Rex Peterman Johnson

A loving Husband, Brother, & Father. Age 76 of Woodbury died suddenly at his home Saturday, November 8, 2014 surrounded by his family. Rex was born May 28, 1938 in Iowa City, Iowa to Gerald and Ezma (Peterman) Johnson. His family traveled quite a bit during his early childhood before settling in St. Paul, Minnesota. He enlisted in the National Guard in 1955 before joining the United States Marine Corp in 1958 and was honorably discharged. Rex did many things in his early years including owning and operating a bar on Lake Owasso. He was a bartender when he met the love of his life, Jean Weyenberg. They were married in October 1967. They settled on the West Side of St. Paul where they raised their two children Wade and Wendy. Early on, Rex had worked for the Great Northern Railway, the Federal Aviation Administration, and finally the United States Postal Service where he retired. Some of his biggest accomplishments came when he was a Business Agent with the American Postal Workers Union where he served as Local Secretary, Local President, and State President. And some of his other accomplishments came from his recovery from gambling and alcoholism. He recently received his 30-year pin from Gamblers Anonymous. He was always one to help others in their addictions too. But what will be missed most is his story telling. He could captivate many with his stories of growing up, work, and family. Many who were part of his life will miss Rex. Rex is survived by his children, Wade (Lynn), and Wendy. Grandchildren, Madeline, Ella, Annika, Lauren, and Grant. Sister, Carla; special nephew, Brett (Erin); great-nephew Dean. Sister-in-laws, Mary (David) Endru, and Jeri (Michael) Dickrell; nieces and nephews, Sandra, Jaqueline, Julia, Maren, George, Amy, Tanya, Lloyd, Mary, and Justin; great-nephews Judd, Adam, Gabriel, and Marcus. Preceded in death by his parents Ezma and Gerald, beloved wife Jean; brother, Tom; nephews, Kurt and John Jr. Funeral service will be held on Thursday, November 13th at 10AM. A visitation prior to the service will be at 9AM at the Church of the Assumption in Saint Paul. Internment will be at Fort Snelling National Cemetery.

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Rex Peterman Johnson

May 28, 1938 - November 8, 2014

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Rex Peterman Johnson

May 28, 1938 - November 8, 2014

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