Dale R."Randy" Johnson
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James and Debbie Laure
May 15, 2021
We remember great times ice boating and sailing! RIP Randy
Tim Vande Bunte
February 9, 2021
I recently thought about Dale and decided to look him up. He sold us packaging supplies while working for Ship Pac and Bravo. I am sorry to hear of his passing. I am so glad he knew the LORD!!
Debbie Schamehorn
September 28, 2020
Can’t believe it’s been a year. Miss you every day. ❤
Kathy Keelan Pew
October 28, 2019
Randy was in a dream I was having when I woke up today...the day we will all gather to honor this wonderful person. I see his smile and hear his laughter, and always will. Steve and I are honored to have known Randy.
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Kurt Spaulding
October 26, 2019
I'm sooo saddened of hearing of Randy's passing. My thoughts and prayers to the family and friends. I lived with Randy back in the days and had so much fun with him. What a super guy!! We're going to miss his charm and smiles
Guy Golomb
October 24, 2019
Played golf with Randy in Florida in February with Kazoo group and in April that I think was his last round of golf. He said Dr told him not to play because of upcoming back surgery but he said he wanted to play at least once. He had 3 birdies, including on the 18th, won $35 and bought a round. That characterizes him and how I will remember him
Picture of Randy on his pontoon boat on his beloved Gull Lake shows his contentment.
What a great friend and wonderful person. He is already missed by all who knew him. RIP.
Fall, 1965....
Tom De Boer
October 23, 2019
From our early days together at Westwood Elementary School in 1955, to Randy picking me up in his 1966 Corvette upon my Army discharge in February 1969, to the best man in my wedding, Randy was a brother I never had. Like Kim Gildea I am at a loss for words to express my grief, my sadness, and my sincere love for this wonderful friend and his family. Randy, you will never be forgotten. Godspeed Ryan and family and Godspeed dear friend Randy.
Robert Bucky Clark
October 22, 2019
Never a bad time with this great and long-time friend. From back in the '50s and forevermore he was the man to be around. So sorry for his passing. We will never forget.
Susan DeBoer Houchins
October 21, 2019
I am heartbroken and will miss this sweet wonderful man who has been a friend of our family for over 65 yrs. Randy always had a beautiful smile and that mischievous twinkle in his eyes. Such a kind, fun loving, compassionate man. He will always have a very special place in my heart. My sympathies and heartfelt prayers to the family.
Brent Hays
October 21, 2019
Dale was a special person. Was with Dale at Ferris and are path crossed several time at customers. He was a special person always looking out for his customers and their interests.Always smiling and a kind word. I will miss him. RIP my friend. You will not be forgotten by me or many
John and Nancy Smith
October 19, 2019
Randy was in our wedding in 1968.
Old friends, great memories.
Tiger fan
Steve Markee
October 17, 2019
Barb Patterson
October 16, 2019
I was so sorry to learn about Randy's passing. I will always remember him with a huge smile on his face and a kind word for everyone. He was so much fun on the Pickleball court. I'm sure he will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathy to all of his loved ones.
James Hackenberg
October 16, 2019
Yvonne and I send our deepest condolences to Randy's family. Randy was such a kind, cheerful, and giving person. Our pickleball family has lost a very special person. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Susie Pegel
October 15, 2019
"Run, Randy, run!!"-- from 1973 DN Gold Cup on Gull Lake. One of the iconic DNers from the Mitten State. We will remember Randy fondly. --Jane Pegel, formerly DN 805
Susie Pegel, formerly DN 905
Joe Duffy
October 15, 2019
Through the heartfelt remembrances of Dale, on these pages, we are comforted by the words used to define him. The references to: "that smile", "the pranks", fun, generosity, the mischief, the technical knowledge, leadership, and kindness all come to our minds too. A few others come to our minds as well: Hero, sportsman, competitor, international celebrity, and most important to all of us.....BROTHER.
We pray for the repose of his soul and the comfort of all who knew and loved him.
He was a unique and unrepeatable gift of creation who will be missed by us all.
The Men of Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity
Gull at Dawn
Robert Glass
October 14, 2019
Diamond Dusting
Robert Glass
October 14, 2019
Randy & Family @ Betty McCarty 100th birthday party
Robert Glass
October 14, 2019
Sue Ayres Hill
October 13, 2019
I was so sorry to hear of Randy's passing. Dale and Betty were great friends with my parents and Randy always treated me like a kid sister. He was always smiling, kind and friendly, with an occasional prank thrown in. May he rest peacefully. Much love to and many prayers for his family and friends.
Kim "MAC" MacKellar
October 11, 2019
Many fun memories of good times on Gull Lake. Especially Randy's legendary Labor Day chili parties prior to heading to Bayview Gardens to extend the fun on the dance floor. I'm so glad I got to catch up during a visit back to Kalamazoo. I said a prayer for his soul & the comfort of all who love & miss him. Look for a pic I shared.
Fun times with friends... back in the day.
Mac MacKellar
October 11, 2019
Randy with Max Doolittle at Max's 90th birthday party.
Lisa Crandell
October 11, 2019
Dianne Rabbers
October 11, 2019
I think Randy is the last of the Highland Park old timers who continued to make Highland Park his residence from way back in the 60s when a lot of the homes were still summer cottages and before all the huge remodels became the norm. As one of the kids who grew up there too, I Pray for God's comfort for the family and friends who grieve Randy's passing.
Rhonda & Bob Franssen
October 10, 2019
Fond memories of great times at his lovely home on Gull Lake for various get-togethers and the annual Ice Fishing event! A very generous person with a big heart and great smile! Our condolences to the family and rest in peace Randy!
Marv Venema
October 9, 2019
Our sympathy & prayers for comfort in the loss of your father! We were friends all the way back to our childhood! Then we worked together at Ship-Pac & Bravo. Many memories!!
Auto Cast Inc.
October 9, 2019
Our sincere condolences from everyone at Auto Cast Inc. Dale was a very well liked and respected person that we all had the pleasure of dealing with. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and his co-workers at Bravo Systems.
October 9, 2019
Randy and the gang share many memories of the Knollwood Tavern, Fairways, VFW Post 827, Bayview and may other happy occasions over the past many years.
So sad to hear of his death.
Prayers to his Family and all who were blessed to have him as a friend.
What a smile.
Robbie Morrison
Joe & Betty Hendriksen
October 8, 2019
Ryan and family,
We are so saddened to hear of your Dad's passing. Our sincere sympathy to you and your family. Randy and I were fellow salesmen together in the 70's and developed a lifelong friendship. I cherish all the great memories we had together.
Kim & Travis
October 8, 2019
Thinking of you, Ryan, and your beautiful family.
Kim and Travis
Bonnie McConnell Sullivan
October 6, 2019
I was shocked and saddened to learn of Randy's death. We had such fun with Kim and Randy in the early 70's. Always a big grin on his face and full mischief! Peace be with you and the family.
Bree RIGGINS
October 6, 2019
I am so sad to hear of Randys passing, he had a special place in my heart! Was always so kind to me! I will miss him very much! My thoughts and prayers go out to his family!
Carol Lukeman
October 6, 2019
"I will miss a kind and wonderful man."
Allen Kasdorf
October 6, 2019
So saddened by this news. Although we lost contact , Dale was a suite mate at Ferris and he was in my wedding in 1966. Condolences go out to his family.
Sail on good friend!
Doug B Gull Lake Ice Yacht Club
October 5, 2019
Randy's charming smile, technical knowledge of ice boating, leadership and longtime contribution to the Gull Lake Ice Yacht Club will be remembered forever. Sail on good friend!!
I will cherish this moment forever
H. Kim Gildea
October 5, 2019
H.Kim Gildea
October 5, 2019
I am lost for words.
Paul DeHaan
October 5, 2019
Randy and I played Little League baseball together in 1956 and 1957. Then sixty years later hooked up in the Wednesday golf group. Good friend, fine person. Paul DeHaan
Helen Adamik
October 4, 2019
I knew Randy when I lived with Grace and Harry Smith. I live in Canada since I graduated in 1977. My condolences to the family.
Kim "MAC" MacKellar
October 4, 2019
Family & friends:
Upon hearing the sad news of Randy's passing, I said a special prayer for his soul and the comfort of all who know & love him. Many fond memories of his legendary Labor Day parties and fun on gorgeous Gull Lake. If not 1,200 miles away, I wouldn't miss his service.
David DeLano
October 4, 2019
We have known Randy for many years, thoughts and prayers go to his family. Love, Dave/ Marge DeLano
Rick Dunham
October 4, 2019
Dale (Randy) had the meanest curveball in the Babe Ruth little league and used it to strike me out often. Nice young man with a easy smile. If I have the right Dale I'm sure that he grew into a fabulous husband and father.
May you Rest In Peace.
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