Martin D. Johnson Jr.

Well martin i thought as time passed i wouldnt think of you as much but thats not the case at all i think of you all the time..I dont know the name of the couple that lives down the road from us but i no that he used to drive the jalopy and everytime he would drive past our house i couldnt help but think of you and robbie crusin around in the truck that you called the jalopy.Martin we miss you and always will.
Jason&cristy

May the road rise up to meet you, may the wind be ever at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face and the rain fall softly on your fields. And until we meet again, may God hold you in the hollow of his hand. ~Irish Blessing

I miss you Everyday. Family Forever <3

I was sitting here today just thinking about you and i started laughing...I was thinking about the time that you and robbie thought it would be funny to put on some halloween mask and scare the crap out of us or the time when rhonda was scratching at the my bedroom door and i screamed and robbie coverd his head and you got up to see if i was ok we had some good times you always made us laugh you were like famliy to us..Love always&forever
Jason&cristy

Marty,
I am dreading the next few weeks as the "one year" date approaches. This has been, by far, the most difficult year of our lives. You were such a huge and vital part of all our lives and to have you gone is unbearable at best. The wedding came and went, and though we could not see you, we knew you were right there with us. Baby Marty was born in a whirlwind of confusion, but he is a healthy, happy and beautiful baby. I can see you in him, and he is such a blessing. I think about you every day and miss you every moment. I think of all the good times we shared and it gives me some peace knowing you lived a fun and full life. I miss you, Marty, more and more each day, but I know that I will see you again. I love you more than words can say, my Big Little Brother. Always.

Loretta

Dear martin it has been almost a year since you left us..Jason and i miss you so much we were outside looking at our roof and remembering that you and your father helped put it on.Sometimes we would be sitting here thinking about you and how we wouldnt see you for a few months and then out of the blue you would show up we were always so happy to see you.I remember when you were still in school and you would be at our house all the time with robbie you were very special to us and we miss you so much..I know you would have been a wonderful father to your baby boy.Thank you for being such a wonderful friend to us.

Mart, It's been a while since you left us and not a day goes by that I don't think of you. We grew up so fast and time flew by but i wouldn't trade a moment in this life time to change any memories that we shared. Riding bikes to our four wheelers having our parents drive us to the movies. We had great times you were like another brother to me and I will never forget that. I love you. I will miss you. watch over me and make sure I don't screw up.

Next Tues. will be the 2 month mark on day that you were taken from us. Martin, there isn't a day that goes by that I don't think of you. It seems like just yesterday I got the phone call telling me the news, all I could do was cry. You were my buddy. You were always there for me when ever I needed you. You were one of my bestfriends in Highschool. It's taken me all this time to sign this because I didn't want to believe that you were gone. I wish you were here with us. Robbie misses you, he just doesn't say it. But I can tell. You were his bestfriend. Breezy and I talk about all the fun times we used to have. That seems to help. I will always cherish the moments that we spent together. I miss your hugs...they were the best. I know that your with all of us in some form. It's just hard because I thought that you would always be here. I love you, and miss you soo much.

My Love Marty, So young but know you enjoyed all that you did in life here. Your my awsome, handsome grandson and proud of you and know you will enjoy it there too. It's just that we can't see you and enjoy it with you but knowing you are watching over us means alot. Now if we are doing the wrong thing you can kind of hit us, tickle us, stub our toe, or whatever to let us know you are here. We are all and know Mom is having a very hard time accepting the fact with this. Was so glad/surprised/ and shocked to see you, Mom, and Phil when I was in the hospital poping your heads around the cutain. Loved evey minute of it and hated to see you leave. The games you got with all the goodies and eats and door hanger that says YOUR ALWAYS IN MY THOUGHTS . You and your family have a very special , good and generous hearts. WILL ALWAYS LOVE AND MISS YOU AND WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. THINK OF YOU EVERYDAY . WILL SEE YOU MY LOVE SOME DAY.

It is a great tragedy that you were taken so young. You set your goals small and accomplished them big. The only thing that you didn't get to do that you always wanted to do is go to Italy and Mom is going to try and take you there someday. You always wanted a child which will be here around Jan.17 2009. I think you had a great short life with many of friends and family. We will all be there for your child as I know you will help guide (him or her) from above. I do have to say Marty that I'm having a very diffficult time dealing with this whole thing. I can't tell you just how much I miss you and finding it so hard to live without you. I have a huge hole in my heart. I will always miss you and love you forever.

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Marty,
You were more than just a friend to me, you were a brother - my BIG little brother, and I couldn't love you more. The pain and emptiness in my heart are deep and real, but so are my love for you and all the good memories we shared. I look back on all the good times and smile, for though I cannot see you, you will always be right here with me in my heart. I will love and remember you always.
Rest peacefully, Marty.
Until we meet again...

All my love forever,
Loretta

Marty, they say God has a plan for everyone and He has chosen you back at this time for reasons I can't understand. I was remembering you when you were young and riding your bicycle, you would yell over "Hey Mary, look at this!" and you would be standing on the seat riding around, I would say "that's great but please sit down", you would just laugh and do more tricks. Or when it would be pouring rain and you and Phil would be walking up from the bus, I'd ask you where your sweatshirt was, you would laugh and give a funny smirk and tell me it was in your backpack. You,Phil,Ban,Jon and Liv did so many funny things that I could write a book on those weekends. You touched so many hearts and will be missed by all. The Hill will never be the same without you. Love, Mary

We thought of you with love today,
But this is nothing new,
We thought of you yesterday and the days before that too.
We think of you in silence and
often speak your name.
All we have now are our memories,
and your picture in a frame.
It broke our hearts to lose you,
But you didn't go alone.
A part of us went with you
The day God took you home.
All Our Love

Still Missing You

They say there is a reason
They say that time will heal
But neither time nor reason
Will change the way we feel.

For no one knows the heartache
that lies behind our smiles,
No one knows how many times
we have broken down and cried.

We want to tell you something
so there won't be any doubt,
You're so wonderful to think of
but so hard to be without.
We cannot bring the old days back,
when we were all together
The family chain is broken now,
but memories live forever.

All Our Love Forever and Ever

To MY Dearest Marty, There's a place I've never seen beyond this world we know, A place I've only heard of but someday hope to go------ It's not on any map, there are no roads to take me there, But it,s a place of perfect peace where hearts are free fromcare. And though I understand some may be saddened when I leave, One day, we all will meet again---- that's what I believe..... When it's time to travel there, I think I'll wear a smile, I'll say good-bye to those I love, but only for a while, Knowing there are others who have traveled there alone, Who cannot wait to greet me and to whisper "welcome home." To My Dearest Family and Friends, I arrived and am writing this from heaven with God, where there are no tears just eternal love. Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight. Remember that I'm with you morning, noon, and night. That day I had to leave when my life on earth was through. God picked me up, hugged me,and said I welcome you. One of the first and important things he had on his list was for us to watch over all of YOU. When your walking down the street and you've got me on your mind; I'm walking in your footsteps only a half a step behind. Whenit's time for you to go---- from that body to be free, remember you're not going------ your coming here to ME.

TO MY LOVING GRANDSON: This has been the hardest incident in mine and the families lifes and can not find words. We have to remember the happy times, sayings, and good times for us to try to go on. I know you are watching over your loves and just need to accept it this way. I LOVE----LOVE----LOVE----YOU AND MISS---MISS---MISS---YOU TOO. I worry about Mom, Dad, Phil, Loretta, Gram, Melyssa and BABY and want them to be safe and happy. There are no words to express how I feel. I will see you some day up there and I will bring $$$$$$ and we can do CHA Ching and win BIG. LOVE YOU LOVE. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO LOVE, NANA

Death Leaves a Headache
No One Can Heal,
Love Leaves Lives A Memory
No One Can Steal..

Your Family is In My Prayers

Dear Marty,

A gift for such a little while,
Your loss just seems so wrong,
You should not have left before us, It’s with loved ones you belong.

We will miss you forever !

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Dear Donna, Marty, Phil, Loretta, Melyssa, baby, and Gram we are so sorry for all your pain. Marty was like our own son! We miss him dearly. We are here for you night and day !
We love you,
Dean, Sarah, Travis, Deano & Ethan

Dear Martin,
It's been awhile since we've talked and I couldn't belive what has happened. You where way to young for this to happened...
I will always remember the way you made me laugh.. and the time at Vica when you carryed me into the pool with all my cloths on.. you always made me laugh and I will always miss you.. I am sorry we lost contact for the short time that we did.. I 'll miss you my dear friend..

Hi Lil Donna and Marty It saddens me to write this as to know your loss is shared by all that have known Marty. I was less involved with you and yours but know you both did a fine job as parents and friend to your childeren. I know that Donna cherishes the fact he and you went to see her. God Bless All of you. Much Sadness. Love Uncle Doug.

Uncle Marty and Aunt Donna,
May God bring comfort and peace to you in this time of loss. We never know the reasons for his actions, we just have to keep faith in Gods plans. I love you and will keep ya'll in my prayers.

Dear Marty,
You are a memory in my pocket :D

I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.

My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.

They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.

Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.

But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.

I Love and Miss you with all my heart
i'll never forget about the wonderful
cousin you are. I love when you gave me those big huge bear hugs.
i loved your company when you came down not to lang ago. i know i can count on you to finish somethin that i cannot. I love those days when you make me laugh and to see you smile. Your my gardian angel that will never leave my side. you'll pick me up when i fall and when i cry and shed a tear you whipe my face so its no longer their.

I Love You <3
xoxoxoxoxoxo
Schyla Tryner

Dear Marty, I'm writing this to you to say how much I love you and miss you.I'm so glad we got to spend time together not too long ago and how much fun it was while you and Phil were here.I looked forward to this visit every year . Now your with me every day in my prayers. When I go to work I think of you pushing me around in the wheelchair. How much fun that was when you kept messing up my hair. Well when time is near I will see you again up there. LOVE YOU SO MUCH WISH I WAS THERE. Love Forever Auntie BArb oxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo

Marty,
A dear friend gave me this poem which is a great comfort to us. I would like to share it with all.

WATCHING OVER YOU

I know how much you miss me
Ever since I passed away
But, please know I'm watching over you
Every night and day
I share what you are doing
For, I'm sometimes by your side
I'm listening when you talk to me
And hug you when you cry
Please dry your tears, because I'm safe
There is so much beauty here
It's so peaceful and so loving
And there is no need for tears
Sometimes you'll feel my presence
As I try to let you know
I'm proudly watching over you
Everywhere you go
I'm happy here in Heaven
There are angels all around
The music is so magical
What a sweet and glorious sound
Someday we'll be together
But, through all you say and do
Please know I'm not that far away
And I'm watching over you........
You will always be loved and missed.
All Our Love,

Mart, I just dug out the pictures of us at Scotty's 9th birthday when you spent the day with me at Laserquest with a bunch of little kids because Scotty wanted you to go. I'll always remember our 4-wheeler rides together when you'd try to get me as muddy as possible. I'll miss your smile, I'll miss your laugh. I love you my beautiful cousin.

Marty and Donna,
Our condolences on your loss.
Our family will keep yours in our prayers.

Martin,
I never really saw you since high school, but from what I remember, we had some good laughs and good times back then! We were never really good friends, and really never hung out outside of school, but I though you were an awesome dude, and I am so thankful I got to share some moments with you!! I will never forget you bro! See you in the clouds! PEACE and ONE LOVE!

Dear Donna and Marty,
I"ve know your family forever through my aunt and uncle,you have always been so kind and when i heard the news from my cousin stephen i was shocked ,i couldnt believe it.I read the article in the paper and couldnt believe it still.Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.If there is anything myself or my sister can do please dont hesitate to ask.I didnt know him well but from what i read he was a sweetheart and he will be missed dearly.Im sure he will watch over all of his friends and family.with sympathy and love ,,,,Christine and Michele allen

marty you will be greatly missed by all of us at pace . you were so much more than a customer, may god bless all your family and friends.

Marty, I can't believe that you're gone. I feel so horrible that we fell out of contact, you were such a good friend. I took for granted that we're so young, and it's like life is forever. But unfortunately, your circumstance has proven the opposite. My heart goes out to your family, friends, and fiancee. I am so sorry for their loss, and it was a TRUE LOSS. You were there for anyone who needed it, and a real presence, as subtle as it may have seemed.

I miss you, man. We'll see each other on the other side.

We often think of you and were looking to handing out again. You will be missed way more than you could have known.

My Nephew Marty,
I can't find any words to express the loss I will have without you in my life. With me living so far away from family being close is so hard. My visits back home felt empty after the death of my father, but you bridged that gap with me and made me feel like we always had lived close. You truly made my visits nice again. Your laugh, and little devilish manner, ( like picking me up in the living room chair, or trying to get your dog to bite me!) Yes you were something special to me just by being you! You were my favorite nephew. You made each of my visits back home memorably. Visits back home will never be the same again. You will always be loved, remembered and missed greatly.
Love, Aunt Patty

Dear Donna & Marty,
I was so saddened by the news. I know that words cannot express nor comfort you at this time. I'm sure you both have awesome memories of Martin Jr.! Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. If there is anything any of us can do - please don't hesitate!
Love, Glenda

It's just the simple things like seeing you or hearing your laugh when you're around that will hurt the most. As i'm sure others feel the same. I wish I could be there to see ya kid.

I've been trying to find the words to express how much you meant to all of us, but I don't think they exist. I am saddened further by the fact that I never really made an effort to truly know you as an adult. Most all of my memories of you are from when we were children, I'm sorry I wasn't around more often. Please know how much we all love you and that you will always be missed.

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Love and prayers,
Alice Tierney

Marty, no words can express how saddened we all are that you were taken at such a young age. You had so many wonderful years ahead of you. But we have many years of remembering you and how you made us smile and laugh. You were a wonderful nephew, a great cousin. And will be greatly missed by all.

Baby, I hope you realize how much I love you. Wait for me on the other side, you Johnson's are always "waiting on a woman" I am so thankful you came into my life and so devastated that you left so quickly. I know you are always with me though, I see you everywhere. your smile is like the twinkle of the stars I wish on every night and your laughter is as vibrant as the colors in my sunsets. I will never get over you, I told you we would be together until death do us part, as bitter sweet as it is. I can't find the words to describe my feelings for you. They all fall short and could never do justice. "These words are just a failed attempt to capsulate a feeling."

OUR GRANDSON-FRIEND & LOVE, This was the hardest time of the family and friends lives as God only knows and chooses the GOOD ones even though we can"t understand why. Your Proud, Goodhearted, Wonderful and Generious Mom & Dad, Brother and his Fiance, Grandparents, your Fiance and BABY, and families is why you were you inherited the same and became the "MARVELOUS PERSON" and hold a Special place in OUR HEARTS. Now there is a bright star in the sky and know MY LOVE that you are watching over all of us. "CAN YOU HEAR ME NOW"***************"CAN YOU SEE ME NOW"***********************YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. ALL OUR LOVE, "NANA" & "GRAMPIE">

Family By Chance Friends By Choice<3 You Have No Idea How Much You'll Be Missed. I Love You. xoxo Liv

My Dearest Friends Donna & Marty,
Michael and I are consumed with grief for you and your family. You've been on our minds since we heard the tragic news. Although we haven't been in touch for so very long, I have wonderful memories of the days when our children were young and mornings at the coffee shop. I didn't know Marty as a grown man but there is no doubt he was a special person. I know that there are no words I can offer to take away your pain, but please know that you and your family are in our prayers and on our minds. We love you and will do anything to help you get through this!
Your true friends from the past and future,
Michael and Anne Weeden

MARTY WE LOVE YOU AND WE WILL MISS YOU DEARLY! YOU NEVER GOT A CHANCE TO MEET GRAMPY BEFORE I KNOW HE IS TAKING CARE OF YOU NOW. WE WILL ALL BE HERE TO TAKE CARE OF MELISSA AND YOUR BABY AND ARE SO LUCKY YOU LEFT US WITH A PART OF YOU.
LOVE,
DENSIE

Donna and Marty, I'm so sorry for this happening. My heart aches for your loss. Stay close with your friends and family, and let their love help to carry you for as long as it takes. I believe there is always a reason when God takes someone dear to us. He must have a better plan for him. My thoughts and prayers are truly for you at this sad time.

Marty is my nephew, I will miss him more than I can possibly relate with words. We probably spent only a few weeks together over the years, but it was enough for me to appreciate his incredible spirit, energy, love for life, and decency. Marty was destined for a good life that was built upon strong parenting, family support, love, and an enthusiasm for his vocation. It is not uncommon to hear people of my generation speak of younger people as being worthless and an embarrassment to their families. No one would ever think or speak of Marty in those terms. Marty was a source of pride to everyone in his extended family, I am proud beyond words to have shared time with him. I will see you on the other side my friend!