John Johnson
October 27, 1983 ~ June 28, 2015
John Russell Johnson, beloved son, devoted husband and loyal friend passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 28, 2015 at the age of 31.
John was born to Don and Shelda (Shoultz) Johnson on October 27, 1983 in Redfield, SD. He graduated from Redfield High School in 2002 and attended Northern State University.
John was a talented salesman and passionate about the industry he worked. While early in his career, he took a post in Fargo, and quickly made it his home. He established business colleagues and long time friends across the greater Midwest selling for a myriad of wholesalers and distributors.
John married his best friend and partner, Laura, on October 7, 2011. Together they built a family, home, and established lifelong friends. The two adopted Caddy, a small puppy, in August 2013.
John was an avid golfer, fisherman, and hunter. He enjoyed swinging his clubs with the ‘old men’s’ golf group, weekend rounds with his best friends, and invites into the many tournaments during the summers. He would travel every fall to his home in Redfield to hunt with friends. John also spent much time on the water trying to pull his catch of the day.
John was preceded by his father, Don Johnson; grandparents; uncles; aunts; and cousin, Aaron.
He is survived by his wife, Laura Johnson (Fargo, ND); mother, Shelda Johnson (Redfield, SD); siblings, Brian Johnson (Alexandria, MN), David Johnson (Portland, ME), Clara Anne McFarland (Portland, OR), Susan Evans (Portland, OR) and Jennifer Eggars (Walla Walla, WA); seven beloved nephews; and many cousins and friends.
A memorial service will be held for John at Boulger Funeral Home & Celebration of Life Center at 10:00 am on Friday, July 3, 2015. Visitation will be from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm on Thursday, July 2 at Boulger Funeral Home.
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Although i didn’t see you much after you graduated and your wedding. You were one that never could be forgotten. You will be missed John and i will miss those big hugs and that infectious smile! God bless and rest in peace.
Shelda and family,
We are so sorry for you loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Keep his memories close to your heart and he will be with you always till you see him again in Heaven.
Allan and Sandy Lewis
Shelda, My condolences! Am so sorry to hear of your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you!!
Shelda and family, so sorry to hear of your loss. May the memories you have help to give you peace and comfort during this time.
RIP to the most kind-hearted, sarcastic funny, and gentle man in the class of ’02
Shelda! I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. May the memories of John, the love of your family and friends help you to get through this most difficult time.
I don’t think I saw or even talked to John after high school graduation, but no one could ever forget such a funny, caring guy. I’m shocked that he’s gone. I hope his family and friends can find peace. He will be missed.
So sorry for your loss of John. You and the family are in our thoughts and prayers.
John was an amazing friend growing up. Being neighbors for so long he became part of the family. He was always there when I needed a friend. There was very rarely an open chair in our house. It’s been a long time since I’ve seen him but my heart aches now that we have lost him. Another amazing guy taken to soon.
You are in our thoughts and prayers, you will always have him in your heart and memories.
Shelda and Family
We are so sorry about your loss…Thinking of you
Peggy and Dan
So sorry to hear of John’s untimely passing. He will be missed by the entire Shoultz Family!
Shelda, so sorry for your loss! I was 2 grades above John in school, but i have a ton of memories of him growing up and beyond highschool. I will never forget his giant bear hugs he used to give me or the laughter and fun he created by just being himself! He will be greatly missed for many many reasons! It still hasnt completely hit me he is now gone forever and I will never get another hug, laugh, smile or hello how have you been lately, from him, something i always got when we ran into each other back home in Redfield! Many memories i will never forget and will always hold onto! A ton of those instances have constantly been going through my mind the last few days. Please know you raised a great person and he was loved by many! You and your family have all of my condolences today, tomorrow and all the days to follow. Fly high my dear friend, RIP and watch over all of us left here! ♡♡♡
I will always remember you as the little boy who would come over to visit me in the trailer court. You could barely see over the table, but as always….”I just want to tell you something!”. I cherished those visits. It was great re-connecting with you when you were my Mom’s neighbor in Aberdeen. May you finally find peace.
My most gracious sympathy to all the family.
Shelda and Family- no words can express how sorry I was to learn of John’s passing. He was taken way too soon, May he rest in peace. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Sarah Roseland Trygstad, Class of ’02
I am so sorry for your loss. These things are so difficult and hard to comprehend. Thoughts and prayers to you all. Minute by minute.
Dear shelda and family I was shocked and saddened to hear of Johns passing. He was a very sincere and kind hearted peraon. Prayers of strength and peace be with all of you. Rip john
Shelda and family, I’m so sorry for your loss!!!! You all are in my prayers!!
My thoughts & prayers are with John’s family & friends!! May the wonderful memories you have of this fun loving young man help you through this very difficult time!
John, you are so loved by every member of this family. I never saw you without a smile or a good word to say about someone or something. You presence in our midst will be sorely missed. We love you. The McNeals and Camilo Alba
He was so very, very special
and was so from the start.
You held him in your arms
But mainly in your heart.
And like a single drop of rain
That on still waters fall
His life did ripples make
And touched the lives of all.
He’s gone to be with angels
In heaven up above.
So keep your special memories
And treasure them with love.
Although your special loved one
Was with you just a while
He will live on in your heart
With a sweet remembered smile.
Shelda and Brian,
Our hearts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.
Verna, Ron and family
Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you in both families at this time of loss. John was truly one of the kindest and strongest individuals… and we were blessed to know him through his love for Laura.
Laura~ my heart is just squished. You always spoke so fondly of your friend, your husband. Just know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this incredibly trying time. May you draw on everyone around you to support and cushion you. Sending you strength and love. Kirstin
Shelda, Bill and Brian, I am so sorry for you loss.. Aw Johnny always brightened up everything when he was growing up and any time he came home.. I do not ever remember a time when he would see me and would come right over even if I was leaving or just driving up.. There he was giving me my bear hugs!! I will miss that and not seeing him until we all travel down that road. Rest now Johnny.. I LOVE YOU! I am so grateful to have you all as my neighbors!
John will be missed. Loved the big smile and always made me laugh. My prayers are with you all.
So very sorry for the loss of your husband and son! Our son, Matthew, has been a close friend of John’s since college. They were in each other weddings. John was like a brother to him. We met him years ago. He was one of those character that everyone liked. May he rest in peace and may the good Lord help you guys through this loss.
where ever you go man you’ll always be remembered. Rest in peace brother
I was introduced to John through my son Tyler Livingston…..He instantly stole my heart…..A gentleman, fun, giving, and just so easy to talk to…..I am blessed to have gotten to know him….even though for a brief time……I will close with this; what is life? It is the flash of a firefly in the night. It is the breath of a Buffalo in the wintertime. It is the little shadow that runs across the grass and loses itself in the sunset…..until we meet in Heaven John…..
John was the most genuine and caring individual I have had the pleasure of calling my friend. He would always approach me, after not seeing each other for a while, with a hug and a pleasant comment. I cannot think of a time I saw John without a smile on his face. His laugh was easy to pick out in a room and contagious. You couldn’t help but laugh or smile when he was in your presence. The world will have fewer laughs and fewer great memories without John, but heaven will have that many more as a result of his passing. John’s light hearted perspective on life is a great indication of who he was as a person, and I plan to adopt his charismatic attitude and demeanor into my own personal mind set in order to better myself and my relationships. John will continue to stay with us for many years to come, as we remember his jokes and tell stories of John that will lift our spirits, as we celebrate the life of a truly outstanding individual.
Shelda and Family,
So sorry for your loss, John was like a son to me, I have fond memories of him. He always will have a special place in my heart. He was the type of person who would do anything he could to help a person out. I saw a lot of his father in him. I will always remember the times he would just stop by to say hi. Now he will be able to golf and fish with his Dad. He will be missed greatly.
Laura, My heartfelt sympathy.
Marla.
To the family of John: Sending my thoughts and prayers with you at this sorrowful time. John always had a smile on his face, and was so outgoing. He had such a friendly demeanor to him, I’ve only seen him a few times since High School, but he was easy to pick up a conversation with. I hope you find peace in all the happy times you had with him. Many Prayers. Amanda (Swanson) Evans. “Class of 02”
I am deeply saddened by the loss of one of best people I have encountered in my life. He leaves behind a legacy of love and laughter with anyone he has come in contact with and he will be missed dearly. Praying for peace and healing for his family and friends. My sincere and heartfelt condolences to you at this very difficult time.
Our deepest sympathy’s to his wife Laura and family…
John was one of our reps for a while and we always enjoyed seeing his smiling face and passion for his work. He did golf in our annual golf tournament in the past and it was a lot of fun to have him play.
Taken too soon, but will be in our thoughts forever!
RIP John…
Shelda, I am sorry to here about your son. This is never an easy things to go thru. You hang in there and remember God wants some of in his heaven sooner than others. Take care.
So sorry to hear this news Laura. I just got back in town and please call me if you feel like talking. 218-443-3162.
Please rest peacefully
shelda and family, so sorry to hear about john. i really don’t even know what to say except that sam and I are thinking of you! what a wonderful young man you raised! You have so many wonderful memories of John. I wish I could be there to give you a hug but remember thoughts and prayers are with you!
Shelda I am so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers!! Cherish the memories!! You were so proud of your boys always enjoyed you sharing what you were doing with them. Take care dear friend!!!
Laura, I am so sorry to hear about your husband death. Please accept my sincere sympathy. My thoughts are with you.
My prayers and condolences go out the the family of Johnny. His positive attitude, smile, laugh would always bring happiness whenever he came to visit us at work. I was lucky to have him as a sales representative and a friend, we all loved hearing his stories. He will be missed greatly by many in our industry and I will never forget his laugh, big smile and his dedication to the industry.
Deepest sympathies Shelda & family. So sorry for your loss. Hugs & prayers.
Laura ,John was a very special person we will miss him greatly.
John was one of the special charismatic gifts God sends the world. We are better for knowing him. Blessings to his family. Love, Jean, Laura and Natalie from Weivoda Carpet Girl, GF
Shelda and family, we are so very sorry for your lose. Keep his memories close and remember the good time. Prayers being sent. Our thoughts and sympathy.
Shields sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Laura,
I am so sorry you’re having to go through this. I wish I had words to take your pain and grief away. Known that support is all around you, take good care.
I want to pass along my condolences to LAURA JOHNSON and BRIAN JOHNSON.
I always looked forward to John coming to town to show new flooring products, sharing a laugh, a beverage and maybe even a round of golf after work. We always gave each other a little good humored jab followed up with an “I love you brother, you know that right?” The guy was a genuine good hearted dude and will be deeply missed but never forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Although I just got to know John this past year, I made a very good friend in the
flooring industry. Meeting him was not hard to do since I was very good friends
with his brother Brian before. The Johnson Brothers are a very special to me
in the years of buying flooring from them. I will miss my newest wood flooring
rep. RIP
I am sorry for your loss.
So sorry for your loss. You have our prayers
Just wanted to express my condolences for the loss of John, I have gotten to know him over the last couple years through my job at Carpet World in Bismarck. John was always smiling, laughing and joking when he stopped in to see us and I will miss his visits. He was truly a genuine fun guy to be around. Once again I am sincerely sorry for your loss.