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for Keith Johansen
Vicki Velasco
June 23, 2009
Kay, I was so sorry to hear that your husband passed away. Please accept my deepest sympathies for you and your family at this most difficult time.
Marni Maza
June 18, 2009
Dearest Wendy Jo, I got your message and am so sorry to hear about your Dad. I have very fond memories of our younger days hanging out with him. Especially fun times were had at the lake! I have been trying to contact you. I can't seem to find your number and my email addresses for you are not working. Please call me back again and this time leave a number where I can reach you. Or you can email me and leave me the time and address for Sunday. I have plans but will try to come by.
Joe & Julie
June 17, 2009
My sincerest sympathy to Kay and all members of Keith’s family. I know he was always telling me how proud he was of, and how much he cared for, his children and grandchildren, as well his brother and his family. I can remember times over the years where our paths wouldn't have a chance to cross because he was back in Utah assisting with his late mother.
Keith was a very special brother-in-law to me. His ability to see the basic good in nearly everyone (and his always on the money assessment of those very few he couldn’t find any good in); his sense of intelligent humor, playfulness and (at times) just plain silly fun; his already acquired level of intelligence, yet always curious, willing, and wanting to learn more about the world around him and people in it; and the way he totally, absolutely, and truly unconditionally loved my sister will remain with me always. I have always bragged to anyone who would listen that he and Kay were (at least to me) the “poster children” for what married couples should be like, and have tried to model my marriage to and relationship with Julie after theirs.
Joe Kendall
My condolences to Kay and all of Keith's loved ones. My thoughts are with you during this extremely difficult time.
I never had the chance to know Keith for very long. But, it didn't take long (about 3 minutes in fact) for me to know that he was a warmhearted gentleman that I was going to like. The first time that I met him he gave me a big hug and welcomed me into the family. I will always appreciate the way that he immediately accepted me without reservation.
He was a man with a strong intellect, an endearing sense of silly, and an incredible capacity to love. When he looked at Kay there was absolutely no doubt that he loved her with every molecule of his being. He would just light up when she walked into the room. Their amazing relationship is one that Joe and I have tried to emulate. When he spoke of his children, you could hear the pride and affection in his voice.
Keith was a special person and will be missed by anyone who had the privilege of knowing him.
Julie Meadows-Kendall
Jane McCawley
June 16, 2009
I had the pleasure of knowing Keith and Kay when they came in to make travel arrangements at Sundance Travel. Kay, I'm so sorry for your loss. Keith was a wonderful man. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Jane McCawley
Ross Christensen
June 16, 2009
To the Family of Keith,
Although I really don’t know you, except for Arvil, I did know Keith. Because of the type of man I knew Keith to be, I am sure that he leaves a big loss in the hearts of each of you. My sincere sympathy goes to all of you.
My memories of Keith go back to our days growing up in Kenilworth. I am 16 months older than he was and a grade ahead in school but in a small town, those few months didn’t make much difference for friends. Playing in and on the surrounding cedar trees and mountains, hunting, riding bikes, playing in the snow and just hanging out gave me the opportunity to develop a love and appreciation for Keith. That love and friendship extended to the point where he was one of two best men at the wedding reception of Peggy and I in September 1958. Peggy is from Kenilworth also so she knew Keith and knew him as a good man and a friend. One evidence that Keith cared for us too is evidenced by the fact that in July of 1960 after Peggy hemorrhaged badly after the birth of our first daughter, Keith donated a pint of blood to save us the cost of paying for a replacement pint. He returned in a couple of days and tried to donate again but they said it was too soon. He then went home, changed clothes and came back and donated in the name of his father.
The lack of contact I had with Keith over the years would indicate to most people that we were not very good friends. However, the memories I have of him and the ache in my heart reassures me that Keith was a very dear friend.
Ross Christensen, Salem Utah
Kevin Johansen
June 14, 2009
Kay, Kurt, Wendy and family... we are sad Keith is gone, but are grateful for the moments we had with him.
Joe Johansen
Kevin and Carrie Johansen
Jo Kay Kessler
June 12, 2009
Keith was such a comfort to me when Tony Marinello passed. I was so sad to hear about Keith. I know he is still looking over all those he loved. I will always smile when I think of him.
Tom Forbes
June 10, 2009
Kay, I had lost track of you and Keith after you left Phoenix. I just learned today about Keith's passing and was very saddened. He was first my boss, and then my colleague. He became a good friend and was a great guy.
Shirley and Jim France
June 10, 2009
Kay, Wendy, Kurt, Stacy, Ryan, Max, and Rylee,
We are sorry for your loss of Keith as a husband, father, and grandfather and friend. Even though we didn’t get to spend much time with Keith, if we were asked to describe Keith in one word, that word would be “Joy”. Everytime we saw him that expression of “joy” was always there shining from his face. You are all blessed to have lived with the joyfulness that Keith lived his life.
John Vinyard
June 10, 2009
Kay - You are in my thoughts and prayers. Please take care of yourself during this difficult time.
All the very best,
Sherrie Kahler
June 9, 2009
Kay, I am so sorry to hear of this news. I had so many good memories of working with Keith. He kept us entertained and always moving at a fast pace. I also remember him providing beverages on the golf course during our league. Such a huge loss to everyone who knew him. My prayers are with you and your family.
Glenn Lane
June 9, 2009
Kay, I was so sorry to hear about Keith. Keith was a wonderful person, he had that trait where he made everyone around him feel better about themselves. I will miss him.
Thanks,
Glenn Lane (Chandler)
Denise Haynes
June 8, 2009
Kay and Family - I am sorry to hear of your loss. You are certainly being held in my thoughts and prayers. May that "peace that passes all understanding" be with you during this difficult time.
Beth Christensen
June 8, 2009
Kay, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.
Michelle Mason
June 8, 2009
Kay, I am sorry to hear of your loss. May you find comfort in the loving memories of your time with Keith. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
June 8, 2009
To Kurt and Family, I am very sorry for your loss. Your father was a beautiful man who lived his life full and well. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Melinda Turner
Lynn & Sid Camomile
June 8, 2009
Kay, We are so very sorry for your loss. Keith was obviously a very special man who brought joy and compassion into the hearts of many. May peace replace your sorrow and loving memories soothe your pain. We pray that you are comforted by his extraordinary spirit.
Marlene Yanovsky
June 8, 2009
Dear Kay,I am so sorry for your loss and that your time together was shortened. If there is any way I can provide comfort or just an ear to listen, please just call. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Peter Frasso
June 8, 2009
Kay - I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I can't imagine how difficult this time must be for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Julie Wilfert (Howell)
June 7, 2009
Kay - I couldn't find an address, so hope you get this. I am so sorry for your loss, and wish you much love at this time. Keith was always a delight to work with, with a happy smile and a quick wit. I am sure he will be greatly missed.
Fondly,
Julie (Howell) Wilfert
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