Randy Johnson

[Sean Augustine]

For those of you who haven't heard, Randy Johnson (Chris and Marc's dad) passed away yesterday morning.

Marc passed along the funeral home information to me, I'm not sure when the service is going to be yet:

Forbis and Dick Funeral Home
(336) 275-8408
1118 N. Elm St.
Greensboro, NC 27401

I spent a lot of time at Mr. Randy and Mrs. Kay's house in the '90's and never felt like I was anywhere but home. You just never forget when people treat you that way.

[Composite Specialties]

Thanks Sean, anyone that came to our house was always one of the family, especially you and Tim Borway.

PLEASANT GARDEN – Randall R. Johnson, 67, died Wednesday, April 20, 2005, at his home after a brief illness.

The family will receive friends Friday, April 22, 2005 from 7-9:00 PM at the Forbis & Dick Funeral Home, 1118 N. Elm Street, Greensboro. The funeral service will be held in the Funeral Home Chapel at 2:00 PM, Saturday, April 23, 2005. The Rev. Steve Martin, Minister of Pleasant Garden United Methodist Church will officiate.

He was born Jan. 25, 1938 to Parents Hassell and Geneva Johnson. He was the oldest son and was a lifelong native of Greensboro. He was preceded in death by his beloved father, Hassell Johnson and his Grandparents Walter and Mallie Terrell. He was a member of McConnell Road Baptist Church and graduated from Alamance High School in 1956. He was an Eagle Scout and also served as a Military Policeman in the NC National Guard. He graduated from GTCC with an Associates Degree in Refrigeration.

He and wife Kay met at Traders Chevrolet, fell in love and were married on April 9, 1960. They lived their entire lives in the Greensboro area, recently celebrating their 45th Anniversary.

He was a devoted husband and father to his three children and their families. He was a wonderful Grandfather to his two Grandchildren Matt and Sami, who were precious to him and made his life wonderful.

He was a longtime racer of Hydroplane Speedboats, member of the American Power Boat Association. He and father Hassell began racing in the 1950’s, winning many titles through his 25-year career. He loved racing and passed this tradition along his sons, Marc and Chris.

Randy was an avid supporter of Southeast High School women’s basketball where his daughter, Kim, played and currently coaches. He loved the many years of traveling the country and overseas watching and following Kim’s playing nationally and internationally.

He retired from Conservatrol Corp. as President after 25 years. He was a longtime member of the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers.

Special recognition to his High School graduating class of 1956, who were like his brothers and sisters. Thank you for always being there for him, he loved all of you dearly.

He is survived by his wife, Kay T. Johnson of the home, son Chris Johnson and Christine Haggai of Greensboro, son Marc and Beth Johnson of Pleasant Garden, daughter Kim and John Furlough of Pleasant Garden, grandson Matt Furlough of Pleasant Garden, granddaughter Samantha Furlough of Pleasant Garden, mother Geneva Johnson of Greensboro, sisters Pat Hairr (Larry) and Sherry Smith (Bobby), sister-in-law Betty and Don Lashley, and many cousins, nieces and nephews

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to The American Cancer Society, Relay For Life, SEHS Team, 4-A Oak Branch Dr., Greensboro, NC 27407.

If anyone would like to submit your condolences, please follow this link to the Funeral service website and select North Elm Street chapel and put Randall Johnson for the name. http://www.forbisanddick.com/condolences.htm

[David Weaver]

Childhood Hero

Our heartfelt condolences Marc and Chris. Randy was a great competitor and super nice gentleman. He was a childhood boat racing hero to me. A mountain of a man that loved to run those Loopers!! I always remember Randy taking Kay for rides at Camden in the D-Looper!

[jsilvestri]

I'm sorry to hear of the loss. My condolences to the Johnson family.

[Dave M]

Regards

Marc, Chris, and Family,

You have my deepest sympathies; a great family in boat racing that has done a lot for our sport. A true good man.
The Mason's will keep you guys in our prayers and thoughts.

[fred tyson]

deepest felt sorrow

Marc, Chris Kay and all, as you know your father and iwere great friends for many years, i remember sitting at Hassels home when both of you were small men, I truly respected your father and family , and I always felt he was a great person and a true friend, he will be missed by all---Fred Tyson

[John Schubert]

Randy Johnson

Thanks Sean, anyone that came to our house was always one of the family, especially you and Tim Borway.

PLEASANT GARDEN – Randall R. Johnson, 67, died Wednesday, April 20, 2005, at his home after a brief illness.

The family will receive friends Friday, April 22, 2005 from 7-9:00 PM at the Forbis & Dick Funeral Home, 1118 N. Elm Street, Greensboro. The funeral service will be held in the Funeral Home Chapel at 2:00 PM, Saturday, April 23, 2005. The Rev. Steve Martin, Minister of Pleasant Garden United Methodist Church will officiate.

He was born Jan. 25, 1938 to Parents Hassell and Geneva Johnson. He was the oldest son and was a lifelong native of Greensboro. He was preceded in death by his beloved father, Hassell Johnson and his Grandparents Walter and Mallie Terrell. He was a member of McConnell Road Baptist Church and graduated from Alamance High School in 1956. He was an Eagle Scout and also served as a Military Policeman in the NC National Guard. He graduated from GTCC with an Associates Degree in Refrigeration.

He and wife Kay met at Traders Chevrolet, fell in love and were married on April 9, 1960. They lived their entire lives in the Greensboro area, recently celebrating their 45th Anniversary.

He was a devoted husband and father to his three children and their families. He was a wonderful Grandfather to his two Grandchildren Matt and Sami, who were precious to him and made his life wonderful.

He was a longtime racer of Hydroplane Speedboats, member of the American Power Boat Association. He and father Hassell began racing in the 1950’s, winning many titles through his 25-year career. He loved racing and passed this tradition along his sons, Marc and Chris.

Randy was an avid supporter of Southeast High School women’s basketball where his daughter, Kim, played and currently coaches. He loved the many years of traveling the country and overseas watching and following Kim’s playing nationally and internationally.

He retired from Conservatrol Corp. as President after 25 years. He was a longtime member of the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineers.

Special recognition to his High School graduating class of 1956, who were like his brothers and sisters. Thank you for always being there for him, he loved all of you dearly.

He is survived by his wife, Kay T. Johnson of the home, son Chris Johnson and Christine Haggai of Greensboro, son Marc and Beth Johnson of Pleasant Garden, daughter Kim and John Furlough of Pleasant Garden, grandson Matt Furlough of Pleasant Garden, granddaughter Samantha Furlough of Pleasant Garden, mother Geneva Johnson of Greensboro, sisters Pat Hairr (Larry) and Sherry Smith (Bobby), sister-in-law Betty and Don Lashley, and many cousins, nieces and nephews

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to The American Cancer Society, Relay For Life, SEHS Team, 4-A Oak Branch Dr., Greensboro, NC 27407.

If anyone would like to submit your condolences, please follow this link to the Funeral service website and select North Elm Street chapel and put Randall Johnson for the name. http://www.forbisanddick.com/condolences.htm

Marc,

My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your extended family. Randy & I raced against each other in the late 60's & early 70's in the pro category. Mostly when I came to region 4 from NJ. We got to be fairly good friens as My dad and Hassel did as well. I don't know if you are aware that there is a picture posted on Ron Hill's site from the 1970 pro nationals at Depue showing Randy & myself.

[Tim Borway]

DEEPEST SYMPATHY from Char & Tim

We send our regrets and sympathy to Mrs Kay, Kim, John, Chris, Marc & Beth for their loss. I have very fond memories of visiting with the Johnsons at their home. I think they invented the term "Southern Hospitality". Long days pretending to help Marc in the boat shop. Watching the clock. Waiting for Randy and Chris to come home from work so I could sneak away and listen to stories from Randy's past. Sitting outside the boat shop laughing as Clyde ate Marc's boat plans. Randy once said that I was the only yankee welcome in his North Carolina. I hope he new how much that ment to me.

[Bill Huson]

A sad day . . .

Condolences to Chris, Marc, and the entire Johnson family.

[roperz111]

Thank you to all.

I just want to send this heartfelt thank you to all of you guys and your support. I always considered, as I'm sure all of you have, our sport as much as an extended family as a sport. My Dad loved racing, and always wanted to know how things went whenever I'd return home. He taught me so much, and I was still learning from him to this day. I know he'll always watch over me.

My special thanks to Tim Borway, who stayed here with us and helped us through the last few days, especially with my brother Marc. Also, to Sean Augustine, Janet Stoy and Dave Howard who made a very special trip Friday from the racesite night to see us in Greensboro. I will never forget it.

I hated to hear about the wind demons at Camden, I surely would have liked to have been there, and I'm sure my Dad would have also. Also, sorry to hear about Dave Howard's spill, to Dave: Heal up soon my friend!!

Best regards,
Chris Johnson
111-Z

[Bob Dunlap]

Sad day

I just wanted to extend condolences to Marc, Chris and the entire family. We enjoyed a lot of good stories and remembrances about Randy at Lakeland last weekend. There were a lot of people there that raced with him and loved sharing stories about Randy and the old days.