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Bennett F Johnson

Birth	:	16 Dec 1918 Medicine Hat, Medicine Hat Census Division, Alberta, Canada
Death	:	8 Jun 2010 Rapid City, Pennington County, South Dakota, USA
Burial	:	Spring Grove Cemetery, Carey, Wyandot County, USA
Coordinate	:	40.9696999, -83.3824997
Description	:	Bennett Franklin Johnson, 91, passed away at West Hills Village in Rapid City, SD on June 8, 2010. Bennett was born December l6, l9l8 in Medicine Hat, Alberta to Cornelius and Jean (Murray) Johnson. He lived on the family farm near Whitla, Alberta and began the 3rd grade in Canada. In l926 he journeyed by car with his Mother, 4 siblings, and Grandfather to His father followed soon after, by train, with machinery, horses and the family pet, Chappy. Bennett graduated from high school in l936. His study of business and bookkeeping classes led to the opportunity to begin work... Read More	Bennett Franklin Johnson, 91, passed away at West Hills Village in Rapid City, SD on June 8, 2010. Bennett was born December l6, l9l8 in Medicine Hat, Alberta to Cornelius and Jean (Murray) Johnson. He lived on the family farm near Whitla, Alberta and began the 3rd grade in Canada. In l926 he journeyed by car with his Mother, 4 siblings, and Grandfather to His father followed soon after, by train, with machinery, horses and the family pet, Chappy. Bennett graduated from high school in l936. His study of business and bookkeeping classes led to the opportunity to begin work at Stockmens National Bank. At the bank he considered Albert Dale an influential mentor. Bennett worked at the bank his entire career which spanned 50 years. He retired in 1985. Late in the l930's war broke out in many places. Bennett became a U.S. citizen in l941 so that he could serve his country. The years l942-l946 saw him serving in the U.S. Navy in Idaho, Hawaii, and Okinawa. He married Ruth Talbot October 11, and she too Bennett and Ruth returned to their hometown and began their family, welcoming two daughters, Karen and Beth. ennett was a member of the Masonic Lodge, achieving the rank of Master Mason and receiving his 50 year pin in l996. He was a member of Morse Memorial Methodist Church and served as treasurer and/or Board Member of many civic organizations, including the Hospital, Chamber of Commerce, and Rotary. He was a 50 year member of the American Legion. He served on the Rushville School board for 25 years during which the gym and auditorium were built. Bennett was a quiet, dedicated booster of his hometown and a generous donor to the library, school system, and softball complex. One of his favorite projects was envisioning and helping complete the Parkview Apartment Complex. Survivors include his loving wife Ruth; 2 daughters and their families: Karen (Gary) Hollstein, Dakota Dunes, SD; Beth (Greg) Hunter, Rapid City, SD. Grandchildren include Crystal (Gary) Day of Herforst, Germany; Paul (Kelly) Hollstein, Lincoln, NE; Carolyn Hollstein, Kansas City, MO; Scott (Brittney) Hunter, Kansas City, KS. Siblings Murray Johnson of Devils Lake, ND; Evaline Norman of Crawford, NE; Stuart Johnson of Traverse City, MI; and sister-in-law Leilah Talbot of Rapid City survive. Nieces, nephews, and numerous friends will also miss Bennett. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Mary Sanderson, 2 sisters-in-law, and 3 brothers-in-law. Gentle, dedicated to his family and community, a man of integrity, a truly good human being….these are the attributes that describe Bennett and which will be very sorely missed. Memorial services will be held 10:00 AM, Saturday, June12, 2010 at the United Methodist Church in Rushville, NE with Rev. Al Trucano officiating. Inurnment will be in the Fairview Cemetery in Rushville with Military Honors by Rushville American Legion Post 161. Memorials have been established to the United Methodist Church, the Fire Department and the American Legion, all in Rushville.

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Bennett F Johnson's memorial is located at: Spring Grove Cemetery, Carey, Wyandot County, USA.
When did Bennett F Johnson death?
Bennett F Johnson death on 8 Jun 2010 in Rapid City, Pennington County, South Dakota, USA
Where are the coordinates of the Bennett F Johnson's memorial?
Latitude: 40.9696999
Longitude: -83.3824997

Family Members:

Parent

Cornelius C Johnson

(1879 - 1969)

Jean Murray Johnson

(1893 - 1981)

Spouse

Ruth Zephyr Talbot Johnson

(1919 - 2014)

Siblings

Mary Elizabeth Johnson Sanderson

(1920 - 2008)

Stuart Arthur Johnson

(1922 - 2012)

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