John was one of my best friends since we were in primary in the old Smithfield 1st ward and all the way through until he passed--what a great friend he was in every way; Goodbye my dear friend. I still visit with his wife Becky once or twice a year--she seems to be doing well.
John Johnson was an outstanding person in every way. I could see that when I was only in third grade. My mother told me I could invite some friends for a birthday party. I invited several girls but my mother was surprised when I only invited one boy--John Johnson. She tried to convince me to invite some other boys. John came to my party even though there were not any other boys. He was polite and didn't make me feel bad in any way. He was always an gentleman to everyone.
I was in many classes with John. He was always at the top in all aspects of life--including popularity and leadership. I know John is doing a great work on the other side. He was called home because he was needed over there. I know John is missed by many, many people, including me.
Oct. 13, 2004
Salt Lake City
Salt Lake County
Utah, USA
John Vurgal Johnson was born in Smithfield, Utah, the son of Samuel Hansen Johnson and Venna Holliday, his early childhood and school years were spent there. He graduated from Sky View High School and Utah State University; and he served in the Guatemala El Salvador mission for two years.
On September 12, 1969, he married Rebecca Harris, the daughter of Robert Harris and Virginia Snow. She was born January 2, 1950.
They lived for several years in Nibley, moving to Millville in 1983. John is employed as Production Manager at Cache Industries. He served as Bishop of the Millville Third Ward, and Becky is teaching Primary.
Both John and Becky have held many church positions and have also helped on numerous community projects. They enjoy camping and outdoor activities.
Their children are: Jennifer, John T. (deceased), Shane R., Quinn S., Lance B., Jeremy S. and Landen H.
Obituary from the Deseret News, October 17, 2004
On Wednesday October 13, 2004, John Johnson passed from this life at the LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City, after a sudden onset of Meningitis. His family felt it a great blessing and comfort to be able to spend his last hours with him.
He was born on January 7th 1948 to Samuel Hansen Johnson and Venna Holliday Johnson, in Logan, Utah.
He is survived by his wife Becky. One daughter Jennifer (Kirk) Hamilton, and five sons, Shane R, Quinn S. (Tennille), Lance B. (Tammy), Jeremy S. (Fiance Stephany Fellows) and Landen H. Johnson; his grandchildren: Andrew, Alexis, Kaci, Konor and Paityn Hamilton, Tyler Johnson and two more joining us in the next few weeks. John is also survived by his brothers: S. Garth Johnson (Geraldine), Calvin H. Johnson (VonDella), and older sister Lois Atkinson (Brenton), his mother and father-in-law Robert G. and Virginia Harris, many nieces, nephews, brothers and sisters-in-law that were very dear to him. He was preceded in death by his son John Tyler Johnson and his parents Samuel and Venna Johnson.
Funeral services will be held Monday, October 18th at 12:00 p.m. at the Providence South Stake Center, 360 East 450 North in Millville. Viewings will be held Sunday, October 17th from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Allen-Hall Mortuary, 34 East Center in Logan and Monday from 10 - 11:30 a.m. at the Stake Center. Interment will be in the Millville Cemetery.
The family would like to express appreciation to Dr. Glenn O. Mortensen who is not only the family doctor but a very special friend, also to the many Doctors, nurses and staff that cared for John so compassionately at Logan Regional and LDS Hospitals.
In lieu of flowers John would prefer that you help bring happiness to a child by making a donation to the "Make-A-Wish Foundation" of Utah by calling 262-Wish.
Ed Harris
John was one of my best friends since we were in primary in the old Smithfield 1st ward and all the way through until he passed--what a great friend he was in every way; Goodbye my dear friend. I still visit with his wife Becky once or twice a year--she seems to be doing well.
Vicky Covey (Clark)
John Johnson was an outstanding person in every way. I could see that when I was only in third grade. My mother told me I could invite some friends for a birthday party. I invited several girls but my mother was surprised when I only invited one boy--John Johnson. She tried to convince me to invite some other boys. John came to my party even though there were not any other boys. He was polite and didn't make me feel bad in any way. He was always an gentleman to everyone.
I was in many classes with John. He was always at the top in all aspects of life--including popularity and leadership. I know John is doing a great work on the other side. He was called home because he was needed over there. I know John is missed by many, many people, including me.
Wayne Carlson
I have been so out of touch. I didn't know that John had passed. A great person and a friend that we will all remember with fondness.
Christine Hughey (Partington)
Obituary from Find A Grave Memorial
Smithfield
Cache County
Utah, USA
Salt Lake City
Salt Lake County
Utah, USA
John Vurgal Johnson was born in Smithfield, Utah, the son of Samuel Hansen Johnson and Venna Holliday, his early childhood and school years were spent there. He graduated from Sky View High School and Utah State University; and he served in the Guatemala El Salvador mission for two years.
On September 12, 1969, he married Rebecca Harris, the daughter of Robert Harris and Virginia Snow. She was born January 2, 1950.
They lived for several years in Nibley, moving to Millville in 1983. John is employed as Production Manager at Cache Industries. He served as Bishop of the Millville Third Ward, and Becky is teaching Primary.
Both John and Becky have held many church positions and have also helped on numerous community projects. They enjoy camping and outdoor activities.
Their children are: Jennifer, John T. (deceased), Shane R., Quinn S., Lance B., Jeremy S. and Landen H.
Obituary from the Deseret News, October 17, 2004
On Wednesday October 13, 2004, John Johnson passed from this life at the LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City, after a sudden onset of Meningitis. His family felt it a great blessing and comfort to be able to spend his last hours with him.
He was born on January 7th 1948 to Samuel Hansen Johnson and Venna Holliday Johnson, in Logan, Utah.
He is survived by his wife Becky. One daughter Jennifer (Kirk) Hamilton, and five sons, Shane R, Quinn S. (Tennille), Lance B. (Tammy), Jeremy S. (Fiance Stephany Fellows) and Landen H. Johnson; his grandchildren: Andrew, Alexis, Kaci, Konor and Paityn Hamilton, Tyler Johnson and two more joining us in the next few weeks. John is also survived by his brothers: S. Garth Johnson (Geraldine), Calvin H. Johnson (VonDella), and older sister Lois Atkinson (Brenton), his mother and father-in-law Robert G. and Virginia Harris, many nieces, nephews, brothers and sisters-in-law that were very dear to him. He was preceded in death by his son John Tyler Johnson and his parents Samuel and Venna Johnson.
Funeral services will be held Monday, October 18th at 12:00 p.m. at the Providence South Stake Center, 360 East 450 North in Millville. Viewings will be held Sunday, October 17th from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Allen-Hall Mortuary, 34 East Center in Logan and Monday from 10 - 11:30 a.m. at the Stake Center. Interment will be in the Millville Cemetery.
The family would like to express appreciation to Dr. Glenn O. Mortensen who is not only the family doctor but a very special friend, also to the many Doctors, nurses and staff that cared for John so compassionately at Logan Regional and LDS Hospitals.
In lieu of flowers John would prefer that you help bring happiness to a child by making a donation to the "Make-A-Wish Foundation" of Utah by calling 262-Wish.
Aaron Barson