William Charles Johnson

William Charles Johnson obituary

William Charles Johnson

William Johnson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Matz Mt. Prospect Funeral Chapel, Inc. from Jul. 26 to Jul. 28, 2025.

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William Charles Johnson passed away Thursday, July 24th, 2025 at age 86. William was the beloved husband of Susie Johnson (preceed in death) for 30 years. William was born May 1st, 1939, as a son by the late mother Borgny Johnson and his father the late Walter Johnson. In addition to his parents and beloved wife, he is also preceded in death by his son Tim (Cindy) Johnson, and his siblings Richard (Patti), Nancy, and Bobby (Julie) Johnson. William is survived by his children Kevin (Celeste) Johnson, Todd (Leann) Johnson, and step-son Gary Prokes. William also had his beloved dog, Sky Dancer, who was his life-time companion. Those who knew William knew he loved cycling, gardening, model railroader, ball room dancing, and cruising. The family of William Charles Johnson would appreciate memorial contributions to the Norwegian Choir Singer. They would also appreciate donations to the Chicago Botanic Gardens; Donations to the Chicago Botanical Gardens should be made on behalf of William C. Johnson. Donations can be made at chicagobotanic.org/donate/tribute

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