Robert Johnson, better known as "Bob" to his family and friends, was born February 7, 1963, in Mitchell, South Dakota, the son of Claire and Marie (Hoffman) Johnson. The family lived in White Lake, where Bob received his education. In 1979, Bob moved to Kadoka to work with his uncle at Joe's Repair.
Bob was united in marriage to Yvonne Jakeway on October 11, 1980 in Kadoka. Later he worked at the Kadoka Standard, a position he held for nineteen years. In October 2000, Bob started working for Scotchman Industries in Philip, where he worked until the time of his death.
Bob was the President of the Kadoka Trap Club for five years and coached Teener Baseball for one years. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and camping.
Grateful for having shared his life include a daughter Shannon Scofield of Murdo; a son David Johnson of Kadoka; three grandchildren Thane, Jessica, and Alex Scofield; his mother Marie Johnson of White Lake; a brother Jeff Johnson of Dell Rapids; a niece Angie Johnson and her children Michael and Tre; and a host of aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Bob was preceded in death by a son Daniel Johnson; his father Claire Johnson; a sister Marcia Johnson; and his maternal and paternal grandparents.
Visitation was held 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 20, at the Rush Funeral Chapel in Kadoka, and one hour preceding the services at the auditorium on Monday.
Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m. Monday, August 21, at the Kadoka City Auditorium, with Pastor Gary McCubbin officiating.
Interment will be in the Kadoka Cemetery.
A memorial is established.
FUNERAL SERVICES
Monday, August 21, 2006 10:00 a.m.
Kadoka City Auditorium
Kadoka, South Dakota
CLERGY
Pastor Gary McCubbin
MUSIC
Carl Bauman – Boyd Porch – John Kaiser
USHERS
Maurice Handcock – Tom Parquet
Larry Cvach – Bob Spears
PALLBEARERS
Steve Jeffords – Frank Wells
Scott Walker – Mike Struble
Larry McLaughlin – Darrel Terkildsen
HONORARY PALLBEARERS
All Relatives and Friends in Attendance
INTERMENT
Kadoka Cemetery
Kadoka, South Dakota
Guest Book
David, We are sorry to hear about your Dad. He was a good friend and a good man. We will keep you in our prayers.
~ Scot and Jodie O'Bryan
Belvidere, SD (8/17/2006)
Shannon, Dave & families~
We are very sorry about the passing of your father. And although it will be tough I believe is no longer suffering and will be able to keep a close watch on you in a better place. May love keep the memories alive.
Bryan, Trina, LeAnna, Venessa & Madison
~ Trina Brown & Family
Kadoka, SD 57543 (8/17/2006)
Dave & Shannon
Sorry to hear about your loss; you are in my thoughts and prayers. Your dad was a great man and will be missed by all.
Leah & Dancey
~ Leah and Dancey Peterson
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Shannon & David,
We are so sorry to hear about your dad's death. He was a very good person and will be missed greatly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time
~ Bob and Vanessa Gardner
104 N Fir St., Pierre, SD 57501 (8/17/2006)
We are very sorry about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bob will be missed by all who new him. God Bless, Brian, Wendi, Nathaniel, and Noah.
~ Wendi and Brian Toth
Washington, PA (8/17/2006)
We are so sorry to read about Bob death.. We are Bobs insurance agency in Highmore and just want you to know that we will miss him very much too and he was a very nice person to visit with if there is anything we can do for you at this time please fill free to call us anytime ... God Bless you and your in our prayers .. Bob and Phyllis McKelvey
~ Bob and Phyllis McKelvey
Highmore, SD (8/17/2006)
A Good Friend.
~ Mike Seager
Philip So. Ave. 313 (8/17/2006)
Shannon and David
I am very sorry hear about your dad. My thought and Prayers are with you and the rest of the family. Sabrina
~ Sabrina Davidson
Springfield, OR (8/17/2006)
To Bob's Family
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Bob was a customer at Philip Motor and a very favorite of mine. He had so much patience and was so helpful. He was really a delight. He always made me smile and he had such a wonderful outlook on life. We know you will miss him so much but hold on to his smile and the wonderful memories. He will always be with you. God Bless you all.
~ Gary and Julie Nixon
22401 Deadman Creek Rd., Philip, SD 57567 (8/17/2006)
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~ Jane Brunson
PO Box 45, Hermosa, SD (8/17/2006)
Dave and Shannon, Words cannot not express the pain you are feeling at this moment but remember that time will ease the pain in the days to come. Be strong for one another and help each other through this time of sorrow. Keep in mind that your dad is not suffering anymore from the cruelty of life here on earth. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
~ Ellie (Brown) Bettelyoun
Kadoka, SD (8/17/2006)
Bob was a wonderful friend and co-worker. We all thought so much of him. Both Larry and Caleb worked many hours beside Bob and admired him for his mechanical skills. We will always remember his kind and gentle manner and quiet sense of humor. Also, his willingness to help others, never expecting anything back in return. He was excited about the State Fair Demolition Derby that is coming up this Sunday in which Larry and Caleb will be participating, and was planning to be part of the Pit Crew. He will be dearly missed at the derby this weekend, and although he can not be there in person, we know he will be watching from above, and the # 98 car will proudly display his name. Your family will be in our prayers. May you feel some comfort in knowing that Bob is in Heaven now, in God's care, where there is no more suffering or pain, and, in time, we will see him agai
~ Larry, Julie & Caleb McLaughlin
Midland, SD (8/17/2006)