Carl Robert Johnson's Obituary
Tavares, Fl. - Carl Robert Johnson 82 passed away from a brief illness on Friday September 7, 2018 while under hospice care at Lake Eustis Nursing Home/Rehabilitation Center.
Carl was born in Stow Creek Twp. NJ to the late Orville and Emma Land Johnson. He served in the United States Army from 1953 to 1959. After receiving an Honorable Discharge from the United States Army, he settled in Bridgeton NJ. Carl made a career as a Clothing Operator at M.C. Schrank’s and Major Clothing. After retiring he moved to Florida where he had a couple part time jobs during retirement. Carl loved spending time with family, taking long walks though the day to stay fit, playing golf and spending time with his best friend Max.
Surviving are his two sons Paul A Johnson and his wife, Lori of Myrtle Beach SC and Barry L. Johnson and his wife, Dawn of Bridgeton NJ. Three beloved grandchildren Kyrsten Lee, Brandon Johnson and Katlin Johnson and three beloved great grandchildren Brielle, Julianna and Lucas. He is preceded in death by his sister Beatrice Sturman and his brothers Orville Jr., Kenny, Ted, Raymond and Donald.
At Carl’s request graveside funeral services will take place privately at the Cumberland County Veterans Cemetery.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Steverson, Hamlin & Hilbish Funerals and Cremations, 226 E. Burleigh Blvd., Tavares, FL 32778, (352)343-4444. Online condolences may be left on the Tribute Wall at www.steversonhamlinhilbish.com
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