Mr. Arthur "Art" Reginald Johnson

Arthur will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered by his wife Patricia of 49 years, son Robert, daughter Tricia (Todd) Matthews, son Murray (Theresa), son Grant (Cindy); as well as grandchildren Tim Matthews, Melissa Matthews and husband Dustin Watson, Tyler and Jayden Matthews, Cassidy and Peyton Johnson, Grace Johnson; great grandchildren Chloee and an emminent arrival. He will also be missed, by his brothers Charles, Walter, Oliver and sister Alice Klassen, nieces Beverley, Karen, Susan, Nancy, Patsy, Ruth, Sandra, Diane and Laura Lee, nephews Walter, Charlie, Douglas, Vincent, Bill, Don, Kenneth, Brian, Duane and Scott.

He was predeceased by his parents Walter and Jean, brothers Morris and Gerald, nephew Lorne, mother and father in law Catherine and Grenville Swain.

Arthur was born in Carman, Manitoba on August 11th, 1935. He grew up on the family farm and later helped his Dad run the farm. He operated a machine on the floodway for several years in the 60’s, and later he worked at Motor Ways as a semi driver. He loved the company and was very sorry when it was sold. Art reluctantly retired at age 70 due to ill health. Art and Patricia travelled for many years all over Canada and the USA. In later years, several winters were spent in Indio, California. Art enjoyed visits to Vermont, Maryland and San Diego to spend time with Grant, Cindy and Grace. Art was a loving husband, father and grandfather who was very proud of his family. We have many memories of happy times together and he will be sadly missed.

It is with heartfelt appreciation that the family wish to thank the staff at the Golden Door for their gentle and compassionate care. As the tender care given to his mother before him, the family appreciated the care given to Art.

A Celebration of Arthur’s Life will be held on Thursday, March 14th at 2:00 p.m. at Thomson “In the Park” Funeral Home – 1291 McGillivray Boulevard, Winnipeg, Manitoba with the Reverend John Oldham as celebrant. Pallbearers are Tim, Tyler and Jayden Matthews, Dustin Watson, Brad Penner and Lance Marohn.

If friends so desire, donations may be made to the Arthritis Society, 105-386 Broadway, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3C 3R6