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1941
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2014
Karl Johnson Obituary
Born May 7th 1941 in Urbana, Illinois passed on February 8, 2014. Karl grew up in Mt. Clemens, Michigan and studied medicine at the College of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery in Des Moines, Iowa. He and Marion lived in Normandy Park over 40 years. He loved caring for his patients, and serving as team doctor for many local high schools. Sailing and cycling with his family were highlights of his life. Karl is survived by his wife Marion, daughter Julie, and grandson Caleb. Services held at 2:00 PM on February 22 at Lake Burien Presbyterian Church. Memorials to Lake Burien Pres. or getinvolved.fhcrc.org/goto/julieklover.
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The Nicholls Family
October 15, 2023
Dr. Johnson was my grandmother´s doctor back in the 1970´s and would come to her home for appts. He also cared for my father and the rest of my family as well for many years. A lovely memory I have is when he and his lovely wife took my daughter to lunch one day when she was considering becoming an DO 11-12!years ago.
Nancy J McDonald-Rogers
February 10, 2022
I still miss my Dr. Johnson. Good memories and he kept me moving.
Nancy Rogers
February 10, 2021
I continue to miss Dr. Johnson. Both as a doctor and a person. He was a wonderful man. Has a great family he was proud of. Think of him everytime I drive by his old office.
K. B
July 13, 2020
Dr Johnson was my Dr for over 25 years, I am so saddened to hear of his passing.
He was the most caring doctor I ever had. He is what I call an old fashioned Dr, who listened to his patients, took time with them, he was priceless! There will never be another Dr like him!
My condolences to his wife, whom he loved so much, and to his family and friends. ❤
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Erica Detro
May 22, 2017
My name is Erica Detro. I didn't know Karl but I know of him. I am the great-grand daughter of Oscar, his uncle from detroit! I have been desperately searching for any remaining family left! I came across this obituary and was compelled to reach out. I don't even know if his family will see this...however it was lovely reading all the wonderful stories and ways Karl has touched others throughout his life!
December 27, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of my best friend from Kalamazoo College. Karl did exactly what he said he would do in his life.
A wonderful man, I am sorry to find he is gone. I wanted to see him again here on this visit. My condolences to his wife Marion and daughter. We last visited when his daughter was so ill.
December 27, 2016
From Karl's best buddy at Kalamazoo College, David A. Carlson. We had a nice chat in person at his clinic a couple of years ago here in Seattle. I was so happy to connect with Karl again. This was the time that his daughter was so ill.
I just came to town this week to visit my daughter. I am so sorry to find that Karl is gone. I will remember him and his mission forever. His friend from college, Dave Carlson, Kalamazoo College 1962.
Allen Black
July 23, 2015
I was very saddened to see the passing of dr. Johnson. He was my oldest son's team doctor at Foster high school, my doctor and mainly ...my 91 year old dad's doctor. I called yesterday to arrange for records to be sent to us for my dad's folder and was given the sad news. My father often spoke of dr. And he was his favorite doctor! We will miss him!
July 21, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss Marion...He will always be remembered as a special person and doctor our my hearts and memories.
Nancy & Bill Rogers
W. Richard Shissler,DO
December 11, 2014
Karl lived next door to me in Mt Clemens, Michigan.
We grew up together. Both of us became Osteopathic Family Physicians. I will miss, but will never forget,
my happy childhood memories with Karl.
Lovingly, Karl's childhood friend-
W. Richard Shissler,DO
Mike Milsted
November 24, 2014
You will be missed you are the best Doctor Iv ever had for over 40 years
November 15, 2014
I am so saddened by this news. As Dr. Johnson who welcomed me with open arms as a patient, and was instrumental in me getting a bike and out on the trails. He amazed me whenever I would see him and Marion on the trail and would call me by name. Condolences to the family and Happy Trails, Dr. Johnson!
Maddie
July 15, 2014
Dr. Johnson was the first doctor i've ever worked for. He taught me so many things that no other doctor could probably teach me. He was the most kind and gentle man that I could have ever worked for. Condolence to his family. May he RIP. Thanks for everything doc.
July 11, 2014
THE BEST. DR JOHNSON WAS MY DOCTOR FOR 30 YRS AND MY PARENTS DOCTOR TOO HE ALWAYS KNEW WHAT TO GIVE ME TO GET ME FEELING BETTER RIGHT AWAY AND HE ASKED HOW MY PARENTS WERE DOING EVERY VISIT AND I ALWAYS LIKED TO HERE ABOUT THE TRIPS THE HE AND MARION WENT ON GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN HE WILL BE MISSED MY CONDOLENCES TO MARION AND FAMILY
SCOTT MAJOR, ROCHESTER WA
Joan M. Belongia
June 25, 2014
I am so very saddened by the loss of this gentle man. He was as close to a "Doctor Welby" we had for having such a genuinely caring doctor. He will be fondly remembered and greatly missed by all who were fortunate enough to have known him.
T Smith
March 24, 2014
My deepest condolences to the family. Dr. J was my doctor for 20 years. He saw me thru three personal tragedies, always with a wise word and sympathetic ear. He was the wisest man I've known. He will be greatly missed. I pray for his family and wish them peace during this hard time. T. Smith
Mayer Horensten
March 12, 2014
We were classmates back in Des Moines . I remember Karl as a very friendly and easy-going guy. My sympathy to the family
Betty Timmons
March 11, 2014
Dr Johnson was my doctor for 29 years. He was also physician for my parents and even my granddaughter. After moving away from Burien I still traveled from Ballard for 24 years because he was such an excellent doctor. I know he can never be replaced. He was the best doctor I ever knew. I always enjoyed going to his office. He knew who I was and what might need checking. We had many wonderful long talks. He was like the old fashioned doctors that cared about their patients. I will always miss him.
Matt Blondin
February 22, 2014
Thank you dr j for healing pains of the body and listening to pains of the heart. You were a great friend and physician. Wish I could be there in person to show you my respect that you deserve - I'm there is spirit for Marion and Julie and the rest of the family. God speed.
Sue Hallgren
February 21, 2014
Dr. Johnson was our family doctor for several years. He was always caring and genuinely interested in each of us. I do not like any medical procedures. After voicing a health concern last Fall, he prodded me and strongly encouraged me to do follow up testing that he recommended. My symptoms had subsided and I reluctantly followed his orders. I had kidney cancer. He really wasn't obligated to but, Dr. Johnson helped facilitate my surgery and follow up care. Because he cared and was concerned, he basically saved my life. How can one ever thank someone for their life? I will forever be grateful that I was his patient.
He always spoke lovingly of his wife. It was obvious theirs was not just a marriage but, a life long love affair. As my children were growing up, he would share, with great pride and love, his own parenting stories of his daughter. So glad he got to see the Seahawks win the Super Bowl!
Rest in Peace Dr. Johnson. You gave so much of yourself. I am forever indebted. Condolences to your family.
Charles Fieldson
February 19, 2014
Dr. Johnson was a friend and a gentleman and I appreciated all the care and concern he gave to me over the years. He will never be forgotten may he Rest in Peace.
Suzy and Alan Hendrickson
February 18, 2014
Dr.Johnson was the best physician we've ever had....he was our family Doctor.He took the time to genuinely get to know his patients as people and a visit was never rushed. Upon leaving the office he would always impart true words of wisdom. Dr. Johnson practiced a magical form of medicine that will be difficult to replace.Prayers to the entire family. God Bless The Hendricksons
Walter Cunningham
February 18, 2014
Karl was my doctor for 39 Years he was a wonderful doctor and will be missed by many my prayers go out to the family and friends may he R.I.P.Walter Cunningham
BARBARA MCKINNEY
February 17, 2014
DR.J.WAS MY DOCTOR FOR 10 YEARS. HE WAS A GREAT DOCTOR AND A WONDERFUL,CARING PERSON.DR J.SOLVED MY CHRONIC BACK PAIN THAT I'D BEEN SUFFERING WITH FOR YEARS, AND FOR THAT I WILL BE FOREVER GRATEFUL. HE WILL BE MISSED BY MANY I'M SURE...
BARBARA
February 17, 2014
DR.J WAS MY DOCTOR FOR 10 YEARS-HE WAS A GREAT DOCTOR AND A CARING AND GREAT PERSON. HE SOLVED MY CHRONIC BACK PAIN PROBLEM AND FOR THAT I WILL BE FOREVER GRATEFUL....R.I.P.
Sandy Butler
February 16, 2014
He will be greatly missed! My condolences!
Jerry Levine
February 16, 2014
I met Karl in West Seattle in the early 70's. We played racquet ball every week for a year. He has been my MD for over 30 years. A nicer, more caring and patient man I will never know. My thoughts are with the family. He will be greatly missed.
February 16, 2014
Just wanted to thank him for delivering 2 of my children at Standring Memorial Hospital in 1969 and 1971. May you rest in peace. Kathy (morris) Dunbar.
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