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Tom Johnson Obituary
Johnson died Wednesday at his Falmouth home, the Bruins said. The team didn't disclose the cause of death.
The former Montreal and Boston defenseman was a player, coach and executive with the Bruins for more than three decades until he retired in 1998.
Johnson, a native of Baldur, Manitoba, played 15 years for Montreal, helping the Canadiens win six Stanley Cups - including five straight from 1956-60. He also won the 1958-59 Norris Trophy as the NHL's top defenseman.
The Bruins claimed Johnson from Montreal in the 1963 waiver draft, and he played two seasons in Boston until a leg injury ended his career in 1965.
He moved into the Bruins' front office as an assistant to general manager Milt Schmidt. He succeeded Harry Sinden as head coach after Boston won the 1970 title and led the team to consecutive 50-plus win seasons, culminating with the 1972 Stanley Cup. His .738 winning percentage is the best in team history.
He was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1970.
Copyright © 2007 The Associated Press
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Dianne & Bill Arran
November 29, 2007
The relatives from Manitoba would like to extend our deepest sympathy to you ,Tom & Julie on the loss of Tom. My memories of Tom extend back to my childhood when he would visit us at the farm in his new convertible and he would take us for a ride. What a thrill!! My sympathy to all of you.
Dianne
R Davis
November 26, 2007
Johnson family
So sorrow for your loss,when a loved one fall asleep in death it is hard to handle sometime. Jehovah God made a promise that one day soon death,sickness and pain will be no more ( Rev.21:1-4 )
One day soon the earth will become a paradise and you will be reunited with you loved one again right here on earth. Once again so sorrow for your loss
Bob Beardsley
November 26, 2007
Mrs. Johnson, Tom, Julie, I was saddened to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during these difficult times.
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Larry & Debbie Mahan
November 25, 2007
So sorry for your loss. Tom will be forever remebered in our hearts and the hearts of all Bruins fans.
Tom Gugliuzza-Smith
November 24, 2007
My heartfelt sympathy to the Johnson family in the loss of Tom.
Patty and Joe Lawrence
November 24, 2007
Dear Doris, Tom and Julie,
We are very saddened to hear the news of Tom's passing. He was someone unaffected by the fame that followed him everywhere and just a most decent man. We are thinking of you.
T.M. Ricard
November 23, 2007
To the family and friends of Tom Johnson:
We are deeply sorry for your loss...may your fondest memories be of comfort to you in this difficult time...
Tom...From Bruins Fans everywhere: Thank You...You will be missed and always remembered...God Speed...
D.L. ZIMMERMAN
November 23, 2007
REST IN PEACE, TOM JOHNSON
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