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Robert Johnson Obituary

Waterford - Robert J. "Bob" Johnson, 75, of Waterford died Sunday, Feb. 23, 2020, at Lawrence and Memorial Hospital in New London. He was born in New Haven, son of the late Percival Johnson and Doris (Laing) Johnson.

Bob graduated in 1962 from Waterford High School and later served proudly in the United States Air Force. Bob retired as an Ironworker out of local 15 in Hartford. He took great pride in being one of the "tough guys" in the sky that constructed buildings and bridges, both locally and afar.

Bob enjoyed his time spent in the seventies coaching East Lyme Little League and in the nineties coaching East Lyme Babe Ruth and later supporting each of his children by attending their sporting events as their number one fan. Bob was also an avid New York Yankee fan seen many of nights speaking loudly at the television while cheering on his team. He adored his wife, the love of his life for 54 years and he truly cherished each and every moment of their life together. Bob enjoyed laughter and was always the life of the party, often the cause of uncontrollable laughter or an occasional jaw drop. Bob will be sadly missed by his family, friends and others that were fortunate to have met him.

He is predeceased by his parents, Percival and Doris (Laing) Johnson; and a brother-in law John Courtney. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Jean (Romeo) Johnson; a brother Kenneth Johnson and his wife Rosemary of Waterford; sister Nancy Courtney of Waterford; son Scott Johnson and fiancée Deborah Ott of Dayville; son Brett Johnson and Meghan Purdue, of Baltimore, Md.; daughter Erica Caswell and husband Marc of North Stonington; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Calling hours will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27, at Thomas L. Neilan and Son Funeral Home, 48 Grand Street, Niantic, with a funeral service to follow at 7 p.m.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Wounded Warrior Fund, 4899 Belfort Road, Suite 300, Jacksonville, FL 32256 https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/donate

The family would also like to extend a huge thank you to the Nurses and Doctors on the 5th Floor CCU unit who compassionately cared for him during the last few days of his life allowing him to pass with dignity.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting www.neilanfuneralhome.com

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

Published by The Day on Feb. 26, 2020.

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Fred Malan

March 1, 2020

Barbara

so sorry to read about Bob's passing

remember him well while growing up on Fog Plain Road and at WHS
he would come over to the house and play basketball, I could never beat him, he was too tall
a good guy who certainly did many good things for people during his life

condolences to you and hope you will be ok

your friends in Plantation, Florida
Fred Malan and Barbara

Paula Beckwith

February 28, 2020

Barbara & Brett, so sorry to hear of Bobs passing, our deepest sympathy to you all~~ Love Paula & Ed Beckwith

Tammy Almeida

February 27, 2020

My heart goes out to Barbara, Scott, and family during this difficult time. May his memory keep forever in your hearts.
God Bless,
Tammy(Romeo)Almeida

William & Jacqueline Beebe

February 27, 2020

Jackie and I are so sorry to learn of the loss of Bob. Our prayers go out to His family and close friends. Bob could always be counted on to bring a smile to those associated with him. He will truly be missed.

Nick Bonadies Sr

February 27, 2020

My condolences to the family of Bob. Although I knew Bob as a brother Ironworker, there was never any doubt he was a unique man. His laughter an serious side was always present, you knew Bob was there,whether on the job, meetings, a group of guys. I'm unable to attend the ceremony for Bob but he will always be remembered. May God bless as he joins our brothers on the " Big One"

Brenda LaValley

February 26, 2020

We are all so sorry to hear about Bob! There are many great memories from earlier years and keeping in touch long distance in later years. His phone calls in December to Aunt Velma will be sorely missed and any other time they talked. The "cousins" and the run-away donkey story has always been entertaining. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Barbara, the kids and all of the families. Love, Brenda and Bob LaValley and Velma Johnson

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Thomas L. Neilan & Sons East Lyme Funeral Home

48 Grand Street, Niantic, CT 06357

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