Dave Johnson
September 27, 1955 — November 29, 2024
David Everett Johnson, age 69, of Dallas Center Iowa, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Friday, November 29, 2024. He was born the son of Clarence and Dorothy Johnson on September 27, 1955, in Des Moines, Iowa.
He was a proud member of the United Association and Plumbers and Steamfitters Local Union 33, where he worked since age 17. He enjoyed all who he worked with and loved telling stories of the many building projects he was part of. Dave was an avid outdoorsman who loved being in nature and making family memories. He enjoyed being in his timber hunting and trapping, or fishing at his cabin in Northern MN, but also had a passion for animals and would rehabilitate many animals in need. He loved to travel with his wife, whether exploring Alaska or Canada, and sharing stories and experiences that entertained all who would listen. He was an exceptional man, and anyone who met him couldn't help but love him.
He is survived by his wife, Susan Johnson; children, Stephanie (Dillon) Keffer, Nicole (David) Bell and Daniel Johnson; two grandchildren, Brock Keffer and Danielle Bell; siblings Sandy Anthofer, Diane Wadle and Barb (Roger) Lowe and Jeff (Becky) Johnson; In laws Ben Nelson, Mike (Deb) Webster, Sandy (Mike) Kamnikar and Jenny (Zack) Pelletier and numerous nieces and nephews and cousins.
David was preceded in death by his parents Clarence “Pat” Johnson and Dorothy Johnson, and in law’s, Lori Webster, Connie Nelson, Gary Wadle and Paul Anthofer.
Visitation will be held from 9:00-10:45 a.m. Friday, December 6, 2024 at Emmanual United Methodist Church, 1910 Locust Street, Granger Iowa, with a funeral service following at 11:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, contributions would be appreciated to the family for a future purchase of benches made in memory of Dave.
Condolences may be expressed at: www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Brian Fluharty
12/06/2024
So sorry for your loss. Dave was so much more to me than my boss. Our bear hunting trips together and all the years working side by side I will never forget.
Jeff Phillips, SCS Engineers
12/05/2024
Sue and family, I am so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Please know that you all are in our thoughts.
Dale & Karen Fluharty
12/04/2024
We are just devastated to hear of this! Such a wonderful guy. You have so many memories to help get you through this heartbreaking time. I wish we could be there for the service but we are out of the country for another week. We will be thinking and praying for your comfort.
Brian and Lori Parsons
12/04/2024
Jeff, Becky and family,
Brian and I are so sorry to hear of the loss of Dave. Brian enjoyed seeing him at the service award luncheon recently. We are thinking of you during this difficult time.
Carrie Self, Boone County Landfill
12/04/2024
Sue, I'm so sorry for your loss of Dave. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
Jim and Pat McCormick
12/04/2024
Sue: Pat and I are just 'heart broken" to learn of Dave's Passing.... He was truly a very kind and generous guy who gave "selflessly" of his time and talents. He was always putting the needs of others before those of his own.. I will miss our morning 'road side" conversations as he and his 'pet canine" were on their way "to or from" their morning exercise stop on the back road to Granger... Please know that you and your family are in our 'thoughts and prayers" during this difficult time.... RIP Dave..... You were a 'terrific fella".
Debbie Bell
12/03/2024
Dear Susan, We grieve your loss. Dave was a great father and we have loved getting to know you both. Praying for comfort as you walk this unseen road. Much love, Steve and Debbie Bell