Donald A Johnson Obituary

We bid farewell to Donald A Johnson of Scottsdale, Arizona, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on November 7, 2025 at the age of 85. Donald touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Lyle Johnson and Olive Johnson; his brother David; his nephew Erik Johnson; his in-laws, Hans and Thelma Jessen; his brother-in-law Jerome Jessen; and his nephew Erik Jessen Bettendorf.

He is survived by: his wife Karen Jessen; his siblings-in-law, Karen Johnson of Mpls, Hans Jessen (Jan) of Mesa, AZ and Kerry Jessen of Iowa City; his niece Tracy Rattner of Mesa; and his nephews, Blair Jessen of Boise, ID and Adam Jessen of Lanexa, KS..

Memorials may be made to Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Augustana University, or Hospice of the Valley.