Johnson, Fredrick James
Fredrick James Johnson
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Fredrick James Johnson on Tuesday, November 19th, 2024.
Fred was born on July 12th, 1941, in Findlater, Saskatchewan where he worked the farm until finally fulfilling his dream of owning a bar and moved to Grayson, SK. He later retired to Craik, SK and then eventually made his way to Moose Jaw, SK.
Through the many years, Fred embraced his family and made many friends. He braved cold nights coaching hockey, prepping the team for Sports Days in the local communities, and ripping up the dancefloor of many Cabarets. There was always a pot of coffee on with a game of cards that would often lead into late evenings. There were moments of advice guiding you through tough times, and even a baby calf or two that would make it in the house to nurse it from the cold. His Christmas sound and light display was sure to turn a few heads, and you would see him out climbing ladders making all the magic of the season happen. Fred’s love of the farm was a carried-on tradition from his father, to him, then to his son, though he did mention from time to time that he should have been a lawyer.
On November 19th, 2024, at the age of 83 years, Fred started another journey and closed his eyes to finally rest. He was predeceased by his parents, James and Sophia; and his first love, Phyliss. Life blessed Fred with all the gifts time could offer, as he started to build the family farm, a place of which he was proud.
Fred is survived by his second love and wife, Darlene, a woman who stood by his side and kept her promise of till death do us part and a woman that helped him become someone unique; his children: Debbie, Kenneth, Gordon (Bobbie), and Christine, whom he guided without fail and gave us a hope for all our dreams; his grandchildren: Kevin (Kelsey), Breanna, Desmond, Justice (Alyssa), Jason, Rilie, and Brayden, all of which were the pride of his heart and he was just as much of a kid as they were, always willing to try most things they did; and his great-grandchildren: Dominick, KatyLynn, Jaxon, and Legacy. Fred had a special bond with his sisters, Phyliss and Donna, who referred to him at times as their Sonny. Fred will forever be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandpa, great-grandpa, brother, uncle, cousin, brother-in-law, and friend. We all have so many fond memories of Fred and he will truly be missed.
We would like to thank the doctors and nurses on the both the Medicine and ICU wards at the Dr. F.H. Wigmore Regional Hospital for the amazing care Fred received during his time there.
A Celebration of Fred’s Life will be held on Saturday, June 21st, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. in the Harvey Room at Moose Jaw Funeral Home. Those not able to attend may view the service by going to www.moosejawfuneralhome.com/webcast/. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Fred’s name may be made to Findlater Cemetery c/o RM of Dufferin 190, Box 67, Bethune, SK S0G 0H0.
Rest easy Grandpa Fred, we love you!
Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Andrew Pratt, Funeral Director 306-693-4550
Deepest Sympathies to all of Fred’s family. I shall always remember his voice, laugh and kind , loving, honest and welcoming nature. I grew up knowing him and was lucky to have done so. Hugs to all. He will be missed.
Thank you for those kind words. Grandpa’s laugh was one of a kind and was almost too honest to a fault. We loved him so.
I will make the family aware of the hugs sent.
I am so sad to hear the news of Fred’s passing. I’m sending my deepest condolences to each and everyone of his family.
Fred was around my family for as long as I remember when I lived in Find later!
His infectious laugh & smile, his helpfulness & kindness will always be remembered with a smile. Rest Easy Freddy!
Thank you for the kind words. We all are quite hurt about this loss. But anyone that lived around the farm was always welcomed over for a game of cards and a visit. He will be missed.
I will always remember His laugh, his head tilt grin, his outgoing personality. My condolences to you all.
Grandpa was quite a character. He always had a joke and a laugh waiting shortly after it. Thank you for the condolences, I will make sure the rest are aware as well.
Hugs to all of the Johnson family at this sad time. Condolences
Thank you very much. I will let the rest of the family know about the condolences.
Our deepest condolences to all the family.
Thank you. I will make sure to let the rest of the family know.
My deepest sympathies to Fred’s family and friends….especially Gord, Bobby and their family….a good man raises a good family ….so very sorry for your loss
Grandpa did raise us all well. Thank you very much for the condolences
He was suvh a wonderful and loving man, he always would make u smile, laugh, and was always a joker. I remember going to the farm with my parents to visit and we ended up staying longer than expected and it was always a good time, im so glad u got to meet ur great granddaughter before this very sad day
Rip uncle fred u will be missed always
Thank you for the sweet memory, Grandpa always had a card game ready for anyone who came to visit. A hour visit turned into 4 quite quickly.
I didn’t know Fred for as long as most here, but I found him to be an open, honest, and welcoming person. I’ll miss our phone calls where he always made me laugh. To Darlene, his children, and all his family, our thoughts are with you. He was a good man.
Thank you for that Dale, Grandpa was always the first one with a Joke. Thank you for your condolences. I will let the rest of the family know.
Our deepest sympathy to Fred’s family & friends! Fred was a kind, funny man! Thinking of all of you during this difficult time.
Thank you. I will let the rest of our family know about the condolences.
My heavy heart thoughts and prayers goes out to the many branches of the Johnson family tree I was fortunate to have a lot of good moments and memories of that great and wonderful man he will be very sadly missed rest easy Fred tell I see u again
We appreciate the kind words Dustin, I’ll make sure I let the rest of the family know as well.
My heavy heart sorrows prayers go out to many branches of the Johnson family tree I was very fortunate to have known Fred he’s mom and dad and most of the family when I was just a Lil lad lots of good moments and memories he will be very sadly missed rest well Fred tell we meet again
My Deepest sympathy to all .
Fed was great! I Have alot of fond memories growing up with his family.
I remeber running around on the hay bales and riding the little dirtbike and just visiting wether it was at the farm or at grandma Johnson’s.
When I got older I was DD driver for Fred and Carl, after Ronnie and Kathys wedding. We laughed alot on the way to the farm .
Then When Fred n Darlene had the bar in Grayson ,a friend of mine and I went and spent a night there playing pool and had soo much fun.
He will be greatly missed and hope he’s having a great time with my parents and everyone else . R.I.P. Fred
From the Smith family condolences to the Johnson family .
We are so sorry for your loss. We have a lot of fun memories! Kid at heart is such a good description.
We are sorry we can’t attend the celebration of Fred’s life, one of our grandsons is getting married that day.
We will be thinking of you all.
My condolences to all the family. I came onto the Findlater scene about the same time as Darlene, and for the same circumstances. Fred and Darlene were always so inviting and accepting. So kind and friendly. He will certainly be missed. I hope he runs into Gord when he gets looking around up there.