William E. Johnson

July 15th, 1932 - April 24th, 2019

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When I showed Bill's obituary notice to my husband, he said Jan, is that our Bill? Max and I had worked for Heath Company for many years and still had a sense of ownership for this unique part of electronics history even after retirement. I told him yes, that was our Bill. Anyone who worked for or with him at Heath knew him as a friend and considered him OUR FRIEND, so yes, he was OUR BILL to share with thousands of Heathkit purchasers, worldwide, with his family and this lucky community. We were his Heathkit family, too. We won't forget you, Bill. The Brewers

Max and Jan Brewer

April 26th, 2019 at 4:35pm

Dear Patt, Kristen, Sally and Steve, Words cannot relay my sadness and the sadness I feel for each of you and all who were blessed to know Bill. God broke the mold after creating Bill.

It was my privilege to call Bill and Patt friends. His joy for life, humor, kindness and great love for his family has deeply inspired my life and will continue to do so. He and Patt shall remain treasures embossed on my soul.

Oh, the memories! Sitting in the sun watching hundreds of baseball games, Riverview Park, the Bears, house parties, and the Legion road trips...I’ve always believed the parents had more fun than the boys! My favorite memory of all time; while on a Legion trip Bill, with a huge smile and a hearty laugh, knocking on our door at 6am with “Good morning “ Bloody Mary’s prior to a very early game.

Bill, take the love of those who know you and fly free. Until we meet again, my friend! Chris Dwan Preston

Each of you will be in my prayers, thoughts and heart.

Chris Dwan Preston

April 26th, 2019 at 12:47pm

Oh how we love Bill and Patt. I remember my Dad saying a "very young couple" knocked on the door wanting to rent the house across the street from us. Dad was hesitant because he said "they sure are young" .. but throughout their entire lives, they both looked like kids. We all became one close family. Throughout happy times and sad times. Patt sang at my Wedding in 1965 .. six months after our Dad passed away. Again, they both were there during those times to show their love and support. We played tricks on Bill throughout the years .. and adored him (and Patt) like they were family. Kristen was born about the same time as one of my brothers; Sally and Steve were born almost the same time as my first two. We loved sharing our stories. I worked at Heath Co but that was just frosting on the cake because I was able to see more of Bill. We always knew we could and would see Patt at the Gift Shop at Lakeland Hospital. My heart breaks for Patt, Kristen, Sally and Steve and grandbabies. It's like we too have lost a part of our family. He's now with our Mom and Dad and I think he is really catching up on all the great times. I love you Patt. I am so very sorry, Judi Miller (Maruk) Sheldon .. from good old Tucker Drive many years ago. Rest In Peace Dear Friend. God now has a new Angel to watch over all of us.

Judi Miller

April 26th, 2019 at 8:35am

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the Johnson family. The memories are so Huge. Tom can reflect on the Fishing trips very strongly as that was good times with a very small group of family. Of course there are so many more memories. Bill was always so happy and very kind to me (Deb) as well. What a wonderful giving man the family and community has lost. We hope in time your many precious memories bring you peace and comfort. We will be thinking of you all in the coming days, months etc. RIP Mr. Johnson you were loved by so many. Tom & Deb Carter

William E. Johnson

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