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Benny Johnson Obituary
Benny was born on December 12, 1939 to Bert and Maxine Johnson in Shenandoah, Iowa. He received a Bachelor's degree in secondary education, majoring in mathematics, from Northwest Missouri State University, Maryville, MO in 1961. He earned his Master's degree from the University of Northern Colorado in 1979. Colonel Johnson completed the Squadron Officers School at Maxwell Air Force, AL, Air Command and Staff College and National Security Management University. He joined the Air Force in 1962, he then transferred to the Air Force Reserve and retired in 1992.
He was a member of Ascension Lutheran Church and was very active with many organizations including TKE (Fraternity), MOAA (Military Officers Association of America), VFW (Veterans of Foreign Wars), and American Legion. Benny had a generous heart and supported many other charities. He also enjoyed bowling, golfing, traveling, ballroom dancing and family.
He is survived by his loving wife, Cheryl Krebs Johnson; his sons, Matthew Johnson and James Brett Todd; daughters, Anna Walker and Catherine Jolley; 7 grandchildren; and 7 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Bert Johnson; his mother, Maxine Morelock; stepfather, Wayne Morelock; sister, Barbara Dowling; first wife, Shirley Pressel; and second wife, Nancy Johnson.
Services will be held Friday, June 3, at 10:30 am at Ascension Lutheran Church, 2505 North Circle Drive. A light lunch will follow the service.
He loved us all and we loved him - he will be missed as he lives in the stars with God.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to either: JR ROTC Scholarship fund through MOAA, Contact information: Jeff Wetjen 719-481-9372; or Ascension Lutheran Church Endowment Fund,
www.ascensionlutheranelca.
org/endowment/info.shtml.
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Ronald Gustafson
May 23, 2025
A good man, a good boss and a good friend who I will be joining shortly. Best to you Ben. Ron Gustafson
Jonathan johnson
September 18, 2024
I'm sorry grandfather my dad has been good father thinks rip
Katie Kruger
June 11, 2016
Cheryl,
I'm so sorry to hear of Benny's death and sorry that we missed the funeral. We'll miss Benny's friendliness and smiling face.
Katie, Laurel, and Charlie Kruger
Sandy Milne
June 9, 2016
Benny was a joyful person and genuinely cared about people. I'll never forget the support and kindness he gave to me over the years at Ford/Loral/Lockheed. God bless you Benny. My sincere sympathy to all the family.
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June 5, 2016
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family at this difficult time. Please find peace in knowing that God understands your grief and that He cares. ~1 Peter 5:6, 7
May 31, 2016
Ben was my section manager for several years and we always took time to discuss his collection of Bisley's. He will be missed by us all. My thoughts go out to his entire family.
Bill Sayles
Charlene Wilson
May 31, 2016
Being 14 years younger and shorter than him.I always looked up to and respected Ben, of course most people had to look up to him. Whenever, we were together we would tease each other. I miss my dear cousin, but lots of sweet memories. Thoughts & prayers to Cheryl and family.
Ronald Gustafson
May 31, 2016
Ben rehired me after a years layoff. We always had a real fine relationship. He will be missed. I'm not in town and feel bad I will miss the ceremony. My sincere sympathy to all the family.
Norm Stegeman
May 30, 2016
Sorry to have to say goodbye to a good boss and good friend. You always had our backs at work. My sympathy to the family.
Toni Logan
May 30, 2016
During the 70's Benny and my late husband worked together through the Air Force. We were casual friends, but he was so kind to attend my husband's memorial in 2013 and I will never forget the kindness he showed. So sorry for you loss.
Phil Hosmer
May 29, 2016
Benny and I go back to the summer of 1962 when we were in the same flight at Air Force Officer Training School. Benny was our flight leader and he did an excellent job helping us endure 12 rigorous weeks during a miserable San Antonio heat wave. We were best of friends through OTS and maintained contact for several years. After losing contact for years, he surprised me in 1985 as he greeted me at the front door on my first day of a new civilian career at Ford Aerospace. The friendship renewed and I'm sad to say goodbye to a much respected good friend.
May 29, 2016
Benny, It was a pleasure to work with you the many years at Ford Aerospace Loral and Lockheed Martin. My sympathy goes out to your family in your lose. Swede and Olga Hanson
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