Charles R. Johnson, age 73, of Cambridge passed away on Saturday June 1, 2019. He is survived by wife, Patricia; sons, Blake and Perry; siblings, other family and friends. Funeral service will be held at First Baptist Church in Cambridge on Wednesday, June 12th. Visitation at 1:00 PM with service at 2:00 PM. Interment will be in Cambridge Union Cemetery with Military Honors provided by the Cambridge American Legion. There will be a gathering for family and friends following the service at Pizza Pub on Main Street in Cambridge.
Charles Ralph “Chuck” Johnson was born on June 12, 1945 to Clara Evelyn Jain, in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. After they moved to Cambridge, he attended West Riverside School, graduating from Cambridge High School in 1963. He served in the 2nd Infantry Division of the Army from 1966 to 1970, with time spent stationed in Korea during the Vietnam conflict.
Returning home to Cambridge, Chuck worked at the family business, Johnson Plumbing, until 1978 when he began his career with Tower Systems, Inc. of Isanti, and later of Watertown, South Dakota. After leaving TSI, he worked at Nextel before beginning his final business endeavor, Site Management, working with his son, Blake. He retired in 2008 and he and Pat were able to enjoy many winters in their Ocala, Florida home, allowing Chuck to golf with his good friends year-round.
Chuck passed away on Saturday, June 1, 2019 at his Cambridge home with his family by his side at the age of 73 years, 11 months and 20 days. Chuck was preceded in death by his middle son, Brady; brother, David; dad, Bob and mother, Evelyn.
He is survived by his wife of 39 years, Patricia; son, Blake; son, Perry and his wife, Maggie; brothers, Paul and wife, Lisa; Mark and wife, Corrine; Tom and wife, Corrie, brother-in-law, Clark Carlson and wife, Margaret; sisters-in-law, Linda Bruss and husband, Wayne; Lisa Peterson and husband, Jeff, and many nephews and nieces.
Patty and Family, so sorry for your loss, Chuck will be missed by many. Jeanne Bradshaw
So saddened to hear your news. My thoughts are for the family
I only met David‘s childhood friend Chuck a few times but Thoroughly enjoyed his humor and spirit he will be sorely missed
Patty and family. So sorry for your loss. We are thinking of you. Take care!!
Pat, Blake, Perry we are so sorry. Chuck was a one in a million kind of guy and we will never forget his wit, charm and beautiful smile. You were all truly blessed to have him as a Husband and a Dad and you know that as well as anyone. Love to you all. Mike and Julie Solle
Patty and family, so heartbroken to learn your news. Chuck’s spritely smile and mischievous twinkling eyes will never be forgotten. Sending prayers for comfort and healing.
Patty-so sorry to hear of Chuck’s passing. With our deepest sympathy, our heart and prayers go out to you and your family. Take care.
I saw Chuck’s obit in the paper this morning and wanted to send the family sincere condolences from the family of Bob Frahm. Chuck was a leader, a bright and articulate ‘voice of reason’ on many topics, and a great friend to many. My Dad held Chuck in the highest esteem, and after Bob passed in 2009 was helpful to me with solid advice when I asked. My sisters (Nancy and Lori) and I have you all in our thoughts and prayers!
Chuck and I stayed with our Grandpa and Grandma Jain on the Jain Family Farm, Elk Mound, Wisconsin. What a blessing for Chuck and me to have this time together as small kids, running loose on the farm, helping Grandpa milk the cows and hiding in the tall rows of corn. Throughout Chuck’s Tour in Korea, we corresponded, an important time for both of us.
I loved Chuck dearly, and our adventures enriched by life.
Pat,
You and Chuck have been such a great part of my life, our lives, and he will be missed by me, by Holly and by so many others. We love him and miss him.
Brian