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Arvid Maurice Johnson Jr.

Arvid Maurice Johnson Jr. obituary, Mazon, IL

Arvid Johnson Obituary

Arvid Maurice Johnson Jr. Arvid Maurice Johnson, Jr. "Maurie", age 75 of Mazon, passed away unexpectedly Saturday morning January 25, 2014. Maurie retired from Caterpillar in Joliet (1960-1999), worked at the Mazon Grain Elevator and served as an EMT and Fireman with Mazon Fire Department and MVK Ambulance. After retirement, he went to work at Wal-Mart in Morris, first as night maintenance, and later moved into a greeter position, which he retired from in2010. Survivors include his wife of 54 years Dolores (nee Misener); eight children: Christine Manning of Bourbonnais, Kathleen Borchelt of Morris, Colleen (Scott) Blair of Ransom, Tim (Jane) Johnson of Kempton, Scott Johnson of Mazon, Carrie (Michael) Coughlin of Mazon, Allison (Joe) Fiedler of Ransom and Andrew Johnson of Mazon; (15) grandchildren; two great grandchildren; siblings: Russell Johnson of Wilmington,Pamela Floyd of Joliet, Wendell (Sharon) Johnson of Morris and Richard (Tina) Johnson of Morris; brothers and sisters-in-law: Arthur (Mary Lou) Misener of Aurora, Joseph (Pat) Misener of Morris and Kevin (Cora) Misener of Marseilles and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Visitation Tuesday, January 28th from 4-8PM at Reeves Funeral Home, 408 East Washington Street in Morris. Funeral Mass will follow Wednesday morning January29th at 10:00AM in Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 600 East Jackson Street in Morris. Burial will be in Mount Carmel Cemetery, Morris. Preferred memorials may be made as gifts in Maurie 's memory to the Mazon Fire Department, MVK Ambulance or to a charity of the donor 's choosing. Guestbook: www.ReevesFuneral.com Funeral services and arrangements have been made under the direction and care of Reeves Funeral Homes, Ltd. in Morris. (815-942-2500)

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Published by Herald-News on Jan. 27, 2014.

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February 6, 2014

so sorry to hear about maury just found out today. thoughts and prayers out to all love dave

Jill Gebel

February 3, 2014

So sorry about your loss. Your Dad always had a big smile and kind words every time I had the pleasure of running into him, I will miss him.

Barbara Harris Doerr

February 3, 2014

Dear Dolores,
I am saddened and shocked to hear of Maurie's demise. Thinking of you and the family. Hoping everyone is gathered together to give love and support.
Always,Barbara (Harris-Doerr)

Beverly Flickner

February 2, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. I remember your wedding. It doesn't seem like it was all that long ago. Where have all the years gone?

Love and prayers,
Beverly (Peart) Flickner

Judy (Peart) Pfeifer

February 2, 2014

So many fond memories of both families. Special condolences to you, Dolores. I remember your lovely wedding very well.

Patty Thompson

January 30, 2014

I send my heartfelt sympathy and prayers to the family of Mr. Johnson. He was a very nice, kind man. I pray for help in your time of loss. He will be missed.

Gary and Judy (Carlson) Kuntz

January 30, 2014

Our sincerest sympathy goes out to the entire family - I grew up with the Johnson family, so recognized the name immediately. You have many wonderful memories to hold close to your hearts; they will sustain you. You are in our thoughts and prayers for healing of your hearts.

Jeffrey kijowski

January 30, 2014

Our thought and prayers are with you. Sorry for your loss.

Ninfa, Aaron & Maria Gonzalez

January 29, 2014

Our deepest sympathy to the entire family. May fond memories of Arvid bring you comfort in these difficult times. Our prayers are with you.

Ginette & Dave Leenerman

January 29, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers for your family.
We worked with Arvid at WalMart and always enjoyed being with him. God bless your family.

Robin Owens-Henning

January 28, 2014

My deepest sympathy to the Johnson family. I had the honor of working with Arvid at Walmart. He was a kind and gentle man. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Mari Ruegsegger

January 28, 2014

Dear Johnson Family,

We were saddened to read the news of your family's loss. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Mari (Kilpatrick) Ruegsegger and family

Amy Shelton

January 27, 2014

Deepest sympathy to your family

Norma Bottomley-Arnsdorff

January 27, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers for the family. "Maurie" was a classmate and unforgettable great guy. No words just hugs and concern.

January 27, 2014

Dolores and family,
May God give you the strength,to get you through this difficult time. Maurie was a solid family man and his passing creates quite a void in your family.
With prayers,
Jerry and Judy Maier Sun Lakes, AZ

Douglas Johnson

January 27, 2014

Aunt (Godmother) Delores and family, I'm so sorry to hear about my Uncle (Godfather) Maurie. God Bless You and the entire family during this difficult time.

Lydia Shelton

January 27, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

sandy coggins

January 26, 2014

sorry for your loss he was a great guy to work with...

Erin Clavey

January 26, 2014

My deepest sympathy. I spent a great deal of time with the Johnson Family growing up and have wonderful memories of Maurie. Keep the love he had for all close and know he was a great man and will be greatly missed.

Lynn and Wayne Warner

January 26, 2014

Dear Delores and Family: so sorry to hear this sad news. Please accept our sincerest sympathy on your loss. Wayne and Maurie always had a lot to talk about and Wayne really liked Maurie. We are currently in Mexico and cannot be with you in this time of remembrance . May God be with you in this hard time.

Ron Clavey

January 26, 2014

I send my deepest sympathy. Maurie was a great guy and I am proud to have known him. Take your best memory of him and hold it close to your heart and he will be with you always.

January 26, 2014

sorry for ur loss jason and angie petersen

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