Sherman Leroy Johnson

Sherman Leroy Johnson On September 13, 2022, Sherm passed away due to complications of a bone infection. He was preceded in death by his wife Jacqueline (Skramstad), father Joseph, mother Edna, Brother Norman, Sister Charlotte and granddaughters, Anna, Olivia and Kira. On May 1, 1932 Sherm was born and raised in Nome, ND until he was 11 years old and then their family moved to Bremerton, WA. They then returned to Nome after four years. He graduated from Marion High School. He enjoyed school, sports and especially playing basketball. After graduation, he went to work in Valley City, ND and started work with Collins Highway Construction helping build Interstate 94. Sherm signed on in the Army where he had his basic training in Fort Hood, Texas. On July 1, 1956 Sherm married the love of his life, Jackie Skramstad. She went with him to Fort Collins Colorado. He was also stationed in Fort Ord California and Camp Roberts California. After his two year stint with the Army they moved to Valley City where he spent four years in the National Guard while working at the Barnes County Creamery. In 1968 They moved to Blaine, MN where he went to work for Control Data Corporation. He retired from Control Data in 1991. During retirement he worked for Kotke's Bus Company, and United Siding Inc. Sherman was a devoted father, grandfather and great grandfather and was known by his grandchildren as "Poppy" and "Great Poppy". He was gracious with his time to his family and attended sporting events, dance events, and many school activities. He enjoyed his trips to Nevada, Texas, Florida and other warm places. Sherman loved playing Bingo, pinochle, working on puzzles, singing, dancing, watching the Twins, Vikings, Gophers and Timberwolves. He lived 90 years, 4 months and 13 days, and he had a great life. He was the best dad, poppy, great poppy, and he cherished his family as they were his greatest gift. He was so proud of them all, and always told them how much he loved them. He was kind to everyone he knew, and always willing to lend a hand. He is survived by children, Shelly (Ken) Walberg, Troy (Karen) Johnson, Nancy (Phil) Reichel. Grandchildren JoCee (Bob) McCann, Jena Ricci, Jon Walberg, Alec (Marissa) Johnson, Sierra Johnson, Jordan, Jacson and Boden Reichel. Great grandchildren, Alayna and Robert McCann, Ramsey and Rory Ricci and James Leroy Walberg. Sister Sandra (Terry) Kemmer, Inlaws - Barbara & Chuck Nogowski, Robert Hanson, Carol Peterson, Jerry & Sharon Skramstad, JoAnn Sowden, Marlyne Skramstad and many loving nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Many thanks to Allina Hospice and the staff at Crestview Senior Apartments in Blaine, MN. A memorial service will be held on Friday, September 30, 10:00 am visitation, service at 11:00 am at Washburn McRreavy, Coon Rapids Chapel Memorials in Sherman's name to: Veterans Memorial Park of Blaine, c/o Steve Guider 13124 Eldorado St NE, Blaine, MN 55449

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Sherman Leroy Johnson

May 1, 1932 - September 13, 2022

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Sherman Leroy Johnson

May 1, 1932 - September 13, 2022

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