Donald Johnson
February 19, 2014
Donald Johnson, 66, was born June 20, 1947 in Des Moines, Iowa, the son of Philip and Nora (Jones) Johnson. He passed away at his home in Urbandale from an unexpected heart attack on February 19, 2014.
Donald graduated from North High School and worked for Meredith/R.R. Donnelly Printing for 35 years. He loved attending the Iowa State Fair and was a member of the Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon 1854 Society. He collected NASCAR, was a hot rod enthusiast, and he was a fan of the Iowa Cubs and the Iowa State Cyclones.
Donald loved caring for and spoiling his granddaughter, Annie, and cherished the time he spent with his family.
Donald is survived by his wife of 40 years, Linda; children, Chris Johnson and Cari (Travis) Wasmund; granddaughter, Annie Wasmund; as well as other loving family and many special friends. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, February 24, 2014 at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines, with burial to follow at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. The family will greet friends one hour prior to service time at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Donald.
Condolences for the family may be offered online at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Karen Radke
02/25/2014
Linda,
I was so so sad to hear the news that your sweet, funny, companion of 40 years had passed away. I know he was those things to you, because he was the same with all the rest of the world. I feel we've lost our "Santa Claus", the man who always had a chuckle and a smile, and was forever good with the world. Not to mention how he loved his little granddaughter. I'm praying for you and your family.
scott jackson
02/24/2014
Linda, Chris & Cari
I am very sorry to hear of Don's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this trying time.
Kathy OMalley
02/24/2014
Chris and Family,
Our prayers are with you and your family during this time. If your Dad was anything like you Chris, I am sure he was a great man and will be missed. Peace be with you at this time.
Larry Stumbo
02/24/2014
I am sorry to read about Don's passing. If I remember correctly Don was shy in high school.I graduated from high school with him.
Patrick Collins
02/23/2014
Linda, Chris & Cari, I am very sorry to hear about your loss. Don was a great man and I have many fond memories of times spent with him (and all of you). You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Ron and Teckla Miller
02/22/2014
Linda, we are so sorry to hear about Don. We are out of town and just heard today. Memories of spending time with both of you will always be cherished. You, Chris, Cari, Travis and Annie are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mark and Cheryl DePhillips
02/22/2014
Linda, Chris, Cari, Travis, Annie:
We are so sorry for your loss. We remember Don for his jolly laugh and good sense of humor. Don was always a great supporter of us in all of our sporting events growing up. I'll always cherish the times I spent at your house and on the boat at Saylorville Lake. Don always made me feel welcome and a part of the family. You are all in our thought and prayers.
Mary Lou McMurry
02/22/2014
Linda, so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Don was a great guy!
Gary Weyer
02/21/2014
I'm sorry for your loss. Don was a
good guy and a pleasure to be
around at work. We spent many
years working together at Meredith and RRD. I'm sure many people will feel the
emptiness of his lost presence.
Peace be with you at this time.
Pete and Karen DePhillips
02/21/2014
Dear Linda, Chris, Cari, Travis & Annie.....we are deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your beloved husband, father & grandpa. We will always remember Don as a good- natured man with a wonderful sense of humor. His smile and laugh was contagious. He will be greatly missed. We wish you all the strength, courage and peace during this difficult time, and may all your loving memories help ease your sorrow. God bless you all.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Al, Mona, Teresa, Jason Fiscus
02/21/2014
Linda, Chris and Cari,
We were so very sorry to hear of Don's passing. We have some very fond memories at Highland Park LL. Please know that we will hold your family in our prayers. God bless.
The Curry Family
02/21/2014
Dear Chris and family. Our prayers are with all of you.
Terri Buban-Davis
02/21/2014
Linda words are not enough to say how sorry I am for you and the family, If you need anything let me know. Don was a great person and will be greatly missed
Joseph Toubes
02/21/2014
Linda, if there is anything I can do for you, please do not hesitate to let me know. Don graduated in my graduation class at North in 1965. You and your family are in my prayers.
Joe
Bryan Butcher
02/21/2014
Linda, and family... I didn't know Don personally, but met him several times in the hallways of North High. When I did see him, he was always smiling, and I could sense joy in his heart that he was proud, and happy with the life he had with you. He will be missed, but know he is smiling on the other side of this life, and will be for all eternity.