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Thomas Johnson

03/26/1940 - 09/12/2025

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03/26/1940

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09/12/2025

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Sep. 27, 2025

1:00 p.m.

Little River United Church of Christ

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Thomas Johnson Obituary

Thomas Fontaine Johnson, 85, of Annandale, VA, passed away peacefully on September 12, 2025, in Fairfax, VA, surrounded by family. Born March 26, 1940, in Galesburg, IL, Tom grew up in Schenectady, NY, earned a degree in History from Union College, and a Master's in Political Science from Freie Universität Berlin. A career diplomat, he served 24 years in the Foreign Service with postings in Washington, Paraguay, Germany, Liberia, and Mexico, followed by two decades at the Department of State. A longtime member of Little River United Church of Christ, CSA, Lions Club, and DACOR, Tom will be remembered for his love of history, travel, and friendships worldwide. Survived by wife Carolyn, children Patrick and Suzanne, and five grandchildren. Predeceased by son Erik. Memorial service September 27, 1 p.m., LRUCC.

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Published by The Washington Post on Sep. 21, 2025.

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