Obituaries
Edward C. Johnson, 57
Edward C. Johnson, 57, passed away with his loving family at his side at his home in Lititz, PA, on Friday, December 31, 2010. Ed and his wife Laura D. Houseman Johnson celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary last May.
Born in Confluence, PA, he was the son of the late Carl G. and Effie Little Johnson. Ed graduated from Uniontown High School in 1971. He worked as a welder for US Steel in Homestead and then as a maintenance mechanic for Kellogg’s in Lancaster for 23 years. He was a Past Master of the James Cochran Lodge #614 F.&A.M. in Dawson, and a member of the Chapter Consistory of the Valley of Pittsburgh 32 Degree.
Ed loved spending time with his wife and children, especially camping together in the mountains where he grew up, and hunting and fishing there with his son, son-in-law and friends. He loved to cook and was known for his soups and BBQ. He previously coached Warwick Little League baseball when his son Carl played. Ed was a member of Trinity E.C. Church in Lititz.
Ed’s family includes his wife Laura and their children Erin N., wife of Daniel Shelly, Manheim, PA and twins Carl E. and Shannon K. Johnson both at home, and his brother Terry W. Johnson, Mill Run, PA. Ed was looking forward to the birth of his first grandchild this Spring. His brother Arnold M. Johnson preceded Ed in death.
The Funeral will take place Wednesday, January 5, 2011 at 11 AM, with The Rev. Harry Dow officiating, at Lititz Trinity E.C. Church, 44 E. Orange St., Lititz, PA. Viewings will be held both Monday, January 3rd and Tuesday January 4th from 6-8 PM at the Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA, and also Wednesday January 5th from 10-11 AM at the church. Masonic Services will be conducted at the funeral home on Tuesday at 7:45 PM by Manheim Lodge #587 F.&A.M.. Interment will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Ed’s memory for pancreatic cancer research to Ralph H. Hruban, MD, Johns Hopkins Medical Institutions, 401 N. Broadway, Weinberg 2242, Baltimore, MD 21231-2410. To send the family online condolences, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory 717-560-5100
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We would like to send our Deepest Sympathy to you and your family. Ed was a special friend to the Lowry Family and will be sadly missed.
Our Condolences,
Kathy & Herb Kuhns
Debbie Lowry
Hi Laura, sorry to hear that Edward lost his battle with cancer. I’m sure he will be greatly missed. I know all too well how it feels to be a widow so I’m sure you & your kids are feeling all kinds of emotions right now. Allow yourself time to grieve, and know that time for everyone is different.
My prayers to you all!
Diana Gramm
Deepest Sympathy to Dan and Yannick. May the wonderful memories of your mother’s love be in your hearts forever. Take Care and God Bless you both.
Wanda Smith
Dear Laura, Carl, Erin and Shannon,
My family and I wish to extend our sincere condolences for your loss. Ed was a good friend in the short time I was able to work with him. I will cherish the fond talks when we would reflect on our childhood days back home. I will miss his warm and kind smile. Please know that he was respected and loved – and will be missed by many.
Love and Peace,
David and Michele Zikeli and Family.
Laura and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We send you hugs, shoulders to cry on and arms to lean on whenever you need them.
Sharon, Kyle and Ashley Metzger and Kelli Knerr
From the officers and members of James Cochran Lodge we extend our deepest sympathy with the passing of your loved one. We know Ed will be sadly missed by you and likewise by the members of his home fraternity. His services as Past Master in our lodge will forever be remembered and his masonic dedication will continue throughout our legacy.
Sincerely,
Thomas A. McBeth
Worshipful Master
James Cochran Lodge #614
We wish to send our sympathy to all. We never met Edward and your family, but thru pictures and Effie and Carl always so proud and telling about all of you, we felt like we knew you.
Love and Prayers,
Joan & Dave Stefanini and Jean & Ron Ditmore. Effie and Carl’s twin nieces from Hopwood, Pa.
It was so good to see your wonderful family again, although I wish it could have been under other circumstances. We know you will miss Ed so much, what a wonderful husband and father! Laura, we were all envious of you! You have many wonderful memories and a once in a lifetime love to carry you through in the days ahead. Cherish them and hold tight to them. The days ahead will be difficult but you will always have the memories. Carl and Shannon, make your Dad proud as you wrap up your last years at Virginia and good luck to both of you. Erin and Dan, you have a great example to follow as you now become parents. And Laura, we will think of you often and pray that God’s hand leads you. Take care, and know that he will be missed; he has left a great legacy.
Love,
Heidi, Don, Tyler, Todd Klopp
I’m very sorry for your loss. I pray God will give you strength in the days and tough times ahead..Take care of each other and lean on God for you needs..
In deepest sympathy,
Cathy Fieldson Clements and Family..
Laura, Erin, Dan, Carl, and Shannon
I was greatly saddened to hear about your loss. I have fond memories of the big picnic in your back yard with Ed in charge of the grill, and the weekend Mabel and I spent at the house in Ocean City. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Hold on to your friends and all the great memories that have accumulated over the years. May God bless you.
Mike Hoover
We are so sorry for your loss of a wonderful husband and father. Remember him with love and laughter – not to mention that great smile. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lynn and Mike Fortney
We were very sad to hear of Ed’s passing. It’s been many years since we were in contact, but we have such fond memories of the time we spent together when our children were young. Laura and family, you’re in our thoughts and prayers. Ed was a very special person.
Rich, Charlie & Nicole Mitchell
Our deepest and heartfelt sympathy to you, Laura and family on the loss of Ed.
May God give you rest and comfort during this trying time.
Love,
Ron and Sondra Horne & family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
John & Linda Coe
We extend to you all our deepest sympathy in this time of sorrow. Ed’s determination and strength to live life to its fullest, regardless of his circumstances, was an inspiration to us all. He will be greatly missed among the Kellogg’s family, but be assured, he will be remembered always. May God’s comfort and peace rest upon you, his loving family, and upon all of us who were blessed to know him.
Sincerely,
Kathy Herr & family
I would like to send my Deepest Sympathy to you, Laura and your family. I’m so sorry for your loss. I remember the wonderful times we worked together When you substituted, for the nurse, at Warwick High School. You always talked about Ed and the kids. I will always remember his thoughtfulness, the time he brought you a McDonald’s breakfast sandwich and coffee, and brought me the same. I’m still there. He will be missed.
Deb Minnerly
Warwick Nurses Assistant
