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Henry T. Johnson

SKANEE — Henry T. Johnson, 88, of Skanee, passed away Wednesday, October 21, 2020, at Baraga County Memorial Hospital, L’Anse.

He was born in L’Anse on May 17, 1932, the son of the late Thure and Mary (Destrampe) Johnson. Henry attended L’Anse area schools.

He proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean Conflict.

On September 15, 1953, Henry married the former Marlene Dault in L’Anse. She preceded him in death on February 17, 1998.

Henry had been employed at the former Celotex Corporation as a forklift operator until his retirement. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, and the L’Anse American Legion Post No. 144. Henry enjoyed hunting and going to “the Bus” fishing, making wood, watching the Red Wings, Tigers and Lions. He loved keeping is cookie jar full for his grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Henry is survived by his loving children, Bob “Mouse” (Brenda) Johnson of Skanee, Rick (Lisa) Johnson of L’Anse, Mona Collins of Skanee and Tom Johnson of Skanee; grandchildren, James, Jeff, Dano, Kate, Jamie, Heidi, Bryan, Mike, Dean and Megan; 13 great-grandchildren; and brother, Leonard (Sue) Williams of Ohio; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife; sisters, Shirley, Marilyn and Laverne; brother, Donald; and son-in-law, Smokey.

A celebration of life visitation for Henry will be held from 1 until 3 p.m. on Thursday, October 29, 2020, at the Reid Funeral Service and Chapel, L’Anse.

Masks will be required and please remember to practice safe social distancing.

Henry’s obituary may also be viewed and condolences sent to the family at reidfuneralservicechapel.com.

The Reid Funeral Service and Chapel, L’Anse has been entrusted with the arrangements.