Kenneth Johnson

Kenneth Lyle Johnson was born May 1, 1930, in Pelican Rapids, Minnesota, the son of Benny and Hulda (Erickson) Johnson. He grew up in rural Pelican Rapids, attended country school District # 65, and graduated from Pelican Rapids High School in 1948. Kenny's first job was at the Pelican Rapids Creamery. Before starting his own milk route, he hauled milk for Bill Toso for about two years. On June 27, 1951 Kenneth was united in marriage to Helen Toftely at the First Congregational Church in Pelican Rapids. They lived on the home farm for six years before moving the house and family into Pelican Rapids, Kenny worked for the Farmers Elevator in Pelican Rapids where he later became manager. About 1975 he went to work for Benson Quinn of Minneapolis, MN, as the roadman calling on elevators in North Dakota and Minnesota, doing their auditing, continuing until his retirement. After retiring Kenny worked for the Larson Funeral Home, starting in September 1995. He also mowed grass for the City of Pelican Rapids, Pelican Rapids School District, and Ringsaker Cemetery.Kenny enjoyed the many family trips, visiting with his family and friends, especially sitting at the round table at the Rapids Cafe, telling jokes and doing impersonations. He also enjoyed fishing when he was younger with grandpa Toftely, working outside, especially mowing, and working at the funeral home. Over the years, he enjoyed his Boston terriers.Kenny was a life long member of Grove Lake Lutheran Church in rural Pelican Rapids where he served as church treasurer for thirty years and also served on the council and cemetery board. He served two terms on the Pelican Rapids school board, and also served on the board for the Good Samaritan Center. He was a member of the Rotary for many years, serving as treasurer at the time the suspension bridge was built. Kenny enjoyed attending the local cancer support group.Kenny, age 77, passed away on Sunday, February 24, 2008, at the Pelican Valley Nursing Home in Pelican Rapids, Minnesota.Kenny is survived by his wife, Helen Johnson of Pelican Rapids, MN; 2 daughters: Sandra (Roger) Tingelstad and Susan Johnson, both of Pelican Rapids; 2 grandchildren: Tina Anderson of Janesville, MN, and Gabriel Johnson of Pelican Rapids; 2 great-grandchildren: Brittany and Payton Anderson of Janesville, MN; and many nieces and nephews.He was preceded in death by his parents.Blessed Be The Memory Of Kenneth Johnson