Eldon Lee Johnson

Eldon Lee Johnson obituary, Greeley, CO

Eldon Lee Johnson

Eldon Johnson Obituary

Published by Legacy on Jan. 24, 2024.
Eldon Lee Johnson, age 90, was born on October 23, 1933 in Pawnee City, Nebraska to Clarence and Mabel Johnson.
His home was a farm outside of Elk Creek, Nebraska where he attended school. He graduated from Tecumseh High School in 1951. Eldon went into the Army in 1953 until being Honorably Discharged in 1961. He then received the National Defense Service medal and Marksmanship medal on November 23, 1961.
Eldon was united in marriage to Alberta "Bert" Standerford at Hastings, Nebraska. They made their home in Wood River, Nebraska until 1963 when they moved to Greeley, Colorado. Eldon was the Heavy Equipment Operator and worked for many people including Goodell Construction. Eldon retired in 1995. He enjoyed traveling and visiting family and friends with Bert by his side.
Eldon was a loyal servant of our Lord Jesus for over 50 years. He and Bert have been members of West Greeley Baptist Church since 1969. On occasion, they would take a leave of absence to work with area churches, as God led them. After Bert went home to the Lord in 2017, Eldon moved to Humboldt, Nebraska to share the word of the Lord by putting articles in the paper to Humboldt with love.
Eldon loved people and people loved him. He wanted everyone to know the love of the Lord and that if you're not saved, that you put your trust in Jesus and let him direct your life. That way, Eldon can look forward to seeing you again in the presence of Jesus.
He did not fear death and on January 21, 2024, Eldon went to be with his savior and was reunited with Bert.
Eldon was preceded in death by his parents and all of his siblings: Ronald, Alice, Robert, and Jimmy.
He is survived by many nieces and nephews. Eldon will be greatly missed by many people.

Place the Full Obituary in Any Newspaper

This is just an online death notice. You can publish a complete obituary in over 2,700 newspapers.

Online memorial

Inform your community

Receive memories and condolences

Legacy.com reports daily on death announcements in local communities nationwide. Visit our funeral home directory for more local information, or see our FAQ page for help with finding obituaries and sending sympathy.

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

How to support Eldon'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
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
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
Ways to honor Eldon 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

Sign Eldon Johnson's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?