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Richard Alan Johnson

1947 - 2020

Richard Alan Johnson obituary, 1947-2020, Colorado Springs, CO

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1947

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2020

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Richard Johnson Obituary

RICHARD ALAN JOHNSON
January 25, 1947 September 21, 2020
Richard "Dick" Johnson passed peacefully on September 21, 2020 after a courageous two-year battle with cancer.
Born in Grand Island, NE Dick developed a life-long passion for sports, first as an athlete and then as a coach. He built a wonderful career in education, teaching business and computer courses for 17 years before joining Colorado Springs School District 11 where he served as Director of Information Services until his retirement in 2006.
Dick loved lighthouses, road trips, carpentry, and music, and was a passionate advocate for animals. He also enjoyed researching his family's genealogical history which he captured in a book.
Dick will be missed by many. He is survived by his wife of 37 years, Beverly Johnson; his children Shawn (Leah) Johnson, Russell (Sian) Ashenden, Brandy (Dan) Bertram; his siblings Dana Keck, Debi Johnson, Douglas Johnson; and many much loved grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
A complete obituary can be found online at wwwcappadonafh.com. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Published by The Gazette on Sep. 25, 2020.
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We miss you Dick.

Russ

September 19, 2021

russell ashenden

October 1, 2020

He was a little league coach in Grand Island, along with his father. His Brother Doug was the talented catcher, and I a clumsy 10 year old. The Johnson's, especially Dick, were very kind and helpful as coaches, tutors, and as people. I shall always remember how they carried themselves.
Great people, great positive role models--especially Dick. My Condolences to the family.

Bob Wagoner

Student

September 28, 2020

Dick was a friend from junior high and high school in Grand Island. We shared many memories of sports and academics. We partnered for the senior high science fair focusing on solar energy. When we last visited, Dick said he had installed solar panels on his roof in Colorado Springs. We played lots of baseball together. We had a whiffle-ball series one summer in junior high, learning how to hit a curve ball. We later played legion ball together, participating on the state championship team in 1964. I enjoyed catching up at our infrequent reunions. My sympathy to Beverly and family on Dick's passing.

Dick Vautravers

Dick Vautravers

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September 25, 2020

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