Vernon J. Johnson

vernon johnson

July 13, 1919 ~ February 12, 2022

Born in: Pueblo, Colorado
Resided in: Pueblo, Colorado

Service for Vernon Johnson:

Vernon J. Johnson passed away on Feb. 12, 2022, at the age of 102. He was the son of immigrants from Finland, Mary Irene (Lindstrom) Johnson and Andrew Johnson. Preceded in death by wife, Jenny (Baylis) Johnson. Survived by daughter, Debbie (Doug) Tihonovich; sons, John Johnson and Christopher Johnson; grandson, Devin Tihonovich; and special cousins, Pamela (Jim) McCormick, Kim Bauman and Talan Bauman of Denver.
Vernon was a WWII veteran who served in Japan, Australia, New Guinea and the Philippines.
He retired from CF&I Steel Corporation after 34 years. He loved playing golf and played up into his 90s. Vernon was a member of Rocky Mountain Baptist Church. Special thanks to Sangre de Cristo Hospice for all their support.
Viewing 9:30 a.m., followed by the funeral service at 10:30 a.m. Friday, February 18, in the Montgomery & Steward Funeral Chapel. Private interment with military honors. Memorials may be made to Sangre de Cristo Hospice or the charity of your choice. Online condolences, www.MontgomerySteward.com

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Viewing: February 18, 2022 9:30 am - 10:30 am

Montgomery & Steward Funeral Chapel
1317 N. Main Street
Pueblo, CO 81003

719-542-1552
http://www.montgomerysteward.com

Funeral Service: February 18, 2022 10:30 am

Montgomery & Steward Funeral Chapel
1317 N. Main Street
Pueblo, CO 81003

719-542-1552
http://www.montgomerysteward.com

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  1. MR Johnson was a good man. I remember him well from my days at Temple. He always was pleasant to talk to and share a joke.

  2. Enjoyed many a golf round with Vern and his fellowship at Temple Baptist Church. Debbie, John and family our condolences on your lost, may God give you peace during this time, knowing that we will again fellowship with Vern in heaven.


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