Loyde Johnson obituary

Loyde Gustaf Johnson
1937 – 2018

SKOWHEGAN — Loyde Gustaf Johnson, 80, of Skowhegan, passed away Jan. 31.
He was born June 4, 1937, in Worcester, Mass., the son of Gustaf and Beatrice (Smith) Johnson.

He grew up in Skowhegan, where he attended local schools. On December 16, 1961, he married the love of his life, Dawna J. Heald, in North Anson. He was employed for many years by Norrwock Shoe and later by the Towne Motel as a maintenance technician. He was a member of the Church of the Nazarene and was blessed to have transported many children to and from Sunday school. Loyde enjoyed working with his hands and loved mechanics, wood carving, and spending time with his family. He had a wonderful sense of humor and a big heart. He had a passion for animals and enjoyed spending time with his pets — Sophie, Tiger and Buddy.
Loyde is survived by his wife of 56 years, Dawna; two daughters, Catherine B. Chapman and Wendy M. Belanger and husband Theodore of Skowhegan; two granddaughters, Amy Haynes of Anson and husband Joel, Kirstie Belanger of Skowhegan; two grandsons, Justin Chapman and wife Debbie of Biddeford, Travis Russell of Skowhegan; two great-granddaughters, Eden Haynes of Anson and Claire Chapman of Biddeford; one great-grandson, Andrew Haynes of Anson; his brother, Butch Johnson of Fairfield; his sister, Ruth Smith and husband Walter, of Oakland; and a brother-in-law, Nathan Oliver of Florida. He was predeceased by his mother, Beatrice; father, Gustaf; step-mother, Geraldine; brother, Robert; mother-in-law, Helen Heald; and brother-in-law, Richard Heald. Loyde’s family was his greatest treasure. He was a remarkable man and was deeply loved by many. His family will always remember him as a devoted and loving husband, father and grandfather.
Our family wishes to thank the DCI angels for their special care over the last six years as he received dialysis. He loved and appreciated you all. Per Loyde’s wishes, there will be no visitation or funeral service. A graveside service at East Cemetery in Skowhegan will be announced at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make donations in Loyde’s memory to the Somerset Humane Society, PO Box 453, Skowhegan, ME 04976-0453.
Arrangements under the direction of Dan & Scott’s Cremation & Funeral Service, 445 Waterville Road, Skowhegan.