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Richard “Dick” R. Johnson, 83, passed away with his loving family by his side on Sunday, October 2, 2022, at St. Elizabeth Health Care in Edgewood, KY. He was born on July 30, 1939, in Somerville, NJ to the late Robert and Marian Johnson.
Dick was born and raised in New Jersey. He met the love of his life, Patricia at an early age, marrying her by the time they were nineteen years old. He proudly served in the United States Army and was stationed in Germany for several years. Dick was a truck driver for Van Doren Oil before he retired. For over thirty years, he spent serving his community as a volunteer firefighter for the Hampton Fire Department in Hampton, New Jersey working his way up the ladder to become chief. Dick also worked on the emergency squad and served on the town council. He loved watching football, NASCAR and baseball. He loved his Cincinnati Reds and Cincinnati Bengals. Pat and he raised two wonderful children but were still able to make time to camp and travel. Dick was an exceptional man who would always make you laugh. He touched many lives and met many friends along the way. He was a father, husband, and grandfather who cherished his family and was proud to serve in those roles. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Those left to carry on his legacy are his loving wife of 63 years, Patricia Johnson; daughter, Suzanne (Anthony) Kerr; sister, Doris Cregar; granddaughter, Amanda (Vaughn) Drexelius; great grandchildren, Chloe Johnson, Ethan Daugherty, Lily Johnson; great -great grandson, Parker Johnson and several nieces, nephews and close friends.
Dick is preceded in death by his parents and one son, Steven Johnson.
A gathering of friends and family will be held to honor Dick’s life on Friday, October 14, 2022, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. A memorial service will immediately follow at 7:00 PM at Linnemann Funeral Home 30 Commonwealth Ave Erlanger, KY 41018.
Expressions of sympathy may be made in Dick’s name to the Hampton Fire Co. PO Box 340 Hampton, NJ 08827.
Linnemann Funeral Home Erlanger
30 Commonwealth AvenueERLANGER, KY 41018
Linnemann Funeral Home Erlanger
30 Commonwealth AvenueERLANGER, KY 41018
Richard “Dick” Johnson
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Condolences from PJ and Meredy
One of the highlights each year for me was seeing Mr J, Pat, and Steve at the Truck raffle. You guys are always in my thoughts.
Rest In Peace Diesel
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Jack and Judy Van Doren sending sincere sympathy to Pat and family. Always remember “Santa” at the family Christmas parties. Rest in peace Dick
NHRHS Alumni
The NHRHS Alumni sends their most sincere condolences. May he Rest In Peace.
Linda Creeden
Will miss our times together. R.I.P. Dick.
Brian Hoskinds
Such a wonderful man. I am lucky to have met him and his family and been a part of their lives. Rest easy my friend.
Vicky Mcmullen
He will be greatly missed sharing his chips with Mac at Bob’s
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