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JOHNSON, John Richard
Found peace with our Lord on April 5, 2012. John was born in Woodland, CA to Dick and Mary Johnson on October 4, 1954. Predeceased by his parents and brother, Tom Johnson. He is survived by his wife, Patrice (married 1979); sons, Brian (Cathy) and Christopher (Amanda).

John was a devoted husband and father who found joy in his family. He enjoyed camping and traveling with family and friends. His favorite vacation spot was Maui and enjoyed its golf courses. He was an active member of the Empire Ranch Mens Golf Club. They shared many rounds of golf, laughs and beers over the years.

Friends and family are invited to a vigil service and recitation of the rosary at Green Valley Mortuary, 3004 Alexandrite Dr., Rescue, on Tuesday, April 10, at 7:00pm. Funeral mass at Holy Trinity, 3111 Tierra De Dios Dr., El Dorado Hills, on Wednesday, April 11, at 11:00am; reception immediately following mass at the church hall.

Donations, in lieu of flowers, may be made to the SPCA.

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

Published by The Sacramento Bee on Apr. 10, 2012.

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Steve Kivetos

March 13, 2025

Hi Patrice
Our deepest condolences to you and the family.
This is Steve a childhood friend of Brian. My parents
Tim and Toni kivetos
Please email me I would love to say hi.

Kathy Cunningham

August 23, 2012

Patrice,
I just learned of your horrific loss. There are no words to express how shocked and saddened I was to hear the news. My heart, and prayers, and deep concern to out to you, and your family.

My God surround you with angels, when and where you least expect them....

Kathy Curtis

April 17, 2012

Please accept my sincere sympathy in the loss of your husband and father.

Lynn Bartolo

April 13, 2012

My condolences to the family. John was my son's cub scout leader many years ago. He was a positive influence for my son and many of the other boys. I am sorry to hear of his passing.

Cindy Lytle

April 12, 2012

So very sorry for your loss. John was a wonderful person. You are in my prayers.

mario astorga

April 11, 2012

I am extremely sad today, i just found out about john, he was always fun and positive with me. patrice, my name is mario from Early Toast i am so sad today for i lost an awsome friend and our community lost an awsome human being. i am at a lost for words.

Pam Flowers

April 11, 2012

Patrice,
I am so sorry to hear about John. He was a great guy, husband and father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

April 11, 2012

To all the Johnson family,
Our deepest and heartfelt condolences on your loss and our loss of my sometimes golf playing partner JJ. Our hearts and our prayers go out to all of you and I will always cherish the great moments I had with one of the greates guys we had in the club.

Leo and Lisa Goshgarian

Cathy Cleek

April 10, 2012

Patrice and family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. You and your family are in my prayers.

April 10, 2012

We miss you ,our friend forever.We will always remember your crazy laughs and fun times camping and fishing. Love always, Dennis and Joey

Selvi Stanislaus

April 10, 2012

Patrice:

I am so sorry for your loss. Everyone here at Franchise Tax Board is deeply saddened by this news. My condolences go out to you, Brian, and Christopher.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your sons. May your memories provide you the comfort you need at this time.

Linda Jones

April 10, 2012

John, we will miss your kindness and your sense of humor. You were dearly loved. Our thoughts and prayers are with Patrice, Brian and Christopher.

Chris, Jamie, Ethan and Zoe Elverulm

April 10, 2012

We'll miss you John, especially your laugh. Our condolences to Patrice, Brian and Christopher. May your memories comfort you.

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