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John Dylan Johnson passed away on June 21, 2009 in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Dylan was born on December 28, 1987 in Anchorage, Alaska. He was raised in Colorado Springs and graduated from Cheyenne Mountain High School in 2006. Dylan was a star ice hockey player, a forward who was a member of the 2004 Cheyenne Mountain state champion ice hockey team, receiving the Most Valuable Player award in the same year. Dylan was an outstanding athlete who enjoyed playing many sports with friends and family. Dylan is survived by his adoring mother, Aimee Croft Maytag and stepfather, James B. Maytag, Jr. of Colorado Springs; his father, Kevin Warren Johnson of Anchorage, Alaska; his sisters, Sydney Alexandra Johnson and Kristen Genette Maytag of Colorado Springs; his grandmothers, Loyce Bradshaw of Lebanon, Tennessee and Carmen Higgins of St. Petersburg, Florida; and several aunts, uncles and cousins. A funeral service will be held on Monday, June 29, 2009 at the Chapel of Our Saviour at 11a.m. A private graveside service for immediate family will follow. Memorial contributions may be made in Dylan's memory to the Mercy Center, 520 West Buena Ventura, Colorado Springs, CO 80907.

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Published by The Gazette on Jun. 25, 2009.

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July 5, 2009

Kevin and Family please know we cannot stop thinking of you in these most difficult days in your life. Our hearts ache for you all.Kevin I remember when I lost my son and the comfort you provided me when we talked. If there is anything I can do for you please just call me.Cherish the beautiful memories until you meet again. Tom and Michelle Dwyer

Tammy Guthland

July 3, 2009

My heart goes out to you Aimee. You always loved Dylan so much and only wanted the best for him. You are, and always have been, a very loving mother.

Susie Lang

July 2, 2009

Johnson & Maytag family
I was deeply saddened to hear of Dylan's passing. He played soccer with my son Spenser quite a few years ago, but I remember his smile and sense of humor. I have also lost a child and can understand so much of what you are going through. I will keep you in my prayers.

Jim & Joy Wamboldt

July 1, 2009

To my dearest friends Carmen & Chuck, Kevin and extended family & friends: Only those who have lost children can truly know the depth of pain your hearts hold with Dylan's death. My heart aches for you and I can only reach out with words that are inadequate to express my sympathy. Because you have such deep faith in our Savior your hearts will be open to accept His "peace that passes all understanding". May it comfort you at this difficult time.

Sarah Michel

June 30, 2009

Aimee & Kristin,
I'm so sorry to hear about Dylan. My heart breaks for your family. Keep looking up and remember that sorrow is not forever...love is. Your love for Dylan will sustain you thru the grief.

Garcias

June 29, 2009

Johnson & Maytag family,
We were shocked and saddened to hear of Dylan's passing... such a tragedy. Dylan had such a nice way about him and his smile was contagious. He was confident and purposeful as an ice hockey player and fun to watch on the ice! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very sad time.

God bless, Orlando, Valerie, Sam & Maddie Garcia

Dr. Mike Parrish

June 29, 2009

Kelly and I want to offer our condolences to your entire family.
We have not seen Dylan in a few years but will always remember him playing with Jonathan when they were younger. We still have all of the pictures.
Nothing we can say will ease your pain but time and God will heal. Remember and take comfort in knowing he is in a better place now.
Sydney we hope to see you sometime you are always welcome. Don't be a stranger. You know where Lindsay and her family are.

Dr. Mike Parrish

June 29, 2009

Kelly and I want to offer our sincere condolences to your entire family. Nothing we can say will ease the pain except time. Please remember that he is in a better place now.
We haven't seen Dylan in recent years but will always remember him with Jonathan when they were little.
Sydney don't be a stranger as you are always welcome.

Jessica Mayo

June 29, 2009

Aimee and family, I am deeply sorry for you loss. I can't find the words to express my sadness. I will remember all the wonderful stories you would share at work. You are in my prayers.

Steve Dwyer

June 28, 2009

Kevin, Syd, Aimee & Jim, Our thoughts are with you in this sad time. Dylan was a great kid and at times soo much like John. We're so sorry..
Steve, Cathi, Lauren & John

Laura Kavanagh

June 28, 2009

I am so thankful i was able to see Dylan last Oct. I was never able to see him very often due to distance but spending the afternoon with him and Sydney was wonderful. My heart hurts for you Kevin and Sydney. I am so sorry for the loss of someone so special. There is hope in knowing that he is at peace now in Heaven with Jesus. You are in our thoughts and prayers!

Jordan Pokryfki

June 28, 2009

Dylan rest in peace. I have loved you since the beginning...almost all of my childhood memories involve you, me, Nate, and Sid. I will cherish all those exciting and fun-filled memories forever. My thoughts and prayers are with my Aunt Aimee and my cuz Sidney...i love you both. Dylan will be missed by many, including me.

I love you guys,
Jordan Pokryfki

Matt Hursh

June 27, 2009

I didn't know Dylan as well as I would have liked, due to age and location, but every time I got a chance to spend time with him I came away impressed. His charismatic personality was always fun to be around. He will be dearly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Kevin and Sydney! God Bless

Eileen Gerrard-Gough

June 27, 2009

The Gerrard-Gough family is shocked and saddened by Dylan's death. We remember a handsome and strong young man and regret this loss. Our prayers for comfort and strength are with his family and all who knew and loved him. With fond memories: Brodie, Eileen, and John and Jessica

Mike Hursh

June 27, 2009

Dylan's loss is one of those things we will never understand but can only grieve; and given time our hearts heal. Times like this draw us to God and His faithfulness. We find our comfort and hope in His promises to us. Life makes no sense but He is still there and He is still God; and He knows how you feel. His son died too. Kevin and Sydney - I am so sorry your hearts are broken. You are in our prayers.

Andy Hursh

June 27, 2009

As cousins that were apart in age and miles, we were never able to spend much time together but when we did it was always a joy. Wether talking, boating or whatever the family had planned for the day Dylan was always engaging. I will miss the opportunities to share in each others lives. My thoughts and prayers are with you Kevin and Sidney as you work through the emotions and unanswered questions of Dylans loss.

Charles "Pops" Higgins

June 27, 2009

From my son, Jeff Higgins, Milwaukee,Wisconsin who wrote " Dad, I'm so sorry to hear the news of your grandson's passing. It is so very sad to see these things happen to people who have so much to give. Please give my thouoght and prayers to Carmen and Kevin's family. Although it is very sad for us in this world to understand the loss, we must have comfort in knowing a person who struggled in this life is now living hand in hand with our Lord, his heart being filled with love and peace for eternal life."

Patty Lindau

June 26, 2009

Dylan was such an enthusiastic and explosive hockey player. He was always so fun to watch on the ice. It was like watching joy in motion. His energy and enthusiasm for the game seemed boundless. Receive our loving prayers.

Jean Keisor-Johnston

June 26, 2009

Kevin, Aimee & Syd,
I am just so sad about Dylan. I just keep thinking about all the fun the kids had growing up. All the birthdays, softball games, camping trips and just hanging out playing together. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. If there is ANYTHING I can do for you, please let me know. I love and miss you all!

Valerie Knafelc

June 26, 2009

Amy,
We just heard about Dylan. Jay, Tyler and I are heart broken for you and your family. It seems like it was just yesterday that the kids were playing hockey. We are sending our thoughts and prayers to you and your family during this difficult time. With love, hugs and tears, The Knafelc Family

Grandma and Pops Higgins

June 26, 2009

Dearest Dylan
Though miles apart, our thoughts and prayers brought you closer. And when you called and always said "I love you too much, Gramma", it filled our hearts with hope. And now you are gone and that hope has been shattered. But, hard as is to accept, we now know that you are in a far better place. What we have now beyond the fond and fun memories is the knowlege that the Lord has brought you His ultimate healing -- to be at His side and in the folds of His ultimate gift -- His unconditional love. We all are so deeply saddened but can comfort each other with that thought and the hope that it brings us at this time. It is with that hope, trust, and faith, we will all be together again. Until then, dearest Dylan, "We love you too much."
Grandma Carmen and Pops

Jerry & Linda Johnson

June 26, 2009

Kevin, we are so sorry to hear about the loss of your son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. Hang in there Kevin.

Doug Wilder

June 25, 2009

My heart is broken for you. Although we weren't able to spend much time together, I will always remember the boat trip we took in Florida with Dylan, Sydney, Kevin and his brother John out in the Gulf of Mexico. There is hope though, as Dylan accepted Christ as his Savior, (see John 3:16) and now resides in Heaven (see 1st Peter 1:4). You too can see Jesus face to face like Dylan has. Trust in Jesus, he has it all! (see Matthew 28:18). See you soon Dylan, although you will be sorely missed. With love from the Wilder family.

Stephanie Branham

June 25, 2009

Johnson/ Maytag family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time. I was deeply saddened to hear of Dylans death. I went to school with him. He had a contagious smile and laughter that will never be forgotten and will be dearly missed. Rest in peace Dylan, and I hope you know you were loved by so many!

Amanda Bilberry

June 25, 2009

Rest in peace Dylan. I have so many fond memories of you and am so sorry it had to turn out like this. Life feels that much more precious now because you are no longer with us. You will be terribly missed. My heart goes out to you and your family. You will always be in my thoughts.

Kristen & Ed Reed

June 25, 2009

Our entire family has been deeply saddened to hear of Dylan's passing. He was a significant part of our lives for several years, and we cared very much for him. Please know that we are thinking of all of you, and that you and Dylan are in our hearts and our prayers. Love, The Reed family

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