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Richard Johnson Obituary
October 18, 1957 - January 10, 2021
Mascoutah, Illinois - Richard V. "Rick" Johnson, 63, of Mascoutah born October 18, 1957 in Breese IL, died Sunday, January 10, 2021 from injuries sustained in a head on collision.
Rick was a 1975 graduate from Wesclin High School in New Baden. He was a professional painter, taper and wallpaper hanger with Painters Local 85. He was an avid dart and pool player in his day, loved a good competition of cards, especially Texas Hold'em and Euchre. Rick loved to play the lotto and buy raffle tickets. He was a member of the Looking Glass Corvette Club and loved taking his car out for a drive and stopping by Shorty's Tavern to check in. He also was a big volunteer at the Mascoutah Homecoming and painted the stage and all the booths, each year, to make sure it all looked good for the picnic. Two weeks later, Rick would be volunteering at Holy Childhood Church Picnic working the chicken frying stand. Rick liked to act hard on the outside, but he had a heart of gold and would help many in need, and always had a smile.
Rick is preceded in death by his brother, Ronald Johnson and his mother-in-law, Patricia Knoth.
He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Phyllis A., nee Knoth, Johnson; two daughters, Lisa (Gary) Fertig, Melissa (Jarrod) Zwetow; grandchildren, Katie, Kevin and Collin Fertig and Emily Zwetow; his parents, Edward and Jeannette, nee Wolters, Johnson; sister, Doris (Jerry) Goodwin; father-in-law, Harold Knoth, Sr.; brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Harold (Joyce) Knoth, Jr.; aunts, uncles, nephews, nieces, cousins and many good friends.
In lieu of all other gifts, memorials may be made Richard Johnson Grandchildren Education Fund, c/o Citizens Community Bank, P.O. Box 157, Mascoutah, IL 62258.
Condolences may be share with the family by visiting mollfuneralhome.com
VISITATION: From 9:30 to 11:30 AM Friday, Jan. 15, 2021 at Holy Childhood Catholic Church, Mascoutah, IL.
FUNERAL: A funeral Mass will be held 11:30 AM Friday, Jan. 15, 2021 at Holy Childhood Catholic Church with Father Paul Wienhoff celebrating. Burial will follow at Holy Childhood Catholic Cemetery, Mascoutah.
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TERRY BAUCHMAN
January 5, 2023
ALWAYS ENJOYED SHOOTING BANK POOL AND A GOOD GAME OF EUCHRE WITH RICK
A FRIEND TAKEN TO SOON
Shirley and Dave
January 21, 2021
Phyllis, Dave and I are so very sorry for your loss. I have no words, just sending hugs to you at this very difficult time in your life..
Pam Wilson Smythe
January 19, 2021
Phyllis, we are so sorry for your loss. I am sending hugs and prayers from Mom and Dad. Love you Pam
Wende Groves
January 15, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss! Taken way to soon! I'm sure he will be watching over all of you! Praying for God to heal all of your broken hearts!
catherine shurtleff
January 14, 2021
Sympathy Gift courtesy of catherine shurtleff. Group of 10 Memorial Trees Planted In Loving Memory of Richard V Johnson.
Tony Wade
January 13, 2021
Missy, my heart breaks for you. I know from experience how difficult this time can be. Focus on all your good memories. It helps. Please know that I am thinking of you and your family.
Hilaire Ford
January 13, 2021
Phyllis, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know I will be praying for you and for your entire family.
Dale & Donna Schlueter
January 13, 2021
Phyllis, So sorry for your loss. Know our Lord Jesus is by you to give you comfort at this time.
Sheldon & Donna Wiskamp
January 13, 2021
We are so sorry to hear of Rick's passing. He was always fun to play euchre with at St. Pancratius in Fayetteville. We enjoyed his company and are saddened to hear of this sad news. Our prayers are with his family at this tragic time.
Lauren Wise
January 13, 2021
I had the pleasure of playing Texas Hold 'Em with Rick many times a few years back. He always had a smile on his face, and made the game more enjoyable. My condolences to his family and friends as they go through this hard time.
TERRY BAUCHMAN
January 12, 2021
SUCH A GOOD GUY. WE PLAYED MANY GAMES OF POOL & EUCHRE
WILL BE MISSED BY MANY. MY CONDOLENCES TO THE FAMILY
Robert and Hulsey
January 12, 2021
My dear Phyllis, Bob and I are so very sorry for your loss. Our heartfelt prayers and sympathy are with you and your Family. Bob and Nancy Hulsey
Kenneth Kehrer
January 12, 2021
Thought and prayers during these difficult times he was a good man Mascoutah will deeply miss him
Yvonne (Lanter) Johnson
January 11, 2021
Phyllis, I am so sorry for the loss of your dear husband. My heart aches for you and your family. Praying for all of you during this difficult time. Sending comfort and strength your family's way. May God bless all of you.
phyllis webb
January 11, 2021
Wowww! Unbelievable...so so sry, Phyllis. He will be missed! And always remembered as my landlord (for 10 years).
Linda Woolever
January 11, 2021
My sincere condolences to Rick's family. I hadn't seen him in many years, but he was a good friend of my brother Dave Shuberg.
Ann Huegen
January 11, 2021
Our sincere condolences to your family. Rick always said a cheery hello when we would meet. God Bless You. Brad and Ann Huegen.
Bob Littrell
January 11, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss and prayers for you and the family!
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