Eric Johnson
Died: December 29, 2021 | Place: Victoria Hospital, London
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JOHNSON, Eric…
Eric Maurice Johnson passed away quietly at Victoria Hospital, London, on Wednesday, December 29, 2021, just 5 days after his 77th birthday. Beloved husband of Barbara (nee Buck) Johnson for 55 years. He was the son of the late Floyd and Evelyn Johnson, a dear brother of Andrew Johnson and his wife Tami of BC, and predeceased by his brother Allan Johnson (1998). Much loved brother-in-law of Jean Blackman. Eric is also survived by several nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews.
Eric was a man of many talents. He worked for many years in the transportation industry for Canadian National Railways, London Life and Crawford Packaging. In his spare time he renovated the family home, then sold it, then the process would begin again. Always moving up the property ladder. Eric’s greatest talent however was helping others. Whether it was a home repair, assistance with a project, entertaining the younger relatives, or a lift somewhere, no request was too much trouble. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Cremation has taken place. Friends are welcomed for visiting on Monday, January 10, 2022 from 1:00-2:00 pm at the A. Millard George Funeral Home, 60 Ridout Street South, London, where the funeral service will follow at 2:00 pm in the funeral home chapel. Please call the funeral home between 9:00 am-5:00 pm (519-433-5184) to reserve your spot for the service. As per the directive of the Bereavement Authority of Ontario, a limited number of people can attend. All those attending are required to wear masks and follow COVID-19 protocols. At the family’s request those who are attending are required to be double vaccinated. Proof of vaccination and photo identification will be required. Inurnment in Woodland Cemetery, London. Donations in memory of Eric may be made to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, 1200-2300 Yonge Street, Box 2414, Toronto, ON M4P 1E4 or the Alzheimer Society Southwest Partners, 435 Windermere Road, London, ON N5X 2T1. Online condolences, memories and photographs shared at www.amgfh.com
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My deepest condolences to you Barb. Eric and you were such good friends and we had so many good times together-vacations, dinners, motorcycle trips. So many good memories to treasure. He will be missed.
Dear Barb
So many happy memories of Eric over the years and so many happy memories of spending time over the years with both of you which I have always thought of often.
Big hug
We met over 50 years ago and our friendship grew from there. Our children called you Uncle Eric The many trips we made together, Williamsburg and Sugercreek and the many New Years we brought in together, will always remain with us. He was always there to give us a helping hand and for that we will always be thankful. Rest in peace, dear friend.
Eric Johnson…….. remembrance
It is impossible to begin a tribute in any other way than to say “Eric and Barb”, which in itself is perhaps the greatest testament to Eric who was besotted from the get go with his Barbara. Their example as true partners is inspirational.
My earliest recollection of Eric was as members of the 43rd Boy Scout Troop, a place where early bonds were formed and matured through participation in the Rover Crew. As everyone’s’ lives got busy and ‘Scout Shorts’ were left behind the kinships formed with Rover’s and partners always remained.
Reunions provided opportunities for spouses and girlfriends to bond over wine and giggles frequently at the expense of the guys who were playing poker, or more correctly in my case swiftly losing my allotted $10.00 so the others could get serious about cards. I don’t remember Eric as an avid poker player but rather like me a spectator enjoying a beer and kibitzing on the sidelines.
Eric was a man of many talents that he willingly shared with others and in my case home renovation skills. Perhaps our east London roots along with very tight budgets made us ‘do it yourself’ practitioners. It is not possible for me to wire a receptacle, a switch or sweat a copper joint without Eric’s tutelage being forefront in my thinking. In 1976 Eric and Barb travelled to our aged house in Toronto and Eric and I completely rewired the old knob and tube wiring while Barbara and Nancy disappeared to the shops on Yonge Street, especially the paint, wallpaper and decorating stores.
In more recent years it was always a great pleasure to have a drop in visit from Eric and Barb as they travelled to Prince Edward County past our place at Presqu’ile. A steady friend who provided much appreciated support in darker times and celebrated happy ones.
Nancy and I will miss your presence Eric, but never forget your friendship and kindness. We shall do our best in your honour to support Barbara in any way we can.
Rest in peace….. Steve and Nancy Sinclair
Dearest (auntie) Barb, we are so very sorry for the passing of Eric. He was a genuine person who loved you dearly. We will miss his smiling face.
Love and hugs
I’m sorry we couldn’t be there today to say goodbye. We are thinking of our great-uncle and great-great uncle today. We love you dearly. May you Rest In Peace.
Garrett, Nikki, Evan, and Bella