Richard LeRoy Johnson Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Richard LeRoy Johnson of Faribault, Minnesota, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Richard left this world on May 19, 2026 at the age of 85, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

In the sacred silence of farewell, Richard is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Richard's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

He was predeceased by: his parents, LeRoy Johnson and Shirley Johnson (Warren). He is survived by: his wife Kathy; his children, Brian Johnson (Jessica Gretz) of Faribault and Vicki Vande Hey (Aaron) of Lakeville; his grandsons, Isaac and Luke Vande Hey; and his siblings, Marilyn Ronnkvist (John Samuelson) and Fred Johnson (Kathee). He is also survived by many other relatives and friends.

He was a State Certified First Responder, and an American Heart Association CPR Instructor.