Lewis Johnson
June 7, 1926 - September 25, 2009


Published/Last Modified on Wednesday, September 30, 2009 5:59 PM MDT


Lewis Johnson was born in Pirtleville, Arizona, on June 7, 1926. He passed away at Tucson Medical Center on September 25, 2009.


Lewis “Louie” Johnson founded Douglas Electric, later known as Strathcona Electric, in 1964. From 1964 until his retirement in 1991, his electrical  contracting company performed projects throughout the state of Arizona and western New Mexico. In addition, he oversaw a complete hardware, plumbing and electrical retail store in Douglas, Arizona.

He was a 62-year member of the International Brotherhood of the Electrical Workers Union No. 570,  lifetime member of the Elks Lodge, No. 955, lifetime member of the Douglas Golf and Social Club, and member of the Fred Hilburn American legion Post No. 11.

His favorite pastimes were helping children, dancing with his wife, Billie, and rooting on his grandchildren in their schooling and sports activities.

He proudly served his country as a Navy SeeBee in Okinawa during World War II and was honorably discharged in 1947.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Billie, son Rob (Kathy) Johnson, daughter Julie Johnson Romero, grandsons Aaron (Christa) Johnson and Robbie Romero, granddaughter Audra (James) Barrios, Sisters Irene Chapman  and Elizabeth Phillips, nephew James Phillips, and nieces Jeanette Gray and Bonnie Grainger.

He was preceded in death by father, Bill, mother, Lydia, twin brother, Bill, and sister, Cora.

Services will be held at Adair Funeral Home at noon on Friday, October 2, 2009.

Pallbearers are Aaron Johnson, Robbie Romero, Rudy Romero, James Barrios, Lenard Maddux and James Phillips. Honorary Pallbearers are Ray Cluff, Enrique Chavez, Roy Manley, Al Waller, Bobby Benson and Woody Wing.

In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to the charity of your choice.

As Louis would say, “If there’s anything I can do to help you, please let me know.”

Thank you and God bless.

Johnson family.

Care entrusted to Adair Douglas Funeral Chapel, 364-2121. Funeral Director Alex Espinosa.

 

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Comments

    Pat Cruse wrote on Oct 6, 2009 9:53 PM:

    " He will be greatly missed. I always enjoyed his company either at the Hungry Bear or at the golf course. "

    Pat Cruse wrote on Oct 6, 2009 9:26 PM:

    " I always enjoyed Louie's company when I was around him. He will be missed and hope the very best for his family. "

    Spell Checker wrote on Oct 1, 2009 11:14 PM:

    " It very sad the Johnson Family has to read the paper copy sold in stores today with regards to Mr. Johnson. To the Johnson family I send my deepest sympathy and prayers for your family. As for the "reportrs" who dont know how to spell, Do you have someone who proof reads articles before they make it to print. It seems your outfit is consistant in making errors on your news stories and all other material in these papers you call a newspaper. Make everyone there take an english class and learn how to proof read. "

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