Obituary of Leonard (Marvin) Johnson

Johnson, Leonard Marvin May 3, 1956 – March 11, 2021 It is with great sadness that we announce the peaceful passing of Marvin Johnson our beloved husband, father, grandpa, brother and uncle on March 11, 2021 at the age of 64 years, following a courageous battle with cancer. He is survived by his wife Jennie; sons Blake (Colleen) and Reid (Mehgan); grandchildren Ellianna, Jolen, Elkanon, and Lochlan; mother Dorothy; siblings Darrell (Judy), Ken (Doris), Roger, and Cheryl (Myron) Kraushar; brothers-in-law: Jerry (Mary-Jane) Slemp, Jay (Sharron) Slemp; sisters-in-law: Karen (Francis) O'Hara, Gloria (George) Harding, Trudy (Phill) Williams and Karen Slemp. He was a beloved uncle of many nieces and nephews and will be dearly missed by his community of friends. He was predeceased by his father Leonard Johnson; father-in-law Percy Slemp; mother- in-law Goldie Slemp; and brother-in-law Ron Slemp. Marvin will be lovingly remembered for his firm and fervent faith in His Saviour, Jesus, his deep love for his wife and sons, and his welcoming heart, which he opened easily to his two daughters-in-law and grandchildren. His family and friends have many memories of Marvin’s beautiful piano playing and he could often be found sharing his gift with others. Marvin will also be remembered for his love of the outdoors, watching and playing sports, and his competitive and witty spirit. Due to current covid restriction’s a celebration of life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to Vegreville Alliance Church or charity of your choice. Marvin’s family wishes to express their heartfelt thank you to AHS Vegreville Home Care Staff, Dr. Gupta, nurses and staff at St. Joseph Hospital in Vegreville, for their excellent and compassionate care.