James D. Johnson
June 22, 1936 - August 25, 2019
Obituary
MADISON –James Duane Johnson, age 83, of Madison, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Aug. 25, 2019, in the home he built surrounded by loving family. He was born on June 22, 1936, in Portage, Wis., the son of Ross Johnson and Della Hermanson. James married his high school sweetheart, Phyllis Pullara, eloping on Sept. 22, 1958.
He was a proud father and grandfather who loved spending time outdoors and enjoying time with his family. As a young man, he loved racing his corvettes and his Austin Healy. Throughout his life he especially enjoyed fishing, golfing, bowling, yardwork, boating and cocktail hour on the porch of his cabin in the Northwoods. James was a master sheet metal worker and entrepreneur. He owned Foremost Builders and Rentals and was in the U.S. Army reserves.
James is survived by his loving wife, Phyllis; daughter, Kerri (William) Shannon; sons, Ross and James Johnson (Dorothy McFalls); brother-in-law, Anthony (Gail) Pullara; and grandchildren, Erin Shannon, Jamie Shannon, Chance Johnson and Avery Johnson. He was preceded in death by his parents; and grandparents, Jack Johnson and Winifred Ross.
There will be a private ceremony and celebration of life held for the family.
Our thanks to “Just Checking In” and Agrace HospiceCare and all their wonderful caregivers. Online condolences may be made to www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson East
Funeral & Cremation Care
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Pat Powers
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Hello to all, So very sorry for your loss, what a good looking fellow, I know he'll be missed. It is so hard to lose a parent. And to Phyllis, I send my heartfelt condolences. Your family has always been so special to me and Cathy. Ross, your namesake - my Ross is a wonderful father & husband, you can be proud of your namesake. I would certainly love to see you all; however, I know what a hard and sad time this is for all of you. I have your family in my prayers, Our deepest sympathies, Pat, Guy, Jess & Ross Powers. Love you Ross.
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Richard Olson
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Dear Phyllis and family,
We were so sorry to learn of Jim's passing. Please accept our sincere sympathy and condolences.
Phyllis (Pullara) and Dick Olson
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Susan Frisch
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Dear Phyllis and Family,
Our deepest and most sincere sympathy in your loss.May the many good memories you have shared throughout the years help you through this difficult time.Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Chet and Sue Frisch
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Sally and Alan Paine
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Dear Phyllis and Family, Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Sally and Alan Paine