Frank Bernard Johnson

Frank B. Johnson, 81, of Momence, IL., died on Saturday (January 17, 2009) at Provena St. Mary's Hospital in Kankakee, IL. He was born on March 24, 1927 in Momence, IL., the son of Frank Oscar and Hallie Kennedy Johnson. On June 12, 1949 he married Mary D. Turrell in Momence, IL. She survives. Surviving are his wife: Mary D. Johnson of Momence, IL. One daughter and son-in-law: Amy and William Golyshko of Momence, IL. One son and daughter-in-law: Larry D. and Circe Johnson of Gloversville, NY. One sister-in-law: Victoria Johnson of Colorado. One sister: Thelma Johnson of Pensicola, FL. One step-brother: Harold and June DeValk of Mount Prospect, IL. Five grandchildren: Neal and Christine Golyshko, Philip Golyshko, Megan Johnson, Michael Johnson, and MeLisa Johnson. One great-granddaughter: Isabella Golyshko also survives. He was preceded in death by his parents, one brother (Charles), and two step-brothers (John and Clarence DeValk). Mr. Johnson was a retired truck driver for Standard Oil after 25 years of service. He also wrote historical articles for the Momence Progress Reporter. He also was a missionary in Puerto Rico for ten years. He was a member of Calvary Baptist Chruch in Momence, IL., American Legion Post 40, past president of the Momence School Board, Sunday school teacher, and he was a captain of the honor guard in Bradenton, FL. for 15 years. Mr. Johnson enjoyed studying the history of Momence, collecting stamps, coins, and railroad memorabilia. He also gave flag history presentations at local schools for many years. During World War II, he served in the United States Navy. Memorials: Bible Witness Camp and Calvary Baptist Church Cemetery: Burial with military rites by the Momence Honor Guard will be in the Momence Cemetery. Visitation: Will be from 4 - 8 PM on Tuesday (January 20, 2009) at the Cotter Funeral Home. Visitation will also be held from 9 - 10 AM on Wednesday (January 21, 2009) at Calvary Baptist Church in Momence, IL. 224 E. Washington St. Momence, IL 60954 (map/driving directions) Service: Funeral services will be held at 10 AM on Wednesday (January 21, 2009) at Calvary Baptist Church. 500 Gladiolus Ave. Momence, Illinois 60954 (map/driving directions)

Frank Bernard Johnson

March 24, 1927 - January 17, 2009

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