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1983
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Michael Johnson Obituary
Mike was born June 28, 1983 in Ashland, WI the son of Randy and Julie (Johanik) Johnson. He loved the outdoors with a passion to hunt and fish. He also loved music and to sing. Sports were a favorite pastime, especially watching the Packers. He had an uncanny ability to make friends where ever he went.
Michael is survived by his parents, Randy Johnson and Julie Johanik Johnson of Iron River, WI; brother, Scott of Iron River, WI; niece, Tesla of Duluth, MN; Aunts, Doris Johnson of Waukesha, WI, Theresa Johanik of Phillips, WI and Diana (Gary) Tyykila of Brule, WI; uncles, Joe (Mary) Johanik of Bayfield, WI, Paul (Janine) Johanik of Washburn, WI and Larry Johanik of Custer, South Dakota and many cousins.
He was preceded in death by Grandma and Grandpa, Joe and Helen Johanik, Grandpa Walt Johnson, as well as uncles, Mike Johanik, Ron (Cook) Johnson and Larry Johnson.
A Memorial Mass for Michael will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, Nov 9, 2015 at Saint Michael Catholic Church in Iron River with Father Michael Crisp and Deacon John Grek officiating.
A gathering of family and friends will begin at 10:00 on Monday at the church in Iron River and continue until the hour of service.
Private family interment will take place in Saints Peter and Paul Cemetery in Moquah.
Our Ashland chapel has been entrusted with the details of his memorialization.
Memories and Condolences
for Michael Johnson
April 1, 2020
Thinking of Mike a lot lately. I suppose its the music I've been listening to. I remember when I first saw him at the Iron River school when I was in 3rd grade. I didn't know him then, and I still hadn't met him when I'd see him biking to work at Mr. T's. When we finally met through mutual friends, I didn't know I was meeting one of my very best friends or, that he'd be gone just 15 years later and still on my mind after 20 years. I miss my buddy, Mike. I sure hope we meet again somewhere.
September 27, 2016
Still Thinking of Mike often. mostly its when i hear songs that I know he loved. Im sure it will be this way for many more years. Almost a year now and I still cant believe hes gone. still one of the best guys I ever knew. If I see him again someday, I'll tell him I missed him. I wont need to say i understand, because he knows.
Lori Engesser
November 11, 2015
Julie and Randy I am so sorry for this terrible loss. Your son was so kind to me! I remember singing a couple duets with him! He was a terrific singer and a funny guy! He was also quick to put people at ease and make them feel welcome. My heart and prayers go out to you.
November 10, 2015
We are so sorry for your loss.
Tom and Kathie Pettis
Lorna Lahti
November 8, 2015
So sorry for your loss.
Sandy Lind
November 7, 2015
So sorry for your loss.
November 6, 2015
Mike was very intelligent and bright, honest and hard-working. He loved his family and friends, and was very loyal to his loved ones. He had athletic ability most of us wish we had. I will always remember how he walked and stood so straight. I think it was because he was proud knowing he was one of the good guys. Mike was a good person, and he was incredibly tough. Those of us who were close to him, knew that his toughness often led him down some rough roads. Its crushing to hear he's gone. Mike lived the hell out of his years, and I know many of us will weep like I do tonight thinking of how much it hurts to lose him so soon. I am fortunate to have known him and It will give me great joy when I see my good friend Mike again, someday.
November 6, 2015
We are sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow.
With sympathy,
Agnes Laakso,
Ron & Renita Petite
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