Dale Stanley Johnson

Dale Stanley Johnson obituary

Dale Stanley Johnson

Dale Johnson Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Dec. 12 to Dec. 13, 2009.
Johnson, Dale Stanley Family patriarch and respected business owner, aged 73, died December 11th at his home in Long Lake. Survived by sons, Curt, Craig (Sherri), Chris (Beth), Keith (Meredith), Kevin (Seema), their mother Rosemary, eleven grand children, sister Carol Davis (Richard), and countless good friends. Operated Navarre True Value Hardware for over 50 years with his father, Stan and son, Chris. Honorably served in the Navy, bowled a perfect game 3/11/66, enjoyed woodworking, golf, and cross-country roadtrips. Lived honestly with unfailing integrity. Adored his grandchildren. Memorial service at Church of St. George in Long Lake on Saturday, December 19th. Reviewal starts at 10am, service at noon, lunch following. Dale requested that memorial donations go to ICA FoodShelf (icafoodshelf.org) or Westonka FoodShelf (2443 Commerce Blvd, Mound, MN 55364). We love you Dad. You are missed. -The Johnson Boys

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December 21, 2009

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December 21, 2009

Carol Senn posted to the memorial.

December 21, 2009

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logan j

December 21, 2009

Grandpa i love you- logan johnson

Carol Senn

December 21, 2009

Johnson Family,
I've known Dale since Stan's first hardware opened in Navarre and Dale was one of the kid employees. My mother, Laura Gnitka, worked there in the 60s and 70s and always spoke highly of Dale. My sympathy to the entire family including those grandchildren he dearly loved and enjoyed. We've all lost a good friend and a Navarre historian.

December 21, 2009

To the Johnson Family,
My husband Bob and I were classmates of Dale's at St. Louis Park High School. When we moved to Excelsior we also became customers at the hardware store in Navarre. My son Jim and his family have also been customers at the store for 20 years also. Dale was a wonderful guy and I know will be missed by all who knew him.
Marilyn Kreher Gagne

Courage Center

December 20, 2009

On behalf of the staff at Courage Center, please accept our condolences on the loss of Dale. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

David Whiteford

December 19, 2009

To the Johnson family-I am sorry to hear of the loss of your father/husband/grandpa. I did not have the pleasure of knowing Dale, but I have read the many comments concerning him. The blessings that you all share are of warm memories, an example to follow and the comfort that you are to one another as family. These are gifts from God that he gives to help us through the tough times that are a part of life. They will become more precious as the years pass and will draw your family closer together. Our thouthts and prayers are with you all - Keep on keeping on!

Chaplain Dave and Sallie Whiteford

Jeff Whiteford

December 18, 2009

Keith, Meredith and family. We are sorry to hear of the passing of your father. I only met him a couple of times but admired his wonderful attitude and his commitment to his family, we are praying for all of you.

Jeff & Becky Whiteford

Annette Marie Poeschel

December 18, 2009

Condolences to the Johnson Family,
I met Dale through John Kokesh. They both were always my great friends. Dale was always interested in helping others and giving support to ICA food Shelf. The memories were always positive ones. What a great person!

Deepest Sympathy,
Annette Marie Poeschel
Former Director ICA Foodshelf

James Albrecht

December 16, 2009

Dear Johnson family,
My family has known for years and I had the fortune of working with Dale at the store. Your dad was a great man--honest, hardworking and sincere. I remember many nights closing up shop with him. He was always eager to help customers even half an hour after closing time when the rest of us were out the door. He truly was a legend in Navarre. All the customers loved Dale and he will be missed by many.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
The Albrechts

Shari Taylor Wilsey

December 16, 2009

Dale Johnson has to be one of the nicest guys I ever met.I met Dale through his son Kieth.Dale and I discovered we shared the same birthday. So over the years we shared birthdays lunches. I enjoyed his stories of Kieth growing up.When my son John was a little guy Dale showed up with a beautiful handmade Truck that he had made. Dale was funny and had a heart of gold.Dale was a Humble Servant of the Lord.Until we meet again my Friend,I will think of you on our birthday . My life is better for having had Dale in it. My sympathy to the Johnson Family.
Shari Taylor Wilsey

December 15, 2009

The Johnson Boys,

Your dad was a hard working, talented man that I am proud to know as my uncle. As a young boy I remember his smile and his way of joking around with my dad and the rest of my uncles. He will be missed by all who were fortunate enough to know him.

Deepest sympathy,
Dan & Diane Custer

December 15, 2009

To all the Johnsons,

My family lived near Dale on Morningside Rd. for many years. I went to school at Orono and graduated with his son Kevin. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. My deepest condolensces to all and to Dale I say," Fair Winds and Following Seas", from one Navy Vet to another.

Sincerely,
Jennifer A Morberg (Thurk)

Barb Levering

December 14, 2009

To the whole Johnson family- I am so sorry for your precious loss. Knowing that Dale is sitting with his Savior must be comforting. You are all in my prayers. Lean on Him and each other.

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