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Robert Johnson passed away April 2, 2018. He was preceded in death by mother, Mattie Johnson and father, Robert Dodson, and son Keith.

He was born in Cleveland Ohio on December 16, 1940.

He joined the Army in July 1961 and was part of the 101st Airborne Ranger Battalion until his discharge in July 1967.

He became a member of the Brothers Motorcycle Club in Cleveland in the 1970s and was lovingly given the nickname "Boots."

He was the ower of Johnson Electric for 45 years and became a master electrician in the 1980's. He created and grew a successful business during the course of his life, and helped many family, friends, residents, and other businesses with a large variety of electrical services in Ohio and Colorado. 

He was also a pastor  of Springs of Faith Church of the Nazarene in the 80's and 90's. He was strong in his faith to God, and is now walking with the Lord.

His interests were family, music, movies, martial arts, food, and footbal (he was an avid Broncos fan). 

He is survivied by children Robert Jr (Nancy), Ken (Sarah), Laura, Leah (Simon), and grandchildren Alyndria, Micah, and Elijah.


He will be missed by loved ones, family, and friends.  

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Bill Elston
April 12, 2020
April 12, 2020
Robert became a friend of mine through a mutual friend whom I taught with. In about 1995-96 several of us at the high school where we taught needed a social outlet to air our frustrations with the System. We put together a social group that became The Distinguished Gentlemen’s Club. At some point we decided to extend our membership and Robert Johnson’s name was proposed. Even though he was not an educator in the strict sense of the word, he through his membership, taught us many lessons in leadership, humility and most importantly friendship. Robert was a true Gentleman, a wonderful friend and a terrific cook. His BBQ’d ribs were absolutely the best. No restaurant could ever compare. Rest well my friend.
Kevin Bent
April 2, 2020
April 2, 2020
I do miss my friend Bob. I do drive by the world arena often and see the street sign "Bob Johnson". This puts a smile on my face and I think about some of the adventures we had together. I rest assured that he is with our Lord and Savior. Thanks for the memories Bob!
Karen Dimick
May 14, 2018
May 14, 2018
"Boots" was one of the most thoughtful and caring human beings I have met. His second wife, Dodie, was my classmate. After her untimely death, leaving him with a 13 month old son, he allowed me to be Keith’s unofficial “Godmother”, even though I now was living out of state. After he married Joanie, she also considered me part of the family and “Godmother” to Keith. Together he and Joanie raised 5 rambunctious children into kind and caring adults and servants to Christ. I will miss him, his sense of humor, and acceptance of all people. Hugs to all his children and Joanie. I wish peace to them and his other friends and family. .... "Oz"
Joanie Earhart
May 6, 2018
May 6, 2018
the story begins in cleveland when i met "boots" as the sergeant of arms in the brothers motorcycle club. he had two boys rip and keith and a wonderful godly mother mattie. we were married in 1973 and had great times on runs with the club. he was respected by all with his 16 in muscles! Ken was born in 1975 and after a job offer in colorado decided to move to gods country. rest of the story.......to come
Bobbi Biesanz
May 4, 2018
May 4, 2018
I met Bob at the church in Woodlandpark.when his youngest daughter was just a few months old. We had some great camping/hiking experiences with his whole family...We even went white water rafting with the youth group once, and loved it so much that we went back to the start and did it again......Bob..you wil be missed, but I know that we will see you again. Until then my friend...love to you and family
Kevin Bent
April 30, 2018
April 30, 2018
Bob came into my life in 1998. I had just given my life to Christ and when he walked into my office I found out he had been a pastor. He was the first man I prayed with one on one. Our friendship grew and I look forward to seeing him glorified in Christ. My favorite time with Bob was when we took a trip in my RV down to the Great Sand Dunes. We enjoyed a long hike along with my dog. Later that night we ate steak and lobster. Love you Bob!
Thomas Rosenhahn
April 21, 2018
April 21, 2018
I've known Bob for close to 40 years,starting when we lived in Woodland Park. He has always been a good friend, electrician, dad, and brother in the Lord. Bob, Tim, and I have been meeting for breakfast once a week, for the past 25 years and Bob always had a smile on his face, and quick with a laugh. WE will miss him dearly, but I know angels are rejoicing for he is in the presence of the Lord. See you down the road old friend. Tom
Tim Craig
April 16, 2018
April 16, 2018
I am going to miss Bob and "GETTING BOBED" at our monthly poker game He had the knack of getting what he needed on the last card, the "River" card in Texas Hold'em. He did it so often we called it "Getting Bobed". He was always a pleasure to visit with and always had a smile on his face. I will miss him greatly, R.I.P. my friend.  Ed  Not sure why this says from Tim Craig...maybe the link he sent out is in his name....My Thoughts and Prayers are with Bob's Family...
Leah Burling
April 15, 2018
April 15, 2018
Our dad was good at pretty much everything he wanted to be - he would just go out and do what was needed to make it happen.

From Karate to Cars, Boxing, Camping, fixing Air Conditioners to playing Pool and Boxing. Dad lived an amazing life and we miss him here on Earth even as he rejoices in heaven.
carl Henson
April 14, 2018
April 14, 2018
I've known Bob for almost 40 years, he was a member of my church in Woodland Park where he & his family were very much involved, we've hunted together, once took a week long horse back trip into the Flattop wilderness mountain range in Colorado where we did some high mountain lake fishing, and enjoyed the camping out experience. For the last 20 years we have gotten together at least once every 6-8 weeks for lunch, and had been together for lunch on Thursday the 29 of March, where I invited him to church where I attend for the Easter Service, then we went to lunch following church, then I heard the news on Tuesday he had fallen over dead while on the job on Monday the previous day...It is always a shock when someone you know closely is gone, but we had good fellowship and always talked about two things when together, first, the Lord and secondly, politics, and I will miss him....a friend in the Lord....Carl Henson
Tim Craig
April 12, 2018
April 12, 2018
Will miss Bob's big smile and firm hand shake, was a joy meeting him and getting to know him while playing poker, prayers and blessing to his family
Tim Craig
April 10, 2018
April 10, 2018
Happiness to a good friend and buddy. Going to miss you every Thursday morning, and our monthly poker games.
You were blessed to have such a wonderful family. Save a big table up there for all of us.

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Bill Elston
April 12, 2020
April 12, 2020
Robert became a friend of mine through a mutual friend whom I taught with. In about 1995-96 several of us at the high school where we taught needed a social outlet to air our frustrations with the System. We put together a social group that became The Distinguished Gentlemen’s Club. At some point we decided to extend our membership and Robert Johnson’s name was proposed. Even though he was not an educator in the strict sense of the word, he through his membership, taught us many lessons in leadership, humility and most importantly friendship. Robert was a true Gentleman, a wonderful friend and a terrific cook. His BBQ’d ribs were absolutely the best. No restaurant could ever compare. Rest well my friend.
Kevin Bent
April 2, 2020
April 2, 2020
I do miss my friend Bob. I do drive by the world arena often and see the street sign "Bob Johnson". This puts a smile on my face and I think about some of the adventures we had together. I rest assured that he is with our Lord and Savior. Thanks for the memories Bob!
Karen Dimick
May 14, 2018
May 14, 2018
"Boots" was one of the most thoughtful and caring human beings I have met. His second wife, Dodie, was my classmate. After her untimely death, leaving him with a 13 month old son, he allowed me to be Keith’s unofficial “Godmother”, even though I now was living out of state. After he married Joanie, she also considered me part of the family and “Godmother” to Keith. Together he and Joanie raised 5 rambunctious children into kind and caring adults and servants to Christ. I will miss him, his sense of humor, and acceptance of all people. Hugs to all his children and Joanie. I wish peace to them and his other friends and family. .... "Oz"
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I miss my friend.  He helped me in so many areas of my life.  His relationship with Christ was very inspiring to me. 

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