"To the family of Steve - I want to let you know of what an important act that Steve made for me, my career and my family. Steve and I worked together at Honeywell Info Systems (Bull, Inc) and we attended ASU together when we were getting our MBA\'s. He had already left Bull and hooked back up with Honeywell (Sperry). In 1990, when I was about to be laid off, I reached out to him, he set me up with a Finance Mgr over at the Glendale Space Division and they ultimately hired me. That act saved my career and helped stabilize our family. I am forever in debt and wish I had checked back with Steve more often than the very few times I had. My thoughts and prayers are with you, the family. I have very fond memories of working with and discussing careers, families and life with him."
In loving memory of
Steven Johnson
Steven Johnson, 64, of Phoenix, AZ passed away surrounded by family on March 19, 2016. He was born in Compton, CA, to the late Lloyd and Margaret Johnson. He has been a resident of Phoenix for the past 38 years. Steve was a beloved husband, father, papa, brother, nephew and uncle. He loved life and always had a smile on his face or a joke to share. Steve received his MBA from Arizona State University. He retired from Honeywell after working there for nearly 30 years. Steve loved to travel and to spend time with his family, especially his grandchildren. He could be found almost every weekend at his cabin in Williams, AZ, where he enjoyed relaxing and taking adventures in his ATV. Steve was kind to animals and always had a dog by his side. His strong faith in God is a gift to his family. He will be missed more than words can say. Steve is survived by his loving wife Tina, daughters Jennifer (Mark) Burton, Jaclyn (Brian) Bakke; stepson Brian Olnick and three grandchildren, Andrew Burton and Clara and Brady Bakke, all of Phoenix. Visitation will be from 5:00-8:00pm, with Rosary at 7:30pm, Tuesday, March 22, 2016 at Hansen Chapel, 8314 N. 7th Street, Phoenix 85020. Funeral Mass will be at 10:00am Wednesday, March 23, 2016 at Our Lady of the Valley Catholic Church, 3320 W. Greenway, Phoenix 85053. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to SAVE-Meant to Rescue, 2002 N. Airport Rd., Williams, AZ 86046 and please note that your contribution is made in memory of Steve Johnson, or to their website http://williamspetrescue.com/ if you use the PayPal option and indicate in the "note to seller" section that the donation is being made in memory of Steve Johnson.
Tributes
"Though at this time you are exhausted from grief, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Throw your burdens on God and he will sustain you. Psalms 55:22"
"Tina, sending prayers to our LORD on behalf of you and your family. May you find peace in your sadness and loss. I cannot begin to fathom what you are going thru."
"Tina, words are so inadequate at times like this. Please just know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, dear one."
"I met Steve when I was a sophomore in high school and have been friends with Jenny his daughter ever since. I have so many happy memories of Steve, including camping in Sedona, 4th of July fireworks and multiple parties with the family. You will be so very missed. Rest in piece."
"Tina, I am so sorry that I cannot be there for you but please know you are always in my thoughts and prayers."
"Tina, every time I think of you....which is often.....I ask God\'s peace and comfort for you. I just cannot even imagine how devastating this all has been for you, and for the rest of your family. A lingering death is bad; but, I think such a sudden passing is so shocking and maybe even harder to deal with, Sending hugs to you. Ellen"
"Jackie and Brian. We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you through the days ahead. Rest assured God has his home prepared."