Mr. Terry V. "DR. BOO" Johnson of Fort Smith, Arkansas died January 22, 2009, in his home in Fort Smith. Mr. Johnson was 62 years, and 6 days old. He was the son of George and Lois (Edwards)Johnson.
Mr. Johnson worked on school newspapers and was active in the school debate programs. Later, he became known as "TJ the DJ" on KSIM radio, even before he graduated Sikeston High School. He worked his way through college(University of Missouri) in the field of journalism. He earned a bachelor's degree and then a master's degree while working at a local Comumbia, Missouri television station.
Mr. Johnson was so effective and dedicated to the principles of fine journalism that one of the office's in the Donald W. Reynolds-Alumni Building at the University of Missouri, is named for Mr. Johnson.
Mr. Johnson arrived in Fort Smith to work for Donrey Media group in a graffiti covered Volkswagen bus, but he when he left this world, he had a red Ferrari convertible in his garage.
Mr. Johnson's first job in Fort Smith was at KFSM(then known as KFSA-TV). He was the creator of the "DR. BOO" show which hosted late night scary movies for kids and teens. He has a co-host: Melvin the "Dummy Mummy." This show was a hit with the youth of the area. Dr. Boo and Melvin made numerous appearance at special events over it "life" on Channel 5.
Later, in the early 1970s, he became an Advertising and Public Relations Director for the Donrey Media Group. He supervised a variety of functions, ranging from corporate communications to community relations.
He enjoyed working on special events, including the opening of the new and remodeled facilities at the numerous Donrey locations.
Mr. Johnson also enjoyed preserving memorabilia of Donald W. Reynolds and took pride in producing these items to Mr. Reynolds on his 80th and 85th birthday parties in Las Vegas, and Hawaii, respectively.
In the early 1990s, ill health and the sale of Donerey, caused Mr. Johnson to retire. But retirement did not stop him from doing things he loved or supported in the community.
He was a avid military history "buff." He was also an ordained lay minister and Mr. Johnson performed numerous weddings in Arkansas.
Mr. Johnson did not only love people, he loved animals as well. In fact, He rescumed many a dog from teh SPCA and was known for his spontaneous generosity and random acts of kindness.
Mr. Johnson is survived by two sisters: Rise'Howard of Kikeston, Missouri and Leslie Kelsay, of Santa Clara, California; two nephews: Ryan Howard, of League City, Texas, and Kyle Howard, of Springfield, Missouri; four maternal aunts, numerous cousins; two dogs, and many, many former colleagues, friends, and neighbors.
Mr. Johnson's passing was celebrated privately by his family.
An informal "Toast to Terry," was held on March 1, 2009, at the Sebastian County Humane Shelter on Kelly Highway, in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
The body was cremated. No other information is known about where Mr. Johnson was laid to rest.
Sources: "Fort Smith Times Record." 21 Feb 2009.; and "Edwards Funeral Home Obituary." 22 Feb. 2009.
Mr. Johnson worked on school newspapers and was active in the school debate programs. Later, he became known as "TJ the DJ" on KSIM radio, even before he graduated Sikeston High School. He worked his way through college(University of Missouri) in the field of journalism. He earned a bachelor's degree and then a master's degree while working at a local Comumbia, Missouri television station.
Mr. Johnson was so effective and dedicated to the principles of fine journalism that one of the office's in the Donald W. Reynolds-Alumni Building at the University of Missouri, is named for Mr. Johnson.
Mr. Johnson arrived in Fort Smith to work for Donrey Media group in a graffiti covered Volkswagen bus, but he when he left this world, he had a red Ferrari convertible in his garage.
Mr. Johnson's first job in Fort Smith was at KFSM(then known as KFSA-TV). He was the creator of the "DR. BOO" show which hosted late night scary movies for kids and teens. He has a co-host: Melvin the "Dummy Mummy." This show was a hit with the youth of the area. Dr. Boo and Melvin made numerous appearance at special events over it "life" on Channel 5.
Later, in the early 1970s, he became an Advertising and Public Relations Director for the Donrey Media Group. He supervised a variety of functions, ranging from corporate communications to community relations.
He enjoyed working on special events, including the opening of the new and remodeled facilities at the numerous Donrey locations.
Mr. Johnson also enjoyed preserving memorabilia of Donald W. Reynolds and took pride in producing these items to Mr. Reynolds on his 80th and 85th birthday parties in Las Vegas, and Hawaii, respectively.
In the early 1990s, ill health and the sale of Donerey, caused Mr. Johnson to retire. But retirement did not stop him from doing things he loved or supported in the community.
He was a avid military history "buff." He was also an ordained lay minister and Mr. Johnson performed numerous weddings in Arkansas.
Mr. Johnson did not only love people, he loved animals as well. In fact, He rescumed many a dog from teh SPCA and was known for his spontaneous generosity and random acts of kindness.
Mr. Johnson is survived by two sisters: Rise'Howard of Kikeston, Missouri and Leslie Kelsay, of Santa Clara, California; two nephews: Ryan Howard, of League City, Texas, and Kyle Howard, of Springfield, Missouri; four maternal aunts, numerous cousins; two dogs, and many, many former colleagues, friends, and neighbors.
Mr. Johnson's passing was celebrated privately by his family.
An informal "Toast to Terry," was held on March 1, 2009, at the Sebastian County Humane Shelter on Kelly Highway, in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
The body was cremated. No other information is known about where Mr. Johnson was laid to rest.
Sources: "Fort Smith Times Record." 21 Feb 2009.; and "Edwards Funeral Home Obituary." 22 Feb. 2009.
Mr. Terry V. "DR. BOO" Johnson of Fort Smith, Arkansas died January 22, 2009, in his home in Fort Smith. Mr. Johnson was 62 years, and 6 days old. He was the son of George and Lois (Edwards)Johnson.
Mr. Johnson worked on school newspapers and was active in the school debate programs. Later, he became known as "TJ the DJ" on KSIM radio, even before he graduated Sikeston High School. He worked his way through college(University of Missouri) in the field of journalism. He earned a bachelor's degree and then a master's degree while working at a local Comumbia, Missouri television station.
Mr. Johnson was so effective and dedicated to the principles of fine journalism that one of the office's in the Donald W. Reynolds-Alumni Building at the University of Missouri, is named for Mr. Johnson.
Mr. Johnson arrived in Fort Smith to work for Donrey Media group in a graffiti covered Volkswagen bus, but he when he left this world, he had a red Ferrari convertible in his garage.
Mr. Johnson's first job in Fort Smith was at KFSM(then known as KFSA-TV). He was the creator of the "DR. BOO" show which hosted late night scary movies for kids and teens. He has a co-host: Melvin the "Dummy Mummy." This show was a hit with the youth of the area. Dr. Boo and Melvin made numerous appearance at special events over it "life" on Channel 5.
Later, in the early 1970s, he became an Advertising and Public Relations Director for the Donrey Media Group. He supervised a variety of functions, ranging from corporate communications to community relations.
He enjoyed working on special events, including the opening of the new and remodeled facilities at the numerous Donrey locations.
Mr. Johnson also enjoyed preserving memorabilia of Donald W. Reynolds and took pride in producing these items to Mr. Reynolds on his 80th and 85th birthday parties in Las Vegas, and Hawaii, respectively.
In the early 1990s, ill health and the sale of Donerey, caused Mr. Johnson to retire. But retirement did not stop him from doing things he loved or supported in the community.
He was a avid military history "buff." He was also an ordained lay minister and Mr. Johnson performed numerous weddings in Arkansas.
Mr. Johnson did not only love people, he loved animals as well. In fact, He rescumed many a dog from teh SPCA and was known for his spontaneous generosity and random acts of kindness.
Mr. Johnson is survived by two sisters: Rise'Howard of Kikeston, Missouri and Leslie Kelsay, of Santa Clara, California; two nephews: Ryan Howard, of League City, Texas, and Kyle Howard, of Springfield, Missouri; four maternal aunts, numerous cousins; two dogs, and many, many former colleagues, friends, and neighbors.
Mr. Johnson's passing was celebrated privately by his family.
An informal "Toast to Terry," was held on March 1, 2009, at the Sebastian County Humane Shelter on Kelly Highway, in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
The body was cremated. No other information is known about where Mr. Johnson was laid to rest.
Sources: "Fort Smith Times Record." 21 Feb 2009.; and "Edwards Funeral Home Obituary." 22 Feb. 2009.
Mr. Johnson worked on school newspapers and was active in the school debate programs. Later, he became known as "TJ the DJ" on KSIM radio, even before he graduated Sikeston High School. He worked his way through college(University of Missouri) in the field of journalism. He earned a bachelor's degree and then a master's degree while working at a local Comumbia, Missouri television station.
Mr. Johnson was so effective and dedicated to the principles of fine journalism that one of the office's in the Donald W. Reynolds-Alumni Building at the University of Missouri, is named for Mr. Johnson.
Mr. Johnson arrived in Fort Smith to work for Donrey Media group in a graffiti covered Volkswagen bus, but he when he left this world, he had a red Ferrari convertible in his garage.
Mr. Johnson's first job in Fort Smith was at KFSM(then known as KFSA-TV). He was the creator of the "DR. BOO" show which hosted late night scary movies for kids and teens. He has a co-host: Melvin the "Dummy Mummy." This show was a hit with the youth of the area. Dr. Boo and Melvin made numerous appearance at special events over it "life" on Channel 5.
Later, in the early 1970s, he became an Advertising and Public Relations Director for the Donrey Media Group. He supervised a variety of functions, ranging from corporate communications to community relations.
He enjoyed working on special events, including the opening of the new and remodeled facilities at the numerous Donrey locations.
Mr. Johnson also enjoyed preserving memorabilia of Donald W. Reynolds and took pride in producing these items to Mr. Reynolds on his 80th and 85th birthday parties in Las Vegas, and Hawaii, respectively.
In the early 1990s, ill health and the sale of Donerey, caused Mr. Johnson to retire. But retirement did not stop him from doing things he loved or supported in the community.
He was a avid military history "buff." He was also an ordained lay minister and Mr. Johnson performed numerous weddings in Arkansas.
Mr. Johnson did not only love people, he loved animals as well. In fact, He rescumed many a dog from teh SPCA and was known for his spontaneous generosity and random acts of kindness.
Mr. Johnson is survived by two sisters: Rise'Howard of Kikeston, Missouri and Leslie Kelsay, of Santa Clara, California; two nephews: Ryan Howard, of League City, Texas, and Kyle Howard, of Springfield, Missouri; four maternal aunts, numerous cousins; two dogs, and many, many former colleagues, friends, and neighbors.
Mr. Johnson's passing was celebrated privately by his family.
An informal "Toast to Terry," was held on March 1, 2009, at the Sebastian County Humane Shelter on Kelly Highway, in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
The body was cremated. No other information is known about where Mr. Johnson was laid to rest.
Sources: "Fort Smith Times Record." 21 Feb 2009.; and "Edwards Funeral Home Obituary." 22 Feb. 2009.
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