Robert Johnson

Robert “Bob” Wayne Johnson, age 82, of Crooks, passed away January 20, 2026 at Dougherty Hospice House in Sioux Falls. He was born August 29, 1943, in Sioux Falls, a son of the late Dennis and Marie Johnson. ‍

Bob was baptized in West Nidaros Lutheran Church. He joined Renner Lutheran Church in 1945 and has been an active member since. He was a proud supporter of his local community. 4H and sporting events competed for his interest while in school.

At age 12, Bob suffered from a ruptured appendix resulting in a 108-degree temperature, which was once the recorded highest surviving body temperature in Minnehaha County.

After graduating from Lyons High School in 1963, Bob spent his early working years helping his father on the family farm. In July 1972, Bob became a self-employed milk man with Foremost for about ten years, delivering milk and other dairy products door-to-door. He was the favorite milk man of many. He then sold out to Land O’ Lakes and continued delivering door-to-door for another five years. After delivering he worked in the shop and cooler for a number of years. Towards the end of his career, he drove a semi-truck, retiring in 2005.

In October 1983, Bob married Elaine (Peterson) Johnson. From that marriage came two wonderful sons - Andrew and Wesley. Even more special are his two granddaughters - Mara and Fiona that brought immense joy and a little sparkle and sass.

Outside of work, he was a founding member of the Sioux Empire Studebaker Driver’s Club in 1987. He was the proud owner of an award winning 1947 Studebaker Champion which he cherished and took to many car shows and parades. He volunteered and promoted the Renner Monarchs all of his life and was honored to receive recognition as Tri-Valley Athletics Fan of the Year in 2011. He enjoyed having coffee with the Morefield guys on Mondays, lunches at the Wooden Nickel, First Friday lunches with his high school classmates, purchasing toys at auctions, and watching sporting events. He was always so appreciative and grateful for the generosity of others who would help hold a door, bring back treats from the concession stand, share baked goods, or stop by for a visit.

‍Bob is survived by two sons, Andrew Robert Johnson (Cassi) of Arlington, Wesley Dennis Johnson (Carolyn) of Crooks; granddaughters Mara and Fiona; sister Deanna (Roger) Hebbert of Berthoud, Colorado, brother-in-law George Carlson of Renner; sister-in-law Gloria Johnson of Kent, Washington; and all of his nieces and nephews. He also leaves many other family members and friends who will sadly miss him.

Bob was preceded in death by his sister Carole A. (Johnson) Carlson; brother, Gary D. Johnson.

‍Visitation is from 5:00-7:00 PM on Friday, January 30, 2026, at Renner Lutheran Church. Funeral service will begin at 10:30 AM on January 31, 2026, also at Renner Lutheran Church. One of Bob’s favorite lunches will be served after the service. Burial will follow shortly after lunch at the West Nidaros Lutheran Cemetery outside of Crooks. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Tri-Valley Booster Club or Renner Lutheran Church.