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Richard Johns Obituary
Passed away Saturday, March 1st at the age of 64. He is survived by his wife, Susan, and daughters Emma and Samantha, of whom he was enormously proud. The eldest of four brothers, Rich was born in Waverly, New York to Larry and Phyllis Johns. He spent a year as an exchange student in Sweden and later was a Peace Corps volunteer in Ethiopia.
As the owner of Coastside Physical Therapy, Rich had offices in Pacifica and South San Francisco. His commitment to helping others extended to his many volunteer activities, including the Terra Nova High School Band Boosters, St. Andrew Church, and the Sierra Club's Clair Tappaan Lodge.
Friends may visit Friday, March 7, 2014 from 4:00pm -9:00pm at DUGGAN'S SERRA MORTUARY, 500 Westlake Avenue, Daly City. A celebration of his life will be held at St. Andrew Church in Pacifica at a yet to be determined date.
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Richard Boyden
March 8, 2014
Here's goodbye Rich, news of your passing comes as a big shock. Deep condolences and sympathy to you Susan, Emma and Samantha, from me, Carol, David and Sammy. We met the Johns family at the Clair Tappaan Lodge at Donner Summit 13 years ago. Rich was working on the hot tub heater/pump apparatus trying to get the old thing to work so that other denizens of the lodge could enjoy a hot soak. His energy and enthusiasm was unbelievable and infectious! Our families lived in the same town, Pacifica, but our paths rarely crossed there. But once or twice a year for 6 or 7 years we would meet up at the lodge, always for the big New Year's Eve party that Rich would organize. Always a wonderful event with lodgers of all ages eating, drinking, dancing, performing in the talent-show, and it was all Rich and the Johns family, schlepping boxes of food and cases of champagne up he 45 degree frozen walkway, cooking, organizing, spreading good cheer everywhere! Later Rich and I worked on the campaign to save the Lodge from closure, and I found out that Rich was instrumental on the Lodge Committee and its many activities. Rich was the kind of person who helps make the World go round. We will miss you, Rich.
Carol
March 6, 2014
As a new patient of Richards, I found him to be incredibly talented and caring. He was an excellent communicator and great listener. He was a kind man and I appreciated his devotion to his patients and his very efficient practice. He proudly spoke of his family. Please take care.
March 5, 2014
We will all miss you so much Rich.
March 5, 2014
Sierra Club close people should know about this if time permits...Lodge knows...Such a great loss.
March 5, 2014
Sorry the hear of your loss, thought the world of Rick, knew him when he first started at Claire Tappan Lodge and as a single before. Met Susan once. He was very devoted to every thing he did, a great friend, such a great loss to everyone.
March 5, 2014
We are sorry to learn of the passing of Richard, but are grateful for his service to our nation as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Ethiopia.
Our Condolences,
The National Peace Corps Association
Michael Mangibuyat
March 4, 2014
Rich, Thank you for trusting in my abilities when I was a new grad...you will be missed. To Susan, Emma and Samantha may the Lord comfort your hearts as only He can.
Love, Michael Mangibuyat and Family
Eddie Torres
March 4, 2014
Rich,
May god bless you, and may your light shine eternally. Thank you for being a part of my PT life. You will be missed by all of us.
With love,
Eddie Torres and family
Rhonda David
March 3, 2014
Although our lives took different paths and I have not seen you in 3 decades I have often thought of you and Susan. You were so kind to me during a time that I was lost. Susan and your beautiful daughters may you find some peace in remembering how much your loved one has touched so many. Hugs.
Linda (Root) Welch
March 3, 2014
Rest in peace classmate "Troy class of 1967" Prayers for the family .
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