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Richard N. Johnson

1927 - 2023

Richard N. Johnson obituary, 1927-2023, Crown Point, IN

BORN

1927

DIED

2023

Richard Johnson Obituary

Richard N. Johnson passed away peacefully on April 22, 2023.

He was born Jan. 10, 1927, in Chicago, to the late Nels and the late Anna Johnson.

He resided for many years on the south side of Chicago before moving to Elmhurst, Ill., and then to Demotte. After Demotte, Richard moved to Wittenberg Village in Crown Point.

While in Demotte, Richard played in the Sandy Pines golf league and was affiliated with the Demotte Methodist Church where he participated in many repair and maintenance projects and also participated in the Men's Breakfast Club.

Richard was also a proud Navy veteran and attended many USS Wisconsin reunions.

Beloved husband of 70 years to Barbara (nee Haupt); loving father of Janice (Gail) Wernette, Jean (Bob) Foltin, Andrew (Nancy) and Paul (Carrie); cherished grandfather of David (Joseph) Wernette-Harnden, Nora (Kevin) Baxtrom, Linnea (Billy) Sheehan, Greta (Dane) Butera, Benjamin (Maggie) Foltin, Jake Foltin (Maya Pyrzynski), Graham Johnson, Gordon Johnson, Julia Johnson, Katie Johnson, Nicky Johnson; and great-grandfather of Luke Audrey, Ellyson and Genevieve; fond uncle and cousin to many.

Dearest brother of the late Kenneth, the late Robert, the late Ann Ostrander and the late Norman.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Kankakee Valley Post News from Apr. 25 to May 2, 2023.

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Claudia

May 9, 2023

In loving memory of a wonderful man- we remember him as kind and fun!
Love from the Lund family

Katherine Burden

May 3, 2023

May the Lord watch over you during this difficult time and always. Blessings to the Johnson family.

Ron and Bonnie Gruchalski

April 30, 2023

Be at peace our dear church friend. And may Barbara find peace with her beautiful memories.

Richard Spadoni

April 29, 2023

Condolences to the Johnson family. All in our thoughts and prayers.
Rich and Judi Spadoni

Cory

April 27, 2023

Our family sends their condolences and relishes the fond conversations with such an amazing man.

Rev. Wielert

Kay Johnson

April 25, 2023

I send my condolences and love to all the Johnsons and extended family. It has been my good fortune to be part of your family.My memories of Dick will always include his sparkling smile, fun spirit and always kindness. Rest in peace and God speed, dear friend, from John and I. .

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May

9

Visitation

9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Yorkfield Presbyterian Church

1099 South York Road, Elmhurst, IL 60126

May

9

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Yorkfield Presbyterian Church

1099 South York Road, Elmhurst, IL 60126

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