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In Loving Memory Of
Ben Johnson
November 17, 1978—February 19, 2018
Life & Legacy
On February 19th our beloved Ben Maxwell Johnson age 39, son brother, and friend passed away. Ben had many people who loved him and cared for him deeply.
Ben loved music and laughter, music was one of his forms of communication. He was also a prankster and many people were victims of his pranks. Ben had a spark of genius in him. When he was younger he would tear things apart to learn how they worked. He could fix things professional people could not. Ben loved fireworks. He also liked inventing things, when he was very young and asked what he was doing his reply was an invention. As a youngster he liked going to the 49th Street Galleria. He liked riding out of the canyons on his bike, wading in the streams of North and South Willow Canyons, sleigh riding in the snow, and fishing trips. Ben love Bar-S bologna sandwiches, if we didn’t have them we were out of groceries, no matter how much food we bought. Ben loved playing tickle monster, the farmer, and do not laugh games. His laugh was so contagious. Ben liked playing video games and became very good at them. In the beginning he could only play a short time on two quarters, soon a quarter would last all afternoon as he chocked up points. Ben also loved being in the Sunshine Group with his sister Crystal where they would sing and entertain. Ben also loved to draw and playing guitars with his friends, Nick Smith and Kory Chavez. Ben had many hurdles to overcome in his lifetime. He had many health problems and worked in constant pain the last five years. Ben has been very close to his sister Crystal. They were confidantes, the best of friends and they relied heavily on each other growing up. Ben will be missed by many.
Ben is survived by his father Kimball Johnson, Grantsville; his mother Linda Lane, Arizona; his sister Crystal Stearns; brother in law Mike Stearns; nephew Trevor Stearns; sister Angie all of Grantsville. Ben was preceded in death by his grandparents Max and Erna Johnson; and Marlene Caldwell.
Ben’s “Come as you are celebration” will be held Sunday March 4th 2018 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM at the All-Star Bowling Center (1111 North 200 West, Tooele, Utah).
Ben loved music and laughter, music was one of his forms of communication. He was also a prankster and many people were victims of his pranks. Ben had a spark of genius in him. When he was younger he would tear things apart to learn how they worked. He could fix things professional people could not. Ben loved fireworks. He also liked inventing things, when he was very young and asked what he was doing his reply was an invention. As a youngster he liked going to the 49th Street Galleria. He liked riding out of the canyons on his bike, wading in the streams of North and South Willow Canyons, sleigh riding in the snow, and fishing trips. Ben love Bar-S bologna sandwiches, if we didn’t have them we were out of groceries, no matter how much food we bought. Ben loved playing tickle monster, the farmer, and do not laugh games. His laugh was so contagious. Ben liked playing video games and became very good at them. In the beginning he could only play a short time on two quarters, soon a quarter would last all afternoon as he chocked up points. Ben also loved being in the Sunshine Group with his sister Crystal where they would sing and entertain. Ben also loved to draw and playing guitars with his friends, Nick Smith and Kory Chavez. Ben had many hurdles to overcome in his lifetime. He had many health problems and worked in constant pain the last five years. Ben has been very close to his sister Crystal. They were confidantes, the best of friends and they relied heavily on each other growing up. Ben will be missed by many.
Ben is survived by his father Kimball Johnson, Grantsville; his mother Linda Lane, Arizona; his sister Crystal Stearns; brother in law Mike Stearns; nephew Trevor Stearns; sister Angie all of Grantsville. Ben was preceded in death by his grandparents Max and Erna Johnson; and Marlene Caldwell.
Ben’s “Come as you are celebration” will be held Sunday March 4th 2018 from 1:00 to 3:00 PM at the All-Star Bowling Center (1111 North 200 West, Tooele, Utah).
Memory Wall
In Honor & Remembrance
Greta Griffith Lords
I knew Ben when I was in High School, even though we were several grades apart, he had a way of making me feel comfortable... like we were old friends. A conversation with Ben could make me laugh all day and give me something to smile about for the rest of the week. His sense of humor was on point and flawless. This world will miss him.
Mar 8, 2018
Love dad
Ben if I had the choice of having any boy in the world it would be you. I love you. I'll miss you and cherish all of those special memories you have given me.
Mar 1, 2018
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Feb 28, 2018
TONIA Chavez
Ben thanks for being a great friend to my brother Kory. You will be missed. Tonia Chavez
Feb 26, 2018
DeLene Olivares
Ben was my favorite chef to work with at the Oquirhh Mill. There was never a dull moment with him. He was always so genuinely sweet and always the gentleman. Even years later when I would run into him he would give me the biggest hug ever and always had a simile on his face.
Feb 26, 2018
Funeral Home
Like a brother, greatest friend. He was there in a time of need, peace, war, and laughter, and one hell ofa mentor.Trevor S. (Nephew)Our interactions with Ben have been few and far between. But what we feel of Ben is that he lived hislife the way he wanted. Ben was very smart and decided that he wanted to be a Chef of which he was athis creative self. We made sure that when Ben cooked we would go eat knowing how good the foodwould be. The last time we met with Ben was last month when his mother was here. He was so funnyand delightful that he made us laugh until we were in tears. He looked wonderful and we loved that hewas there to care for his mother. Sweet Ben will be remembered for his giving smile and the way hemade people laugh. Rest without pain and sorrow!Julie and Russell JohnsonBen,I love you and I will keep you with me in my heart, mind and soul always!! You are 100% the realest andbest friend I have ever had. I will remember our good times and cherish what you have given me, andwhat you have taught me! For you I will be happier and more humble than ever. I will miss our longconversations and our fun adventures! Thank you for all the unforgettable memories!Siemp re mi major amigo!!Rest in peace my friend!EvelyneIn the 18 years I have known Ben, he has had me rolling in laughter, mad as Hell, and worried as noother. He was and still is a great friend and brother in law. See ya when I get there.MikeFor my big brother BenYou taught me a lot of thingYou showed me a lot of thingsBut you fort to show me one last thing.how to let you go.Thank you.I know you didnt mean to leave, sometimes we have no choice. I will miss being your sister and hearingyour voice.My big brother Ben, I LOVE YOU!!!!Before you were given to the sky, if I was given one last wish I would make sure I told you this, I LoveYou!!!You will always mean everything to me, I could never love you less. I know this to be true, I will never bethe same without you. My Guardian, My Angel, my Big Brother BenBut you forgot to show me one last thing..how to let you go.Wynette LeeAs I think of Ben, I cant help but think of Uncle Benny and how he reminds me of him. His sense ofhumor, joking and laughter. I think of Bens struggles with health issues and addiction. I think of Benscourage and work it took for him to be free of addiction, his successes. I remember Ben and Crystalwhen they were young, they were always adventurous and supported each other. Ben struggled withpain so much and now he is free of those earthly pains and cares. I believe as Ben left this mortal life hisGrandparents were there to greet him along with Uncle Benny. As much as we mourn his loss; thoserelatives in the spirit world rejoice that he is now with them. Ben I shall miss you until I meet you againbeyond the veil with all our family and friends who went before.Uncle Bill
Feb 25, 2018