Laurence “Larry” A. Johnson, age 77, of Dalbo Township passed away December 11, 2017 at home. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, December 16th at Salem Lutheran Church in Dalbo with a time for visiting starting one hour prior to the service at the church. Interment will be in Salem Lutheran Cemetery in the Spring.
Laurence “Larry” Alfred Johnson was born on February 25, 1940 in Brunswick, Minnesota to Leslie and Mary “Maxine” (Snyder) Johnson. He grew up on his family farm. He graduated from Ogilvie High School. Larry worked at John Deere in Cambridge for many years before moving on to a jailer for Isanti County and eventually retiring from Stearns County Jail. He was a member of the Dalbo Fire Department and also a member of Dalbo Township Board. He enjoyed camping, fishing, mowing lawn and putzing around the farm.
Larry passed away December 11, 2017 at home at the age of 77 years, 9 months and 16 days. He is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Lowell.
He is survived by his wife, Wanda; sons, Patrick (Marcy) Johnson, Kelly (Nicole) Johnson; step-children, Brian (Lisa) Friez, Sara (Brad) Benson, Brent Friez (Melissa); six grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; siblings, Suzzane Hopkins, Boyd (Joann) Johnson; sisters-in-law, Florence Johnson, Phyllis Kahler; brother-in-law, Charlie (Vicki) Lundgren; and by many nieces, nephews and friends.
Mary Starks says
I started working with Larry at the Isanti county jail in 1984, are most memorable moment working together was the time Larry says I saved his life, from an inmate who was in the holding cell, I always told him I was just doing my job! But as I try to write this between the tears that are falling, it really was more than me doing my job, I cared!!! I will miss you dear Larry, I pray you are at peace and know that we will see each other again in Heaven(if I make it there!) I know you will!! Love you Larry, Love you Wanda!
Beth & Craig Erickson says
My heart breaks for our tiny little community…so sad all the fine folks that have passed away this year. Heaven must be a hoppin’
Wanda, Pat, Kelly, Brian, Sara, Brent & families, know you are all in my thought and prayers during the very difficult time. May God’s loving arms surround you and may the love of family & friends bring you comfort.
Love & Hugs
Stacy St. George says
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Carol (Powell) Erickson says
Praying for peace and comfort in your memories. My deepest condolences, Wanda and family. May God give you strength and guide your family through your grief.
Dick Hermes says
Worked with Larry many years ago when isanti county opened the “new” jail. Larry always had a kind word and smile. RIP Larry.
Larry Chalsma says
I knew Larry and Wanda well. I worked with Larry at Isanti County and may have had a couple of cocktails with him. RIP my friend
John R Carlson says
I am very sorry for your loss. I served on the fire department with Larry.
Andrew Westberg says
So sorry for your loss. I remember as a kid , Larry worked at John Deere Implement and Paul, my dad called to order a belt for the tiller. Larry answered, said he could deliver it on his way home.
Well he did and also installed it ! My dad really appreciated that and told everyone what a great
guy he was for doing so!
Andy Westberg