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John Matthew Johnson

Redding, CA

Matthew Johnson, 54, passed away suddenly on October 12, 2015.

He was born on February 14, 1961 in Santa Fe, New Mexico to Robert R. & Candelaria L. Johnson.

He is survived by his beautiful wife of 20 years, Jill, sons Zachary & Steven, siblings Beverly (Walter), Robert (David), Mark (Susy), in laws David & Lyn, sister in law Tracy (Marc) grandchildren Kamira and Cassius and numerous family members in New Mexico.

He is preceded in death by his parents Robert R. & Candelaria L. Johnson & our son Scott Riley Johnson.

Matt was a wonderful caring loving husband, father, brother and friend. He was a loyal 49er & Notre Dame Fan.

He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

A mass will be held at 1:00pm on October 29, 2015 at Our Lady of Mercy Church, 2600 Shasta View Dr, Redding, CA 96002. Reception to follow.

Please sign the guestbook at http://obits.redding.com

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

Published by Redding Record Searchlight on Oct. 23, 2015.

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Bob and Mary Archuleta

November 16, 2015

Mark and family, our prayers are with you and all your family. May our father in heaven receive him with open arms. Be blessed! Bob and Mary Archuleta

November 16, 2015

Mark and Family, I am so sorry about the passing of your brother and loved one. Mary McFadin

Barbara Lujan

November 7, 2015

RIP Matthew, one of my very favorite cousins growing up In Santa Fe. My prayers go out to his family for comfort and strength during this difficult time.

Teresa (Slowen) Valderrama

October 27, 2015

Good bye, Matt. May our Lord receive you with loving arms and provide peace and comfort to friends and family who love and miss you.

Teresa (Slowen) Valderrama (SMHS Classmate)

October 27, 2015

Good bye, Matt. May our Lord receive you with open arms, and provide peace and comfort to family and friends who love and miss you. You will long be in our memories.

Tom Padilla

October 26, 2015

Cousins,

My heartfelt condolences.

Mike Lara Margaret Murray

October 26, 2015

RIP Matt. Lots of great memories. Our prayers are with your family.

Carmen Ortiz

October 25, 2015

God bless all of Matt's family and friends as all of us go through the process of missing a great husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin...friend, neighbor and acquaintance. Matt is now with family and friends who went before him in the place we are all striving to call our final Home. Prayers and peace to all from a Class of '79 SMHS classmate ~

Lisa Weimer

October 25, 2015

Rest in peace Matt.

Miquela Rivera

October 24, 2015

Bob, Beverly, Mark and family,
I was saddened to read about Matthew's passing. May your memories of him comfort all of you. And may he rest in the arms of The Lord.

Laurie Broger

October 24, 2015

I am so sorry to hear about Matt he was a good neighbor and friend Richard and my prayers are with you and family

Mary Belyea

October 24, 2015

Sorry to hear of Matt's passing.
Very sad for Kamira Marie.

Nathan, Sabrina and Kyla Davis

October 23, 2015

Beautiful obituary. He will be missed by all. Love you guys! We will definitely be there on Thursday.

October 22, 2015

I am so sad to hear ol John s passing.Missing Uncle Bob and Aunt Candy only makes John s death that much more daunting. Please know our prayers and thoughts are with you.

October 22, 2015

To Matt's Family, I am very sorry to hear about his passing. He was one of the fun people that made going to St. Mike's so fun and easy to go to. Had a lot of fun with Matt at St. Mike's.

Bob Martinez - Denver, Co Class of 79'

Jeanne Adelo

October 21, 2015

Dear Robert, Beverly, & Mark, and family,
I am so sorry to hear of Matt's passing. I hope you find comfort

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