Louis “Lou” R. Johnson, 91, passed away peacefully Monday, February 11, 2019 at Timber Oaks Assisted Living in Union Grove, WI lovingly surrounded by his children. Lou was born on April 17, 1927 in the house he grew up in Racine, WI to Gordon and Anna (Nee: Heidenreich) Johnson. He was united in marriage to Dolores Benson on August 13, 1955.
Louis served in the United States Navy 1945-46 on the medical transport ship the USS “Solace.” He was a traveling salesman for Gerber Baby Foods for over thirty years. In his spare time, Lou loved spending time with his family and friends, enjoying the natural beauty of the world around him and walking along the lake front. Some of his favorite past time activities were wood carving, playing Schafskopf (Sheepshead), singing with the Racine Dairy Statesmen as well singing with the choir at St. John Nepomuk Catholic Church and playing in their bell choir.
Lou will be deeply missed by his 7 children, Debra (Robert) Johnson Oertel, Karen (Bruce) Jones, David Johnson, Eileen (Jeff) Collins, Lisa (Marco) Johnson Gelenian, Julie Johnson, William Johnson, 9 grandchildren Aaron, Laura, Ryan, Alexis, Andrew, Leanna, Danny, Kai, Lucine and 3 great grandchildren, Tamir, Alona and Everett as well as many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife – Dolores, 4 brothers, Father Gordon, Earl, Ed and Lornie and 3 sisters, Sister Dorothy (Mercy), Violet and Mabel and 1 infant daughter, Elizabeth.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 8, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John Nepomuk Catholic Church, 1903 Green Street. The family will receive guests at the church on Friday, March 8, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service. Burial will be at Holy Cross Cemetery following services. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. John Nepomuk Catholic Church.
The family would like to express their deepest gratitude to the amazing staff – and residents – of Timber Oaks Assisted Living, Union Grove, WI. We can’t imagine a more kind, caring and professional “home” for Dad to have spent his time.
We are so sorry for your loss. When this happens in our family we need more than human strength. God and his Son can provide what we need. Please review these scriptures : John 5:28-29 “Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice 29 and come out, those who did good things to a resurrection of life, and those who practiced vile things to a resurrection of judgment.” Revelation 21:4 “And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes,and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.”
Hello. I’m Sheila and I am sending my condolences on your recent loss. I am one of Jehovah’s Witnesses and would like to share a scripture. You will be surprised to find that in the Bible at Acts 24:15 it says, “There is going to be a resurrection.” Along with God’s promise to us at Revelation 21:3, 4 of sorrow, death, and pain being done away with permanently.
It is my hope that this bit of information is of comfort to you. Please be sure to find videos, movies, articles, and even an online Bible – all free of charge for your use, along with information on the resurrection, and current events on JW.ORG
May God be with you.
Sincerely,
Sheila M. Robinson
To all of my cousins……
When you gather at Uncle Louie’s funeral please know I too will be in thought and prayer of my
dear God Father.
I remember him as a lovely father to you all.
He was a kind sweet gentle man who loved singing
It was a gift to have him as a part of our lives.
Oh thank you Barb 🙂
What a sweet, sweet message. Dad loved his family sooooo much.
Thank you!
Lisa
May God comfort and guide you during this difficult time; and may the “peace of God that surpasses all understanding guard your heart and your mental powers”. Philippians 4:7.