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Robert Johnson Obituary
Robert "Bob" "Red" Johnson
VALPARAISO, IN -
Robert "Bob" "Red" Johnson, age 87, passed away on July 9, 2020 in Valparaiso, IN.
He was born on October 11, 1932 in Valparaiso, IN to Riley and Celia (Jones) Johnson. He was a lifelong resident of Valparaiso. Employee of Browns Dairy as a milkman, and Valpo Beverage from 1974-2000. He was a member of First United Methodist Church and Army Veteran.
He is survived by three sons, Tim (Roberta) Johnson, Bob Johnson, Dan (Dawn) Johnson; six grandchildren, Phillip (Jessica) Johnson, Krista (Russell) Clayton, Austin and Kayla Johnson, Aaron (Samantha Wuletich) Johnson, Abbey (Matt) Walker; two great-grandchildren, Ella and Lily Clayton; one daughter-in-law, Barbara Johnson.
Preceded in death by wife, Donna M. Johnson; son, Rich Johnson; three sisters, Betty Groff, Margaret Spiess, Kay Butterfield.
Memorial to Dunes Hospice, Valpo Care & Rehab.
Due to the COVID pandemic, the family will hold a private ceremony. A celebration of life will be held for friends at a later date.
Arrangements by DYKES FUNERAL HOME, INC. (219) 462-3125.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Johnson
Janet Gulbransen
July 22, 2020
Bob became friends with all of us here at VCRC when he came in daily to look after his wife Donna, he always had a quick smile or a joke for everyone. Bob will be sadly missed but I do know that he lived with physical pain in his last years, so he is no longer suffering, and I know he missed Donna terribly. So these two sweethearts are back together again! That's what I believe. ❤❤
Jenny
July 22, 2020
I am so very sorry for your loss. I looked forward to seeing Bob everyday when I worked at VCRC. He was a wonderful man. My sincerest condolences to your family.
Nancy Brown
July 22, 2020
Tim, Bob and Dan. I'm sure you know this, but your dad was a wonderful man. He was one of the kindest men I know. I always looked forward to running into him for a nice chat. So, so sorry for your loss. Cherish all the good memories.
Nancy Brown
Paul Pera
July 21, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Randy Kerns
July 20, 2020
Sad to hear of Bob's passing. Always had a smile and a laugh. Spent many days with Rich. Bob and Donna always made me feel at home. Condolences to Tim,Bob and Dan.
John and Lisa Hargarten
July 20, 2020
My husband worked with Bob at Valpo Beverage for a short period of time. He and Donna were two of the nicest people we will ever know. Your Dad is certainly reaping the benefits of his heavenly resting place, as he so well deserves! Among the best who leave this earth, Bob will be sorely missed!
Our sincerest condolences. ~ John & Lisa Hargarten
Tari Campolattara Parks
July 16, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with Bobs family! He always had a smile on his face and a good word about everyone. Bob you will be missed by all who knew you. Ill always remember you and Donna. Hope you guys are up in heaven celebrating your reunion. Ill miss sitting outside talking to you and being offered a Pepsi which every time I told you no thanks I dont drink pop.
Ken Hough
July 15, 2020
Bob was the second person we met when we moved to Valpo from Philly. Second day he must have seen new people at our new house. He drove that DIVCO truck up the drive standing up! How cool. I was in the garage and 11 years old. He asked if the lady of the house was in. I got mom and they set up a delivery schedule. In Philly if you changed neighbor hoods all delivery people changed. Not bob he stuck with us at all three places we lived in Valpo. Dad never gave compliments. But he said that is a really nice fellow. He really was.
Jason, Lisa, and Noah Miller
July 15, 2020
Bob was our neighbor for 11 years in Valpo. Bob and Donna were the best neighbors possible. Always willing to feed our cat when we were out of town, stop for a chat at the fence line, keep an eye on the neighborhood, and willing to give a friendly wave from across the yard.
Our condolences to the Johnson family. Your parents were the best!
Ann H
July 14, 2020
I loved Bob, The Milkman, he brought us chocolate milk and banana popsicles. Great memories from my childhood of this really sweet man, who was great at his job!!
John Dobbins
July 14, 2020
So sorry to see this. Bob And Donna were wonderful people. My condolences to the rest of the family.
Shannon Stout
July 14, 2020
One of if not the absolute most incredible men we've ever known. His quick wit and gift of gab never outshined his love for life and people. The countless hours I have spent speaking to him will never be enough. I will always cherish the memories and and nicknames we had for each other and miss him giving me a hard time. Bob was one of a kind. Erick and I will miss and grieve him forever.
The Artherhultss
July 13, 2020
So sorry to hear of Mr. Johnsons passing. We so enjoyed having him as a neighbor and he will forever be missed! Prayers of comfort for all of his family.
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