Carl L. Johnson
Carl L. Johnson, age 92 of South Euclid, Ohio passed away peacefully on Tuesday, March 1st, 2022. He was born February 18, 1930 in Cortland, New York to Teenor and Alma (Lash) Johnson. His spouse of 55 years, Alice S. Johnson, preceded him in death. He is survived by 3 children, Barb, Brad and Clay (Shannon) Johnson. Grandchildren; Robert, John and Caroline, Tyler, Lucy, Evelyn. Sisters; Elsa, deceased (Alvin), Viola (John) and Dorla (Richard, deceased) and Sister-in-law Arlene Staub (Frank, deceased) Survived by many cousins, nieces and nephews throughout the USA.
When he was born, he was a blue baby and the pediatrician predicted that he would not live past 2 years of age. Carl had the last laugh. He was a popular classmate, known as ‘CJ’ to his friends. He was quick to laugh and loved helping others. He was involved with many interests including FFA club raising livestock on his parent’s farm, ping pong, guitar, bridge, genealogy, wire art and woodworking projects. He loved board games and puzzles. Due to some childhood health issues, he could not serve in the military. He was a ‘plane spotter’ for the government looking out for enemy aircraft. Both Carl and Alice were GE retirees. Later years, he was involved in a small musical group that played in nursing homes throughout NE Ohio. He had the gift of gab and was quick to make friends. He will be greatly missed.
Services will be held later this year in Cortland, New York where he will be buried alongside his wife.
Contributions can be made c/o Carl Johnson to The Gathering Place, 23300 Commerce Park, Beachwood, Ohio 44122.
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So many, many memories of Uncle Carl; he was everything an uncle should be- fun, kind, devoted, interesting and best of all, musical!! (Our family jam sessions were unforgettable)
He was a great family man and all of our holidays for years were spent with ‘the Johnsons’, Uncle Carl, Aunt Alice, Barb, Brad and Clayton. Mom and her brother-in- law were a great comfort to each other after they both lost their spouses-frequent visits, phone calls and writings. My brother ( also Carl!) and mom, Arlene join me in sending our deepest condolences and love
I’m so sorry for your loss. Carl was a great friend to my mother and they corresponded for decades. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.