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Larry Johnson Obituary
July 4, 1950 - March 4, 2024
University Place, Washington - Larry Steven Johnson 73, passed away on Monday, March 4, 2024 in University Place, WA after a long battle with Parkinson's Disease.
Larry was born July 4, 1950 in Olympia to Edwin and Ilene Johnson. He is survived by his mother Ilene Johnson, his son Jason {Erica} Johnson, daughter Jennifer {Albert} Kostanich, brother Russ Johnson, sisters Cheryl {Vince} Ensman, Nancy {Don} Anderson, granddaughter Lila Johnson, and many nieces, nephews and cousins and lifelong friend Randy Graham.
After graduating from Olympia High in 1968, Larry married his high school sweetheart, Kristin Thompson, joined the Army and began their married life in Germany. The marriage eventually ended, but they remained friendly.
Larry was an Electronic Technician and an entrepreneur. He worked at McDonnell Douglas, Ketchikan Pulp and Paper and ran the cable franchise in Ketchikan. He later opened the Pot Belly Deli in Port Orchard and after that worked for Honeywell.
Larry had a great sense of humor, enjoyed camping, fishing, creating art, playing guitar and spending time with family and friends.
A memorial service will be planned at a later time.
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Maree Benner
June 14, 2024
I'm Randy's daughter and through the years Larry would often visit my parents or they would travel to visit him. Even if a couple years passed between seeing him on person, Dad was frequently on long phone calls with him. I always thought it was so special that my dad had a friendship with Larry (and also Gene Fredrickson) that lasted and lasted. They certainly inspired me to make it a point to stay connected with friends. We muss you Lar!
Randy Graham
March 24, 2024
We were in the first grade together and remained brothers for life. We went everywhere together. He always had a motorcycle or a car and we made many trips to the beach. Sadly the Parkinson´s made his life miserable. My only comfort is knowing he´s out of pain.
Deborah Anne
March 23, 2024
Loved this guy. Very caring and doting uncle. I will miss his stories and his sense of humor. One of the good guys and life was stolen from him way too soon. Bless your beautiful soul uncle.
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