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Terry Johnson Obituary
September 12, 1941 - January 29, 2024
Belleville, Illinois - Terry Leo Johnson, 82, passed away on Jan 29, 2024, at Shiloh Memorial Hospital. He was born Sep 12, 1941, in Vandalia, IL, and grew up in Decatur, IL. He was an army veteran, and served 4 years, followed by incredibly diverse careers, including Sunday School teacher, taxi driver, realtor, bouncer, bartender, truck driver for Bulkmatic & Mclean Trucking, and retired as a school bus driver for First Student.
Terry devoted 44 wonderful years to wife Linda (Eads), and they resided in Belleville, IL, from 1990 to 2024. He was a loving father, doting grandfather, and a die-hard Cubs, Bears, & Illini fan. He enjoyed his dogs, yard time, laughter with neighbors, and watching neighborhood children play from his porch swing. Terry & Linda were members of Belleville/Swansea Moose Lodge 1221.
Survived by wife, Linda; sister Kathy Jones of St. Charles IL; children Sherry Johnson of Covington GA, Laura (Scott) Harrison of Decatur IL, and C.T. (Pam) Taylor of Pace FL; grandchildren Lindsey (Steven) Kirk of Oreana IL, and Justin (Amy) Dorminey of Covington GA; great-granddaughter Hannah of Covington GA, & a community of wonderful friends who will miss him dearly.
Honoring Terry's request, there will be no services. Condolences can be sent to wife Linda Johnson at 4751 East Hayden Drive, Decatur, IL, 62521
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Kevin Vosse
February 11, 2024
Terry was an amazing neighbor and friend. We never saw him without a smile on his face. He always asked about my wife, our daughter, or myself.
Terry loved to stop and chat when him and Linda were coming home from the moose after getting dinner.
We had many good times in his and Linda´s cul de sac and he did love that porch swing.
What a great guy!
PHIL ODOM
February 11, 2024
A SLOW SALUTE - TO A FELLOW VETERAN AND A NATIONAL HERO
THANK YOU - FOR YOUR SERVICE TO OUR COUNTRY.
We will remember you always and miss you dearly.
Take your Warrior's rest for a duty well done.
For the Family:
I wish to extend my deepest sympathy for the loss of a loved one.
May the force of GOD be with you as you walk through this difficult time.
May the loving promises of our LORD and Savior comfort you
and give you peace and understanding.
As a grateful Veteran,
I hope you accept this as a small token of appreciation for the honorable
and faithful service rendered by your loved one to our Country.
SEMPER FI
SGT. U. S. MARINE CORPS
AND VIETNAM VET
[email protected]
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