David was born May 25, 1937 in Waco, Texas to Woodrow and Alma (Gill) Johnson. He served in the Navy for 15 years and retired from the Veterans Administration Hospital in Marlin, Texas after 17 years of service. He enjoyed building race car motors, working on race cars and watching NASCAR and Drag Racing on TV. He attended Silver Maple Chapel Church.
David was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, James Johnson; his son, Thomas Allen Johnson; and many other family members.
Survivors include his son, Kenneth W. Johnson and his wife, Linda (Grote); his brothers, Johnny Johnson and his wife, Della all of Robinson and Woodrow Johnson of Temple; and numerous other family members.
Pallbearers will be Kevin Johnson, P J Johnson, Logan Johnson, James Summers, Johnny Johnson and Mike Keith.
The family would like to express a special thank you to his caregivers at Brookdale Senior Living Center and Ridgecrest Senior Living Center for their care and support.
Condolences(9)
Jodie
Waco, TX Wednesday, January 22, 2020 So saddened by this pops you will truly be missed my prayers to fanilyJodie
Waco, TX Wednesday, January 22, 2020 So saddened by this pops you will truly be missed my prayers to fanilyDorothy ( Dot) Thornton
Waco, TX Wednesday, January 22, 2020Connie M. Donaldson
Waco, TX Wednesday, January 22, 2020 I want to give my sincere condolence to Mr. Johnson's loved ones. He was sweet and thoughtful.I enjoyed his stories about my father growing up on the dairy. God Bless.
Denise Nors
Waco, TX Wednesday, January 22, 2020 Kenneth,Chelsea and I are so deeply sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Misty Michulka
China spring, TX Wednesday, January 22, 2020 Kenneth I'm sorry to hear about your dad. I know that he will be truly missed by all. Thomas I know that David loves you and your babies very much!! David is in heaven now rejoicing with all of his friends and loved ones!!! I will be praying for everyone in this difficult time of losing someone that you loved so much!!! I know that David is working on cars and cooking smoked brisket and chicken!!! He will be forever missed!!Jeff & Alice Johnson
Temple, TX Tuesday, January 21, 2020Denver Koon
Crowley, TX Tuesday, January 21, 2020 To David's family and loved ones. Please accept my sincere condolences. God Bless you and give you strength during this difficult time. Respectfully yours, Denver K.