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Dr. Michael S. Johnson, age 73, of Carmel, NY and formerly Southbury, CT, died on Thursday, April 27, 2017 at 3:45 p.m. at Calvary Hospital , Bronx, NY. He was the husband of Linda G. Johnson.
Born in West Reading, PA, he was the son of the late Arthur H. and Dorothy E. (Reinauer) Johnson. He was a graduate of Albright College in Reading, PA, and Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ. He was employed as a private psychologist in Danbury for over 40 years and previously the State of CT at Fairfield Hills Hospital in Newtown, CT from 1968 until it closed.
In addition to his widow, he is survived by his two sons, Robert A.and Jeffrey T.; his daughter Elizabeth A.; their mother Dorothy A. (Neisel) Johnson and his grandson Adam C.
He is also survived by his wife's daughters, Laura Salley and her husband Wallace and son Allen, Karen Horowitz and Tanya Baum and her husband Steven.
A memorial service will be planned for a later date, to be announced.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Johnson
Catherine DiBuono
December 14, 2018
I still think of Dr Johnson when i have a problem and want to call him up..RIP Dr Johnson..you are always remembered..
J T
December 13, 2018
Miss Linda,
I am a former patient of your wonderful husband. He was a kind, compassionate man. Dr. Johnson helped me through a most difficult period in my Life and I was very fond of him. I now reside out of state and am saddened of the news. I pray for your family for the loss of a great man. RIP Dr. Johnson. Thank you for all you have done to get my Life back on track. Jim T.
Elizabeth C.
June 20, 2018
R.I.P. You helped me so much and are missed. Condolences to your family.
Cathie DiBuono
June 13, 2018
Dr Johnson was my Doctor for a few years and my son's prior.He was a wondeful man and very professional.I tried calling him one day and the phone was disconnected.I never knew he had passed. RIP , Doctor and my sympathies to his family.
March 10, 2018
I didn't know Dr Johnson personally but my daughter did and I cannot express how much he helped her through a difficult journey; she thought very well of him, to say the least. May you RIP Dr Johnson, many will miss you. Gone but not forgotten.
October 31, 2017
I was a patient for years and so was my son..I am so saddened by this news..a very Professional and good man..my sympathies to his family
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Lisa C.
July 27, 2017
I was his patient for a few years. What a wonderful man he was. He helped me immensely. I am very sorry for your loss.
Bruce B
July 23, 2017
I was one of his patients, but in the short time I saw him I was very impressed w/ him and his soft spoken manner , honest advice and the way he spoke of his wife. He was a truly fine and lovely gentlemen and it was a pleasure to have known him.
clayton potter
June 15, 2017
MICHAEL was a close friend of mine for some 15 years, and I highly respected his integrity/ experience.
Karen Horowitz
May 29, 2017
Mike was a great husband to my mother and treated his stepchildren as his own. He was just a good guy. I'll miss him and how happy he made my mom.
Wynn Gadkar-Wilcox
May 27, 2017
Words cannot express how much Dr. Johnson meant to me and I am sure for countless others. He was a great psychiatrist because he was an even better man. He helped me through a very difficult period in my life, and I think about things he said to me almost every day. I attribute much of what I have been able to accomplish since I met him to his guidance. I never heard him talk down to anyone. His communications were built on sincerity, humor, mutual respect, not to mention a mutual interest in Dave Brubeck and model trains. I am lucky to have known him and considered him a friend. He will be deeply missed.
May 25, 2017
We were incredibly saddened to hear of Dr. Johnson's passing!
He helped our family through a tremendously difficult time and was a beacon himself of the health and virtue he worked to restore in others. He was one of the greatest blessings in our life, which recovered thanks to his kindness and patient care.
All our family's love and prayers, may he remember us from Heaven
R and C
May 23, 2017
I only knew Dr J for a short period of time. But in the brief span he impacted tremendously. He was a caring, charismatic soul who guided me through some very tough times. Often he would end our conversation together with... "I don't really have anything else, but I likable guy and I enjoy our time together!" I can say the same for yo Dr Johnson! Rest in Peace!! TJB
Laura Salley
May 23, 2017
We love you and miss you, Mike.
Laura, Wally and Allen.
Carol G
May 22, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. Dr. Johnson was one of the kindest and nicest people I was privileged to know. A wonderful doctor, he helped me tremendously with my life's journey. I will never, ever forget him. Thank you Dr. J.
Tanya and Steve Baum
May 22, 2017
I loved Mike like he was my own father. He was such a caring person and our conversations helped me so much with all I have been going through over the years. Unfortunately, we would also compare notes on our cancer journeys. I love you Mom and I am so thankful I got to spend a wonderful Thanksgiving with you both and that Steve was fortunate to have a layover as well. Steve thoroughly enjoyed his time with Mike and considered him a good friend. We will cherish those memories forever.
Beth Rimoldi
May 22, 2017
Dear Linda, My heart aches for your loss of Mike. Having had a brief opportunity to meet him at the Henderson reunion, I can only imagine how difficult this time is for you. You're in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Beth
Mary Jane Espinola
May 22, 2017
Linda, I ws so sorry to hear about your husband's passing and your accident. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May you make steady progress in your recovery and your memories of Mike keep him with you and comfort you. God bless
Adrian Parrado
May 22, 2017
Barbara and I want to send our condolences to you. We know that this is a difficult time for you and your family. A very wise man once told me during a time of loss in my life that I should hold on to the good memories and not the loss. The beautiful and fond memories of many friends and family members are always with me.
Take care and stay safe. Adrian and Barbara Parrado.
Jan Tennies
May 21, 2017
Linda, am so sorry for your loss and your own injury so soon after. Prayers for quick healing and for loving happy memories to ease the pain of your loss.
Marita Ferguson
May 20, 2017
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I had the privilege of working with him for a number of years when Fairfield Hills was closing and he and I worked together on getting clients into community group homes. He was so professional and caring and I later referred many of my community clients and their families to his private practice. He always was positive, helpful, and glad to hear from me. A true dedicated wonderful man gone way too soon. May he rest in peace. Thanks Dr. Johnson for helping a vast amount of my previous clients. I will miss you!
Barbara Baldwin
May 20, 2017
Dear Linda, I am so sad to know Mike is gone. Such a good man and he loved you so! Glad I finally got to meet him and see how truly lovely he was. So glad you and Mike had some priceless years and so many adventures. You were so good for each other. Soulmates, certainly! You're in my heart as you find your way through this difficult time. Love, Barbara
Mike and Linda
Barb Kovats Tuttle
May 20, 2017
Linda - I was so sorry to hear of Mike's passing and then your subsequent health difficulties. Think of you and Mike often. So glad I was able to meet him (& see his magnificent train layouts) on my travels through NY - and then at the Henderson Reunion here in Tampa. Hope to see you again the next time I drive up your way.
Steven Bevington
May 19, 2017
I like to say,"Thank You,Dr.Johnson,for all your fine service to so many people;I,especially,will never forget the help you gave to me!"
N J
May 18, 2017
So sorry for your loss; May the God of all comfort be with the family during this time of sorrow.
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