Russell Johnson Obituary

JOHNSON Russell Very sad to hear the news of Russell passing as still
a very young active New Zealander.My condolences to the family as I know will be missed by all who knew him.Gary Ward

To our former CO from four of your ratings, Jaws, Grumpy, Shamus and Debris. Many happy times at sea and ashore, thanks for the great adventures following our great leader. May the winds be fair and the seas calm on your passage to the other side.

JOHNSON, Russell. Cdr. VRD RNZNVR (Rtd). Honorary member S/R's Mess HMNZS Ngapona. A respected CO. Loving thoughts to Margaret and family. From S/R's past and present HMNZS Ngapona.

JOHNSON, Russell Joseph. Russ, your cousins are all so proud of you. We grieve with Margaret, Sarah, Katherine, Aunty Bib and the Whanau. A totara has fallen, the wairua remains.

JOHNSON, Russell Joseph. On 24 July. Much loved and highly esteemed nephew of Athol and Elizabeth. Our love and sympathy to Margie, Katherine, Sarah and Bib, Sue, Cookie, Kel and their families.

JOHNSON, Russell. Chief District Court Judge. On 24 July 2011 suddenly. The inspiration and humanity of this warm and wonderful leader will be greatly missed. A mighty Totara has fallen and the forest is silent. Inserted by his District Court colleagues.

JOHNSON, Russell Joseph. Chief District Court Judge. Cdr VRD RNZNVR (rtd) L100497. On 24 July 2011, at Auckland Hospital. It is with great sadness that I receive news of the passing of a pre-eminent New Zealander and loyal friend. I worked with Russell at Wynyard Wood and saw first- hand his commitment and love for the people of Auckland. He later served on the District Court Bench and served this city and our country admirably. On behalf of the people of Auckland, I offer my sincerest condolences to his wife Margaret, daughters Katherine and Sarah, extended family and friends. - Len Brown, Mayor.

JOHNSON, Russell Joseph. Dearly beloved son of Eileen and Garfield (deceased) Johnson, brother and brother- in-law of Sue and Pat, Cookie and Jock, Kelly and Jan and uncle and great uncle of his nieces and nephews. Russ we miss you and love you.

JOHNSON, Russell. Passed away suddenly 24 July 2011. A very special man who touched our hearts. Our love and thoughts are with you Margie, Catherine, Sarah and families and wonderful mum Na. It was a privilege to have had Russell in our lives. Don, Gaye, Jodi, Shelly and family.

JOHNSON, Russell. Our best friend and neighbour of 39 years. Fondest memories of great times shared. So sadly missed. Our loving thoughts to Margaret, Katherine and Sarah, and the wider Johnson family. From Graeme and Lynda Bryant and family.