of Calico Rock, AR
January 17, 1950 - June 29, 2022
Willis "Chic" Johnson, age 72, of Calico Rock passed away at his home Wednesday, June 29, 2022. He was born January 17, 1950 in Berwyn, Illinois to Willis Johnson and Shirley (Miller) Johnson. He is preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Donald Johnson and his best friend, Tom Zack.
Chic loved life. He played in a band for many years, singing and playing bass guitar. He co-owned C & C Heating and Air company in Illinois for over 20 years. He also enjoyed traveling. He was a motorcycle enthusiast and drove his motorcycle in every state except for Alaska. Once he retired, Chic volunteered with the North Central Arkansas Speedway in Flippin. He loved to spend time fishing with his grandson, tinkering with projects and helping people with various tasks. He loved his family more than anything and he will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
Chic is survived by his high school sweetheart and loving wife of 53 years, Tena Johnson; his daughter, Kellie Johnson and her husband Bryan Poon of Dripping Springs, Texas; his son, Kevin Johnson of Garfield, Arkansas; his grandson, Dylan Poon; aunts, cousins, nieces, nephews and a host of family and friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, Tuesday, June 5, 2022, at Roller Funeral Home in Mountain Home, Arkansas.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Legacy Hospice, 314 Hwy 62 W, Salem, Arkansas 72576.
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13 Condolence(s)
Ray Bonnell
Thursday, July 7, 2022
Chic was a gentle and kind friend I hadn't seen in many years. God bless him and his family.
Craig Bresof
Tuesday, July 5, 2022
Chic was a great guy, sorta like a second Dad to me growing up. I have fond memories of guitars, sheet metal, Yamahas and Hondas, deck parties, Smokey the cat, having him drive us to the beach in Indiana..... Fond memories !! He made a big impact on me as a kid. Condolences to Tena, Kevin and Kellie -what a great Husband and Father. Ride On, and Rock On, Chic!
Bob Spurgeon
Monday, July 4, 2022
Chic was a true friend for the past 30 + years & I'll truly miss him. Deepest sympathy to Tena and the children.
Patti Sommers
Monday, July 4, 2022
Tina, I am very sorry to hear of the loss of Chic. He was always such a good man, I'm very happy that he lived his dream or living in Arkansas.
Love all the memories of Butch and I getting together with you two playing cards ect.😊 Sincere condolences go out to Kellie and Kevin too. Loved him â¤ï¸
Patti Sommers
Sunday, July 3, 2022
Tina, I am very sorry to hear of the loss of Chic. He was always such a good man, I'm very happy that he lived his dream or living in Arkansas.
Love all the memories of Butch and I getting together with you two playing cards ect.😊 Sincere condolences go out to Kellie and Kevin too. Loved him â¤ï¸
Lynn Krumland (nee Hodonsky)
Saturday, July 2, 2022
I really like this picture of Chic. Although we didn't see much of him after he got married and I moved out of state, I do have fond memories of the earlier years. He was always cooking up some practical joke on someone and always laughing about something. Looked forward to getting together for family events and he was one of the main reasons. Had a great gift for making people laugh and feeling good. Sorry for your loss, Tena. One of my memories is when he first brought you to a family Christmas get together and introduced you around and I could see how much in love you two were. Praying for you and your family.
Deanna De Keyser
Saturday, July 2, 2022
Dennis and I send our deepest condolences. What found memories we have of our neighbor and the good times we all shared. Chic had a smile that would light up a room and his friendship will always be cherished.
Yvonne Minick Metcalf
Saturday, July 2, 2022
Tena and family I am sorry for your loss. May your faith and your memories bring you peace.
Cindy O'Neill
Saturday, July 2, 2022
Sorry to hear about your loss. I remember Chic as a fun loving and adventurous guy that loved life and his family. He is one cousin that will be missed dearly.
Debbie Dickson Bates
Friday, July 1, 2022
Sorry for your and the kids loss. He will be so missed. He was pretty much the only cousin I could talk to. Hugs and Kisses. Debbie, Sean & James Bates.
Ted and Vicki Hart
Friday, July 1, 2022
So sorry for your loss, our hearts and prayers go out to you, and your family! He will be missed! Love you guys!
Helen Gunter
Friday, July 1, 2022
Sending my sympathies to Tena and family with love and memories fond and precious to you. Love Helen
Randy and Heather Price
Thursday, June 30, 2022
So sorry for your loss! You are all in our thoughts and prayers!