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Gary Johnson Obituary
JOHNSON, Gary, age 75 of White Bear Lake, previously of Maplewood passed away on October 13, 2023. Preceded in death by his wife of 52 years, Mary (Garofalo); parents, John and Evelyn Johnson. Survived by his 3 daughters; 10 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; brother, Robert; many relatives and good friends. Memorial Mass 1030am Wednesday November 29 at Transfiguration Church, 6133 15th Street N., Oakdale, MN 55128 with visitation at church one hour before service. Committal Service 1:30pm Wednesday at Fort Snelling, 7601 34th Avenue S., Minneapolis. Friends and family to gather in Assembly Area #6 at 1:15pm for cemetery staff to lead them to the committal shelter. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred in his name to Minneapols Veterans Affairs.
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