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Dr. Thomas A. Johnson Jr.

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Creve Coeur, Missouri

Thomas Johnson Obituary

Johnson, Dr. Thomas A., Jr. age 74, of Chesterfield, Missouri and Santa Rosa Beach, Florida returned to our Lord peacefully at his home in Santa Rosa Beach on Wednesday, January 18th. Beloved husband for fifty years of Elizabeth (Betty); loving father of their five children, Laura Johnson, Linda (Mike) DeCamp, Kristin (Jeff) Vestal, Michael Johnson and Paul Johnson; attentive grandfather to their eight grandchildren, Jack, Emily and Ava DeCamp; Justin, Claudia, Nathan, Lizzy and Jessica Vestal; and caring brother of Richard (Sandra) Johnson and Robert (Jean) Johnson. Tom is preceded in death by his parents, Thomas and Alice Johnson and his brother, Paul Johnson. Dr. Johnson cherished his forty-year career practicing family medicine. He was a graduate of Fairfield University in Connecticut and St. Louis University School of Medicine and proudly served in the United States Navy as a medical officer on the submarine USS Will Rogers. In 1976 he joined the Family Medicine Department of Mercy Hospital (formerly St. John's Mercy Medical Center). There he also trained resident physicians and served as chairman of the department. Following his retirement in 2006, he continued to serve his community as a volunteer, lifestyle coach, and with his continued love for learning became a master gardener in Florida. He approached each day with guidance from God and shared his love for Him by seizing every opportunity to exclaim his blessings. There is no question that all who knew him were blessed with a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, brother, doctor and friend. Papa and Grandma stopped at nothing to be there whenever and wherever they were needed for their friends, family, community and, especially, grandchildren. Always an example that there is nothing more important in life than love, he will be remembered and celebrated for gracefully sharing his unwavering desire for life, health and happiness. Services: Visitation will be held Thursday, January 26th from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Ortmann-Stipanovich Funeral Home, 12444 Olive Blvd, Creve Coeur, Missouri 63141. A funeral Mass will be held Friday, January 27th at 10:00 a.m. at Incarnate Word Parish, 13416 Olive Blvd, Chesterfield, Missouri 63017, followed by a ceremony and burial at Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery, 2900 Sheridan Road, St. Louis, Missouri 63125. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to a charity of your choice.

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Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Jan. 22, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Thomas Johnson

17 Entries

Chris Erkmann MD

May 9, 2022

I was saddened to hear of Tom's passing after a search online this morning. I wanted Betty and family know that even though I switched specialities after my internship year, I was led to FP only because after a mentoring opportunity with Tom I had always wanted '... to be like Tom Johnson'. The relationship he had with his patients was so influential to me, and I will always cherish the memories of having had the privilege to know and work with Dr. Tom.

Casey Hancock

February 2, 2017

Loved working at FM with this kind and gentle man. I learned quite a lot from him as well. I'm truly saddened to hear this news. My deepest sympathy to Betty and his family.

Karen Sommers

January 30, 2017

I was fortunate to meet Tom through the Master Gardener program. Tom was such a kind man and I enjoyed our conversations during our shared volunteer days. I will miss him. My thoughts and prayers are with his wife, Betty, his children, and the rest of his family.

Vince Hunter

January 27, 2017

I was one of Toms very first patients. he was a fantastic Dr. and friend, will miss.

January 27, 2017

I was one of Toms first patients at Mercy Hospital, what a great man and Dr. will miss him greatly, Vince

Myra Hilch

January 27, 2017

I had the privilege of working close with Dr Johnson. I was so very sad to hear the news! My prayers and thoughts are with Betty and the rest of the Johnson family.

Cindy Benfield

January 26, 2017

To Paul Johnson and Family,
I know I speak for the entire Express Scripts Family in saying, you have our deepest sympathy for the loss of Mr. Johnson. Paul and the entire family will be in our thoughts and prayers during this time. May your family be blessed by God's peace.

John Merkel

January 25, 2017

I was blessed to have Dr. Tom Johnson as a teacher and friend while I was a resident at St. John's Mercy from 1980 to 1983. I remember his smile and kindness. He will be missed by all whose lives he touched.

Caroline Rudnick

January 24, 2017

I was very fortunate to have Dr. Johnson as a mentor/teacher when I was a resident at St.John's. May he rest in peace.

Ella Glass

January 23, 2017

So sorry for your loss, keep you head high and praise God for a loving and gracious God. Your father led a good life he cared for other people as to why he was in the medical field. Paul you and your family have my prayers to strengthen you and family in this time of need.

Ella (Express-scripts)

Dave Tarrant

January 23, 2017

Mike,
Kim and I are so very sad for you and offer our most sincere sympathies.

With Love and Affection,

Kim and Dave

Bill Dixon

January 23, 2017

On behalf of the United States Submarine Veterans (USSVI), I offer our sincere
condolences on Thomas' passing. You and your loved ones are in our thoughts and On behalf of the United States Submarine Veterans (USSVI), I offer our sincere prayers. We are forever grateful for Thomas' service to our country in the U.S. Submarine Service. To our Brother of the Phin we say, Sailor, rest your oar. We have the watch. May you rest in peace and may God bless your loved ones who remain. Thank you for your service to our country."
Now may the Lord of peace Himself give you peace always in every way. - 2 Thess 3:16.

DR. Thomas A. Johnson Jr. LCDR, US Navy, Now on Eternal Patrol.
Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate
His record is now posted online in the Eternal Patrol file on the USSVI website.

Bill Dixon, National Chaplain United States Submarine Veterans, USSVI.

Christine Crain

January 22, 2017

I had the privilege of knowing and working with Dr Johnson for many years while he was at Mercy Hospital. He was truly one of the kindest and most caring physicians. May your family be surrounded by God's loving embrace at this time.

Grant Hoekzema

January 22, 2017

To Betty and the entire Johnson family, I know I speak for the entire St. John's Mercy Family Medicine department and program in saying that TJ was a great mentor, teacher and friend. His love for his patients and his colleagues was evident in how he lived his life. He left an enduring legacy that will not be forgotten. God bless and be with you all and give you His perfect peace. Grant Hoekzema

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Nick Nichols

January 21, 2017

To the Johnson Family,

On behalf of the Charleston Base SUBVETS and Swamp Fox Chapter SUBVETS WWII, I offer you our sincere condolences on Thomas' passing. We grieve with you on the loss of your loved one and our shipmate. All SUBVETS and their families have your family in our thoughts and prayers. There is no expiration date on the back of our dolphins and Thomas will always be remembered as a Brother of the Phin and a great Patriot. Farewell 'DOC' Johnson!

Dr. (SS) Thomas A. Johnson
US Navy Submarine Veteran
Now on Eternal Patrol
Sailor Rest Your Oar
Your Shipmates Have The Watch

Fair Winds and Following Seas Shipmate

Charleston Base Submarine Veterans
Nick Nichols, MTCM(SS) USN Ret.
Base Chaplain

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