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1940
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2009
RAYMOND JOHNSON Obituary
He was born Aug. 31, 1940, in Geneva, the son of Glenn G. and Evelyn (Freselle) Johnson. He was united in marriage to Evelyn DeMik on Sept. 1, 1962, in Lansing.
Kent was owner and operator of Johnson Concrete Company in DeKalb, a company which his father began in the 1940s. He was an avid fisherman and outdoorsman, and enjoyed spending time with the Monday Night Football Group and his friends at the 9:30 p.m. coffee club, which met at McDonald's in Batavia. Kent was a lifetime member of the Batavia Covenant Church and sang in the church choir for more than 50 years.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Evelyn Johnson of Aurora; his two daughters, Julie Johnson of North Aurora and Jennifer Johnson-Healy of Sugar Grove; one dearly loved granddaughter, Samantha Healy; a brother, Thomas (Jan) Johnson of Alexandria, Minn.; and his nieces and nephew and their families. He also leaves behind many dear friends whom he considered extended family.
He is preceded in death by his parents, a nephew and dear friends.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 12, at Batavia Covenant Church, 1314 Main St., Batavia, where visitation will be from 9 a.m. until the hour of the service. The Rev. Christopher Ek will officiate. Interment will be private.
Memorials in Kent's name may be directed to the Batavia Covenant Church, 1314 Main St., Batavia, IL 60510.
For additional information, call Moss Family Funeral Home in Batavia at 630-879-7900 or visit www.mossfuneral.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for RAYMOND JOHNSON
January 6, 2010
Dear Evie, Julie, and Jennifer,
So sad to hear about Kent - we have so many fond memories of you all and Batavia. We send our love and hugs, and prayers for peace in your hearts.
Love, John and Ruth Oster (Atlanta, GA)
Ivan Krpan
December 13, 2009
To the family and friends of Kent.
Please accept my condolences and prayers with the passing of Kent. I got a chance to know Kent at a very early age when my dad would take me to Johnson Concrete here in DeKalb to see the cement trucks and how they were filled. Kent always with a smile seemed to find time to be able to take me out into the yard and show me the operations. As I got older and started working on my own Kent was there again to help me with any questions I had about concrete mixes. There was always time for a little joke or how I was doing. Never saw much of Kent after Johnson Concrete was sold but this company was a very important part of DeKalb in its growth. I am fortunate to be able to say that I knew a man like Kent. He will be missed by many.
Buddy Adamson
December 13, 2009
Kent was a special person in my life. I worked for him for 20 years at Johnson Concrete. He was not only a great boss, but a good friend. He will be missed dearly.
Buddy Adamson and Family
December 12, 2009
Our deepest sypathy to you, Evie, Julie, and Jennifer and Samantha.
We know God will sustain you in this difficult time.
Reynold and Betty Samundsen
Gun-Britt Pierson
December 12, 2009
Evie, Julie and Jennifer,
So sad to hear of your great loss.
We have so many fond memories of Kent,
from our time in Batavia.
You are in our thoughts. Karin Linda,Ann,Michael,Gun-Britt
Karole Grace
December 11, 2009
Evie, Julie and Jennifer, I heard through Bonnie Zagoren of Kent's death. He was a terrific husband, father, grandfather and friend! Kent will be greatly missed by all of us who were blessed to have known him. God bless you and keep you. Much love, Karole Grace
Kari Womack
December 11, 2009
"Uncle" Kent was my Dad's best friend, and the fishing competitions between them were as big as the supposed fish they always caught and released. I have so many fond memories growing up with him around our home, throughout the years of different family and friend events. I'm sure I can speak for our family, that he will be deeply missed.
Leroy Abell
December 11, 2009
I had the highest regard for Kent. I operated a small business as a Mason contractor and Kent always made me feel that I was as important to their business as a big contractor. He always had time to visit and loved to talk about his family and fishing. Johnsons Concrete had the best employee's and I tribute that to the way they were treated by Kent and his dad Glen. It was a pleasure to do business with JOHNSON'S CONCRETE.
Ray & Sharon Engman
December 10, 2009
Kent has been special to us. It was always a joy to visit with Kent. His positive outlook on life was contagious. We will miss him.
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