Obituary of Robert H. Johnson

Robert H. Johnson, 84, of Glastonbury, died Sunday April 3, 2016 at Hartford Hospital. Born August 29, 1931 in Putnam, CT., son of the late Henry G. and Edna (Andrews) Johnson, he had lived in Glastonbury since 1959. Prior to his retirement he was an Underwriter for Travelers Insurance Co. for over 30 years. Bob was a graduate of Woodstock Academy and The University of Connecticut. Bob served in the US Army Medical Corps, in Fort Lewis Washington as a Medical Technician. He was an active and longtime member of the First Church of Christ, Congregational, serving as a deacon and on many service committees, and was an active member of the Glastonbury International Club. Among Bob’s many and varied interests, he enjoyed Cajun dancing, gardening, playing tennis and the Rhode Island beaches. Bob was a devoted and loving father and grandfather, and a generous and supportive friend to many. He is survived by his son Paul D. Johnson and his wife Jean of Mansfield, his daughter Teri E. Johnson of Portland and his three grandchildren, Taylor, Andrew and Shelby Johnson. He was predeceased by his son Mark R. Johnson and his brother Donald Johnson. Funeral service will be held Saturday April 9 at 11am, at the First Church of Christ, Congregational, 2183 Main St., Glastonbury. This will be followed by a reception at the church. Friends may call at the Mulryan Funeral Home, 725 Hebron Ave., Glastonbury on Friday April 8 from 5-7pm. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Memorial Garden Fund, First Church of Christ, 2183 Main St., Glastonbury, CT. 06033 or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Place, Memphis, TN 38105. For online condolences please visit www.mulryanfh.com.