Leslie W. Johnson “Les”
February 16, 1941 – April 16, 2018
It is with profound sadness and heartfelt grief that the family of Leslie W. Johnson, announce his passing. Leslie passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at the Battleford Union Hospital in North Battleford, SK., on Monday, April 16th, 2018.
Les was born in Landis, SK on February 16th, 1941. He graduated from Springwater School, he then moved to Unity, SK where he built his very successful business, Johnson Accounting.
Les married the love of his life, Arla Jean Tappen, and together they created a beautiful home in Unity, SK. Throughout his life, Les was known for his kind heart, generosity, quick-wit and brilliance. Anyone who encountered Les quickly came to know his great love for his family. Les loved his wife; Arla Jean, two children; Flynn and Dana deeply, and he loved being a grandfather to his three granddaughters; Caitlin, Jessica, and Madison. Les was a successful businessman, avid golfer, passionate hockey fan, and active community member, which was exemplified through his involvement with various associations including the Unity Herald, and SJHL. Les was a friend to many, and touched the hearts of numerous community members, especially his clients and neighbors.
Les is survived by his daughter and granddaughters; Flynn (Michael), Caitlin, Jessica, and Madison McGrath, his son; Dana (Janine) Johnson, his siblings; Curtis (Annette) Johnson, Iver Johnson, and Betty (Neil) Pfefferle, and his sisters-in-law; Gloria Johnson, Marilyn (Don) MacKinnon, Connie (Ed) Houser, and Valerie (Gerry) Syrota. Les was predeceased by his beloved wife Arla Jean Johnson, his parents Ed and Ruth Johnson, his siblings Alice Simpson, Adele Carruthers, and Neville Johnson, and his sister-in-law Eileen Johnson.
Les’ memorial service will be held at 2pm on Sunday, April 29th at the Unity Community Centre in Unity, SK. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Les’ name to the Saskatchewan STARS Air Ambulance.
Les will be greatly missed, but his family and friends will cherish his memory
SERVICES
Memorial Service
Sunday, April 29, 2018
2:00 PM
Unity Community Centre
7th Ave East
Unity, saskatchewan S0K4L0
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Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Leslie W Johnson Les February 16 1941 April 16 2018.source
Death notice for the town of: Unity, Province: Saskatchewan