He was a military man and the Air Force brought him to Yuma where he spent his civilian life.
He was a cowboy at heart and his home showed it.
He spent many years involved with VFW Post 1763 in Yuma as a life member. He was also a life member at American legion Post 56 and DAV Post 11.
He was preceded in death by his parents Henry and Beaula, his sisters Inez and Leona and wife Peggy Hutcheson.
He is survived by his daughter Barbara A. Hutcheson of the home, grandson and wife Josh and Kelly Akin , of Portland, OR, Maggie Akin great granddaughter of her parents home and great grandson Maxwell Akin of Siam Reap, Cambodia.
Special Thanks to the home based primary care team from the V.A. and the hospice of Yuma team who gave him such great care and respect.
The memorial-celebration of life will be at Johnson Mortuary on May 31, at 2PM