C. E. "Pete" Johnson
November 26, 2013
C.E. “Pete” Johnson, 70, passed away with his family nearby on Tuesday, November 26, 2013 after a brief heart ailment. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, November 30, at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 1026 N. 8th Ave. in Winterset, IA at 10:00 a.m. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, November 29 at Hamilton’s on Westown Parkway, 3601 Westown Parkway in West Des Moines.
Pete was born on May 24, 1943 in Osceola, IA to Juanita (McBee) and Warren Johnson. He graduated from Valley High School in 1961. Pete retired from the West Des Moines Police Department as a Sergeant in 1998 after 28 years of service. He married Vicki Reese in 1999 and they enjoyed spending time on their farm in Madison County. Pete enjoyed sports, was a devoted fan to the Chicago Bears and Cubs; and was a member of the Iowa State Police Association. But he loved most, cooking for his family and friends, gardening, fishing and time on the farm.
He is survived by his wife, Vicki; his mother, Juanita Johnson-Nusbaum; his children, Sam Johnson, Charlie (Cindy) Johnson, Anne (Trevor) Catron, Jake Johnson, Sara Johnson, Maggie (Erik) Levasseur, Bernard Johnson, Ernie (Sara) Johnson, and Luke (Carolyn) Johnson; 17 grandchildren; 1 great-grandchild; several cousins; 5 nephews; and 1 niece. Pete was preceded in death by his infant son, Jefferson; and his father, Warren Johnson.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family. Online condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
AUNT ALICE FAMILY
11/28/2013
SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT PETE- THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU-JUANITA THINKING OF YOU
Phil & Linda Shelburg
11/27/2013
Vicki & Family
We're so very sorry to hear about Pete. Our thoughts will be with you through this difficult time.
Christie Thielman
11/28/2013
I was so sad to hear of Pete's passing. Keep all the good memories close to your heart as they will help you through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Kathy Klein
11/27/2013
Maggie, I'm so very sorry to hear this sad news. May your fondest memories give you strength during this difficult time.
Gary Stull
11/27/2013
So long Pete, till we meet again.
Shirley Wallace
11/26/2013
It was brief that we meet, not that long ago, like your life here on earth. I am sure that your time was well spent with friends and family, and your beautiful garden, like the brief time we meet. Friends and family that you leave behind well grieve and have you in their hearts forever.