Hans Christian Johnson passed away at his home in the Village of Hixton on Tuesday night, Nov. 25, 1947, at the age of 90 years, 3 months and 23 days. He had been in poor health for some time and of late had noticeably failed.
Funeral services were held at the Presbyterian church at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 29th, 1947. The Rev. Winslow Wilson officiated. The song service was given by a quartette composed of Mesdames Forrest Loasching Sr., Andrew Skutley, Harold McGown and Emma Northrup, with Mrs. Chas Stolts as accompanist. Their selections were "Rock of Ages" and "Sweet Bye and Bye". Casket bearers were Messrs Paul Duxbury, Winnie Stevens, James Johnson, Martin Rierson, Charley Newell and Marvin Johnson. Beautiful floral offerings and several memorials were given in his honor. Interment was in the Sechlerville cemetery in the family lot. Many relatives and friends gathered to pay their last respects at these rites. J
Those from away who attended the services were Mrs. Stanley Laing, of Kansas City; Mr. and Mrs. Otis John-son, Madison; Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Peterson and Mr. and Mrs. George Johnson, of Marshfield; Mr. and Mrs. Fred Johnson, Osseo; Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Johnson, of Curran; and Mr. and Mrs. Abel Knutson, of Disco.
Hans Christian Johnson was born in Vardal, Norway, Aug. 2, 1857, the son of Johanes and Agnet Viberg. He was one of a family of nine children all of whom preceded him in death. His father passed away in Norway and at the age of 22 years, Chris, as he was known, came to America with his mother, two brothers and a sister. They arrived at Sechlerville where his brothers John and Matt were living. Chris Johnson was a harness maker by trade, having learned this skill in Norway, and he was employed for a time at B. R. Falls, later coming back to work for his brother John, who had a harness and shoe shop at Sechlerville, and which was moved to Hixton when several other buildings also were moved. He continued in the employ of his brother John until John's death when he took over the business as his own. About 15 years ago he retired as failing eyesight made it impossible to continue.
In 1882 he was married to Bertha Mickelson and to this union four children were born: Joseph, who passed away at his home in St. Paul last July; Mina, Mrs. Rudolph Swenson of Garden Grove, Cal,; Melvin, of Lindsey, Mont.; and Clarence, who passed away in infancy. The mother died soon after.
Three years later Mr. Johnson married Thea Amundson, who survives and mourns his loss. Children of this union are Pauline, at home; Thelma, Mrs, Stanley Laing, of Kansas City, Kan.; and Otis, of Madison. Mrs. Swenson and Melvin were unable to come for the services. Mrs. Laing arrived Thursday before the funeral and Otis and wife came Wednesday to be with the family at home.
Mr. Johnson was a charter member of the Presbyterian church and in faithful attendance as long as his health permitted. He carried his Christianity with him in his daily life, thoroughly honest in all his business dealings and a conscientious workman. Nothing was ever slighted in the work shop. As a hobby he made miniature models of horses. He whittled them by hand with every detail carefully carried out and they were really museum items. One which has for some time in the window of his shop will be remembered by many. A spirited team of horses hitched to a high wheeled open buggy with harness and trappings. It was perfect. Such work was his delight and relaxation.
A year ago last July the golden wedding anniversary of the Johnsons was observed. The children all came from their widely scattered homes and spent some time with them. On the exact date a family dinner took place at the home, followed the next day by a large gathering at the Presbyterian church for relatives and close friends. An occasion to be long rememhered by those attending.
Loss of hearing and failing eyesight deprived Mr. Johnson in the last year of many of the pleasant things in life, usually taken for granted. However, his good wife and daughter at home gave him companionship and provided comfort. Neighbors were frequent callers for he was highly regarded by all who knew him. Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss.
Obituary found in the Badger State Banner, Black River Falls, Wisconsin, December 10, 1947.
Funeral services were held at the Presbyterian church at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 29th, 1947. The Rev. Winslow Wilson officiated. The song service was given by a quartette composed of Mesdames Forrest Loasching Sr., Andrew Skutley, Harold McGown and Emma Northrup, with Mrs. Chas Stolts as accompanist. Their selections were "Rock of Ages" and "Sweet Bye and Bye". Casket bearers were Messrs Paul Duxbury, Winnie Stevens, James Johnson, Martin Rierson, Charley Newell and Marvin Johnson. Beautiful floral offerings and several memorials were given in his honor. Interment was in the Sechlerville cemetery in the family lot. Many relatives and friends gathered to pay their last respects at these rites. J
Those from away who attended the services were Mrs. Stanley Laing, of Kansas City; Mr. and Mrs. Otis John-son, Madison; Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Peterson and Mr. and Mrs. George Johnson, of Marshfield; Mr. and Mrs. Fred Johnson, Osseo; Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Johnson, of Curran; and Mr. and Mrs. Abel Knutson, of Disco.
Hans Christian Johnson was born in Vardal, Norway, Aug. 2, 1857, the son of Johanes and Agnet Viberg. He was one of a family of nine children all of whom preceded him in death. His father passed away in Norway and at the age of 22 years, Chris, as he was known, came to America with his mother, two brothers and a sister. They arrived at Sechlerville where his brothers John and Matt were living. Chris Johnson was a harness maker by trade, having learned this skill in Norway, and he was employed for a time at B. R. Falls, later coming back to work for his brother John, who had a harness and shoe shop at Sechlerville, and which was moved to Hixton when several other buildings also were moved. He continued in the employ of his brother John until John's death when he took over the business as his own. About 15 years ago he retired as failing eyesight made it impossible to continue.
In 1882 he was married to Bertha Mickelson and to this union four children were born: Joseph, who passed away at his home in St. Paul last July; Mina, Mrs. Rudolph Swenson of Garden Grove, Cal,; Melvin, of Lindsey, Mont.; and Clarence, who passed away in infancy. The mother died soon after.
Three years later Mr. Johnson married Thea Amundson, who survives and mourns his loss. Children of this union are Pauline, at home; Thelma, Mrs, Stanley Laing, of Kansas City, Kan.; and Otis, of Madison. Mrs. Swenson and Melvin were unable to come for the services. Mrs. Laing arrived Thursday before the funeral and Otis and wife came Wednesday to be with the family at home.
Mr. Johnson was a charter member of the Presbyterian church and in faithful attendance as long as his health permitted. He carried his Christianity with him in his daily life, thoroughly honest in all his business dealings and a conscientious workman. Nothing was ever slighted in the work shop. As a hobby he made miniature models of horses. He whittled them by hand with every detail carefully carried out and they were really museum items. One which has for some time in the window of his shop will be remembered by many. A spirited team of horses hitched to a high wheeled open buggy with harness and trappings. It was perfect. Such work was his delight and relaxation.
A year ago last July the golden wedding anniversary of the Johnsons was observed. The children all came from their widely scattered homes and spent some time with them. On the exact date a family dinner took place at the home, followed the next day by a large gathering at the Presbyterian church for relatives and close friends. An occasion to be long rememhered by those attending.
Loss of hearing and failing eyesight deprived Mr. Johnson in the last year of many of the pleasant things in life, usually taken for granted. However, his good wife and daughter at home gave him companionship and provided comfort. Neighbors were frequent callers for he was highly regarded by all who knew him. Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss.
Obituary found in the Badger State Banner, Black River Falls, Wisconsin, December 10, 1947.
Hans Christian Johnson passed away at his home in the Village of Hixton on Tuesday night, Nov. 25, 1947, at the age of 90 years, 3 months and 23 days. He had been in poor health for some time and of late had noticeably failed.
Funeral services were held at the Presbyterian church at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 29th, 1947. The Rev. Winslow Wilson officiated. The song service was given by a quartette composed of Mesdames Forrest Loasching Sr., Andrew Skutley, Harold McGown and Emma Northrup, with Mrs. Chas Stolts as accompanist. Their selections were "Rock of Ages" and "Sweet Bye and Bye". Casket bearers were Messrs Paul Duxbury, Winnie Stevens, James Johnson, Martin Rierson, Charley Newell and Marvin Johnson. Beautiful floral offerings and several memorials were given in his honor. Interment was in the Sechlerville cemetery in the family lot. Many relatives and friends gathered to pay their last respects at these rites. J
Those from away who attended the services were Mrs. Stanley Laing, of Kansas City; Mr. and Mrs. Otis John-son, Madison; Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Peterson and Mr. and Mrs. George Johnson, of Marshfield; Mr. and Mrs. Fred Johnson, Osseo; Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Johnson, of Curran; and Mr. and Mrs. Abel Knutson, of Disco.
Hans Christian Johnson was born in Vardal, Norway, Aug. 2, 1857, the son of Johanes and Agnet Viberg. He was one of a family of nine children all of whom preceded him in death. His father passed away in Norway and at the age of 22 years, Chris, as he was known, came to America with his mother, two brothers and a sister. They arrived at Sechlerville where his brothers John and Matt were living. Chris Johnson was a harness maker by trade, having learned this skill in Norway, and he was employed for a time at B. R. Falls, later coming back to work for his brother John, who had a harness and shoe shop at Sechlerville, and which was moved to Hixton when several other buildings also were moved. He continued in the employ of his brother John until John's death when he took over the business as his own. About 15 years ago he retired as failing eyesight made it impossible to continue.
In 1882 he was married to Bertha Mickelson and to this union four children were born: Joseph, who passed away at his home in St. Paul last July; Mina, Mrs. Rudolph Swenson of Garden Grove, Cal,; Melvin, of Lindsey, Mont.; and Clarence, who passed away in infancy. The mother died soon after.
Three years later Mr. Johnson married Thea Amundson, who survives and mourns his loss. Children of this union are Pauline, at home; Thelma, Mrs, Stanley Laing, of Kansas City, Kan.; and Otis, of Madison. Mrs. Swenson and Melvin were unable to come for the services. Mrs. Laing arrived Thursday before the funeral and Otis and wife came Wednesday to be with the family at home.
Mr. Johnson was a charter member of the Presbyterian church and in faithful attendance as long as his health permitted. He carried his Christianity with him in his daily life, thoroughly honest in all his business dealings and a conscientious workman. Nothing was ever slighted in the work shop. As a hobby he made miniature models of horses. He whittled them by hand with every detail carefully carried out and they were really museum items. One which has for some time in the window of his shop will be remembered by many. A spirited team of horses hitched to a high wheeled open buggy with harness and trappings. It was perfect. Such work was his delight and relaxation.
A year ago last July the golden wedding anniversary of the Johnsons was observed. The children all came from their widely scattered homes and spent some time with them. On the exact date a family dinner took place at the home, followed the next day by a large gathering at the Presbyterian church for relatives and close friends. An occasion to be long rememhered by those attending.
Loss of hearing and failing eyesight deprived Mr. Johnson in the last year of many of the pleasant things in life, usually taken for granted. However, his good wife and daughter at home gave him companionship and provided comfort. Neighbors were frequent callers for he was highly regarded by all who knew him. Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss.
Obituary found in the Badger State Banner, Black River Falls, Wisconsin, December 10, 1947.
Funeral services were held at the Presbyterian church at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 29th, 1947. The Rev. Winslow Wilson officiated. The song service was given by a quartette composed of Mesdames Forrest Loasching Sr., Andrew Skutley, Harold McGown and Emma Northrup, with Mrs. Chas Stolts as accompanist. Their selections were "Rock of Ages" and "Sweet Bye and Bye". Casket bearers were Messrs Paul Duxbury, Winnie Stevens, James Johnson, Martin Rierson, Charley Newell and Marvin Johnson. Beautiful floral offerings and several memorials were given in his honor. Interment was in the Sechlerville cemetery in the family lot. Many relatives and friends gathered to pay their last respects at these rites. J
Those from away who attended the services were Mrs. Stanley Laing, of Kansas City; Mr. and Mrs. Otis John-son, Madison; Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Peterson and Mr. and Mrs. George Johnson, of Marshfield; Mr. and Mrs. Fred Johnson, Osseo; Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Johnson, of Curran; and Mr. and Mrs. Abel Knutson, of Disco.
Hans Christian Johnson was born in Vardal, Norway, Aug. 2, 1857, the son of Johanes and Agnet Viberg. He was one of a family of nine children all of whom preceded him in death. His father passed away in Norway and at the age of 22 years, Chris, as he was known, came to America with his mother, two brothers and a sister. They arrived at Sechlerville where his brothers John and Matt were living. Chris Johnson was a harness maker by trade, having learned this skill in Norway, and he was employed for a time at B. R. Falls, later coming back to work for his brother John, who had a harness and shoe shop at Sechlerville, and which was moved to Hixton when several other buildings also were moved. He continued in the employ of his brother John until John's death when he took over the business as his own. About 15 years ago he retired as failing eyesight made it impossible to continue.
In 1882 he was married to Bertha Mickelson and to this union four children were born: Joseph, who passed away at his home in St. Paul last July; Mina, Mrs. Rudolph Swenson of Garden Grove, Cal,; Melvin, of Lindsey, Mont.; and Clarence, who passed away in infancy. The mother died soon after.
Three years later Mr. Johnson married Thea Amundson, who survives and mourns his loss. Children of this union are Pauline, at home; Thelma, Mrs, Stanley Laing, of Kansas City, Kan.; and Otis, of Madison. Mrs. Swenson and Melvin were unable to come for the services. Mrs. Laing arrived Thursday before the funeral and Otis and wife came Wednesday to be with the family at home.
Mr. Johnson was a charter member of the Presbyterian church and in faithful attendance as long as his health permitted. He carried his Christianity with him in his daily life, thoroughly honest in all his business dealings and a conscientious workman. Nothing was ever slighted in the work shop. As a hobby he made miniature models of horses. He whittled them by hand with every detail carefully carried out and they were really museum items. One which has for some time in the window of his shop will be remembered by many. A spirited team of horses hitched to a high wheeled open buggy with harness and trappings. It was perfect. Such work was his delight and relaxation.
A year ago last July the golden wedding anniversary of the Johnsons was observed. The children all came from their widely scattered homes and spent some time with them. On the exact date a family dinner took place at the home, followed the next day by a large gathering at the Presbyterian church for relatives and close friends. An occasion to be long rememhered by those attending.
Loss of hearing and failing eyesight deprived Mr. Johnson in the last year of many of the pleasant things in life, usually taken for granted. However, his good wife and daughter at home gave him companionship and provided comfort. Neighbors were frequent callers for he was highly regarded by all who knew him. Sympathy is extended to the family in their loss.
Obituary found in the Badger State Banner, Black River Falls, Wisconsin, December 10, 1947.
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