Robert "Bob" William Johnson Jr.

Robert "Bob" William Johnson Jr. obituary, Simpsonville, KY

Robert "Bob" William Johnson Jr.

Robert "Bob" Johnson Jr. Obituary

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Robert "Bob" William Johnson Jr., 78, of Simpsonville, Kentucky, passed away on Friday, October 31, 2025.

He was born on March 15, 1947 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to the late Robert Sr. and Virginia (Millward) Johnson.

Bob and Wendy own and operate Copper Coin Farm in Simpsonville, raising and breeding American Saddlebred Horses.

Bob is survived by his loving wife of 44 years, Wendy Johnson.

Per Bob's wishes cremation was chosen and no services will be held.

Memorial contributions in Bob's memory may be made to The Sanctuary at Black Horse Manor 2941 Washburn Road Pleasureville, KY 40057 or by planting a tree in his memory. 

To share a memory of Robert or leave a special message for his family, please visit the guestbook below.

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

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