded in death by his parents: Cliff and Bernice Johnson; two sisters: Rosemary Pickruhn and Sharon Simmonsmeir; brother-in-law: Harvey Goulder; one niece and nephew Brad and Lisa Johnson.
Memorial services will be held on Friday afternoon (June 20th) at 1:00 P.M. at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Plymouth. Rev. James Wilson, pastor of the church will officiate. Cremation has taken place and Inurnment will be in the Plymouth Woodlawn Cemetery.
Visitation will be held at CHURCH on Friday from 11:00 A.M. until the time of services.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund is being established in Bill's name.
VFW World Cheese Center Post # 5612 will conduct military rites at the cemetery immediately following the services.
The Suchon Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Plymouth is serving the family. For online condolences, please visit www.suchonfh.com.
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June 18, 2014
Ron and Cindy Hofmann
Sorry to hear of the loss of Bill. very sweet man. Thoughts and prayers to all the family.
June 17, 2014
Bill and Cindy Albright
To Bill's family. We are so sorry for your loss. Even though we didn't get together often, Bill and I were connecting again on face book. I loved some of his posts.
I pray the faith of our Lord will help you all with healing at this time.
Cousin Bill is no longer in any pain and is dancing in the streets of Heaven.
June 17, 2014
Marge, Wayne and family
Tammy, Matt, Mike,
We are so sorry to hear about your dad's passing. Grief can be so hard, but your special memories of time spent with him will help you to cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
June 17, 2014
Sara Boesch
My deepest sympathy goes out to all the family and friends of Bill. I have so many wonderful (and crazy)memories of Bill, he will never be forgotten!
God Bless,
Sara Boesch
June 17, 2014
Matt & Zina Marty
So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
June 17, 2014
You have my deep sympathy. I went to school with Bill. I loved his sense of humor. He will be missed by all who knew him. We live in the far north and won"t make it down for his service. But we share your sorrow. Juliette Johnston Guth.
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