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REGINALD JOHNSON Obituary
REGINALD A. JOHNSON Lt. Colonel, USA (Retired)
Retired Lieutenant Colonel Reginald A. Johnson, age 80, of Columbia, Maryland, passed away on Wednesday morning, April 8, 2020. An alumnus of Arch Bishop Carroll HS, Morgan State University and Baylor University, Reginald was born April 21, 1939, in Salisbury, Maryland. He was the son of the late James Johnson and Emma (Wallace) Johnson.Reginald Johnson was a Vietnam veteran, a respected Army Officer, Hospital Administrator and community member who served his country with honor. He was an avid Washington Redskins fan but also deeply enjoyed major league baseball, collegiate and professional basketball. It was not unusual to find him on the phone with his son, spreadsheet and pencil in hand, forecasting the outcome of March Madness. Reginald was a family man, intensely devoted to his wife and son. He was also a beloved source of strength, wisdom and joy to his extended family and friends. Reg, as he was known by his close associates, was the life of the party.Reginald is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Madrainne (Forsythe) Johnson; his son, Keith M Johnson; his daughter in law, Stacy Johnson; his grandsons Julian and Kyle Johnson; his cousin Alonzella Sneed and many loving relatives.Memorial services and burial for Reginald Johnson will be held at a later date at Arlington National Cemetery, Virginia.
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Jacqueline Johnson
April 8, 2024
Dear Madrainne & Keith,
Time passes so swiftly but sweet memories remain forever in our hearts. Cherish those happy moments until you meet your dear Reg/dad again.
In Christian Love,
Jackie Brown Johnson
Helen-Fran Kahler
April 7, 2021
Remembering Reg on the anniversary of his passing. I have many happy memories of the Johnson family.
Lee Kahler
June 11, 2020
Madraine and Keith,
I felt like reaching out to connect a year ago, but didn't remember till recently. Mom had your last address and thanks to Google I found you, but I was 2 months too late. I'm so sorry for your loss, and wish I had connected sooner.
The last time I remember seeing your husband/father was when he handed my Mom the folded flag from my father's casket. Being tent mates in Vietnam, I'm glad they became good friends. I remember babysitting Keith a few times as well. Your were all an important part of our family many years ago. Again, I'm very sorry for your loss.
If you'd like, please feel free to reach out to me and maybe we can connect in some way. [email protected]
Fran Kahler
June 7, 2020
Madraine and Keith,
It has been many years since we lived next door to each other at Ft Riley. Reg and my husband, Pete, were tent-mates in Viet Nam and Reg was the escort officer at his funeral in 1970 from West Point to KS. It has been a long time but we remember the Johnson's fondly. I am so sorry for your loss but you and Reg had a good long life together with many wonderful memories. Fran Kahler
April 16, 2020
Dear Madraine & Johnson Family,
I am deeply sorry to learn of Reginald's passing Please be encouraged, and take time to reflect on the wonderful memories shared with your dear husband, father and grandfather. Please know that your earthly loss is truly heaven's gain!
In Christian Love,
Jackie (Brown) Johnson & Family
Linda Joy
April 14, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I will miss seeing his warm smiling face! Love to all of you.
Linda Joy
April 14, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I will miss seeing his warm smiling face! Love to you.
Robert Roper
April 13, 2020
Mr. Johnson will be forever missed . He always had a smile to greet you , no matter what he was going through. And he went through his share ! Ms. Madrainne , Keith and the entire family , are in our prayers in these crazy times.
April 13, 2020
To Our Family, Keith and Cousins - Arms around you.
Fly Safe, Uncle Reg
cousin donna
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