Richard Dick JOHNSON

JOHNSON - Richard Dick Schnell Retired Sergeant C.A.F. (RCAF) - Peacefully at the North Bay General Hospital on Thursday February 5th, 2009 at the age of 71 years. Richard Dick Johnson, has been the beloved husband and partner of Irene (nee LeBrun) for the past 44 years. The proud and loving father of Richard and his wife Anne Marie, and their children Nathan and Maija of Ottawa, Steven and his wife Christine, and their children Scott and Craig, of North Bay, and James and his wife Jennifer, and their children Mackenzie, Stewart, Amelia, and Cassidy of Dunnville. Dick will also be lovingly remembered by his sister Susan Mostyn and her husband Pyers, of Parksville, B.C. Dick was a proud member of the Air Force, joining the Reserve in 1954 then serving with the regular forces until his retirement in 1984. An instrument and electrical airframe technician he served overseas in Germany and France and several postings throughout Canada, retiring as a Sergeant while posted to North Bay. After retirement from the Air Force he began a second career with the Corps of Commissionaires, serving with them for ten years. Dick was a dedicated Husband, Father and Grandpa. He was extremely proud of his sons and daughters- in- law and their accomplishments, and the wonderful grandchildren that he loved so much. Friends may call at the MARTYN FUNERAL HOME on Sunday afternoon and evening from 2 - 4 & 7 - 9 pm. No funeral services will be held. A grave side committal service will be held in the Military section of Beechwood Cemetery, Ottawa, at 3 pm on Tuesday February 10, 2009. In lieu of flowers donations to the North Bay General Hospital Foundation, or the charity of your choice, will be gratefully acknowledged as expressions of sympathy. Online condolences may be offered at www.martynfh.com. 11408330