Rev. Larry A. Johnson, 91, of Lafayette, died on Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at IU Health Arnett Hospital. He was born November 25, 1932, in Ft. Wayne, IN, to the late Vaughn D. and Emma (Smith) Johnson. Larry graduated from Elmhurst High School in Ft Wayne, University of Evansville and Drew University in Madison, NJ. On DecemberContinue Reading
United Methodist Memorial Home
left a message on December 22, 2023:
The United Methodist Memorial Home (Heritage Pointe Communities) sends it sincere condolences to Rev. Johnson's family. Larry served on our Board of Trustees from June 1999 - June 2008 and from July 2009 - June 2018, for a total of 18 years. His leadership as a Board member was invaluable. He had a passion for the well-being of our residents and staff and improving their lives--while fulfilling his duties as a Board member. He will be missed by all those who had the privilege to know him and call him a friend.
Cindy Barnett
left a message on December 22, 2023:
Julie - I’m so sorry!!! I’m sure he was ready to be with your mom. Hard to lose them so close together and your dad at Christmas. Someone told me 23 years ago to “savor your grief.” I find comfort in that whenever I have a loss. I will be thinking of you, Jay, Jacob, Ben and Sarah and their spouses and kids I my thoughts and prayers in the next few days. Hope you can all be together!!! Love you!!!
JIM WATSON
left a message on December 22, 2023:
A DELIGHTFUL MAN TO MEET. I AM SURE HE WAS A WONDERFUL FATHER. JULI AND JAY, MY SYMPATHY ON YOUR LOSS. MAY HE REST IN THE LOVING EMBRACE OF THE LORD
Jeff Snyder
left a message on December 22, 2023:
Uncle Larry makes me proud to be from Indiana as do all of my family. I am very sorry to hear of his passing but happy he can be with Aunt Bonnie who was an angel on Earth as they both will be in Heaven. Love to my cousins Julie and Cindy and their families during this difficult time. Love, Jeff
Connie Standiford
left a message on December 22, 2023:
Peace be with you all at this time. Julie especially thinking of you at this time.
Julie, praying for you and your family at this time. Peace be with you all.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Rev Nancy Nichols
left a message on December 21, 2023:
Both of your parents meant so very much to me. I can’t imagine anyone I would’ve rather worked with those first couple of years in ministry. Larry was so patient and kind as I was learning how to do what it is we do! He was also willing to learn from me. He told me not to take Monday as my days off because all I would be doing was fretting over the day before and so I have always taken Fridays. He taught me the importance of hospital calls, of going home for lunch, and for loving my churches. He was real! I do not know if I will be there for his service. I’m headed out of town to be with family. Something else he taught me was important. I will be thinking of you, thinking of your dad, and will be standing in honor and remembrance of both your parents at annual conference this year.
Jan Dimick
left a message on December 21, 2023:
My heart goes out to the family. I met Pastor Larry when I was in Staff at Grace UMC. He was a great pastor, leader and friend. I am grateful our lives crossed even if for a short time.
Blessings to the family.
Andrea Kuipers
left a message on December 21, 2023:
So thankful Larry and Bonnie chose to spend their retirement years with us at Grace. We were so blessed by them and Larry’s loving care of our sick and home bound members. Well done, dear and faithful servants of our God and Savior.
Pat Capin Sellers
left a message on December 21, 2023:
Larry had a heart of gold, full of love for everyone, and he was truly one of the best of humankind! I miss Bonnie and will miss him and the two of them together! My heart is heavy with their loss!
Chuck and Carol Whitten
left a message on December 20, 2023:
Our sincere sympathy on the loss of our dear friend for over 40 years. We hope it eases his family knowing he was welcomed by God and his sweet wife, Bonnie.
Sincere condolences and sympathy..
Stacia Moffett
left a message on December 20, 2023:
Julie and Jay -- We know how hard it is to lose a beloved parent. May you take pleasure in good memories and rest in the knowledge of a life well lived. Sincerely,
David and Stacia Moffett
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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United Methodist Memorial Home
left a message on December 22, 2023:
The United Methodist Memorial Home (Heritage Pointe Communities) sends it sincere condolences to Rev. Johnson's family. Larry served on our Board of Trustees from June 1999 - June 2008 and from July 2009 - June 2018, for a total of 18 years. His leadership as a Board member was invaluable. He had a passion for the well-being of our residents and staff and improving their lives--while fulfilling his duties as a Board member. He will be missed by all those who had the privilege to know him and call him a friend.
Cindy Barnett
left a message on December 22, 2023:
Julie - I’m so sorry!!! I’m sure he was ready to be with your mom. Hard to lose them so close together and your dad at Christmas. Someone told me 23 years ago to “savor your grief.” I find comfort in that whenever I have a loss. I will be thinking of you, Jay, Jacob, Ben and Sarah and their spouses and kids I my thoughts and prayers in the next few days. Hope you can all be together!!! Love you!!!
JIM WATSON
left a message on December 22, 2023:
A DELIGHTFUL MAN TO MEET. I AM SURE HE WAS A WONDERFUL FATHER. JULI AND JAY, MY SYMPATHY ON YOUR LOSS. MAY HE REST IN THE LOVING EMBRACE OF THE LORD
Jeff Snyder
left a message on December 22, 2023:
Uncle Larry makes me proud to be from Indiana as do all of my family. I am very sorry to hear of his passing but happy he can be with Aunt Bonnie who was an angel on Earth as they both will be in Heaven. Love to my cousins Julie and Cindy and their families during this difficult time. Love, Jeff
Connie Standiford
left a message on December 22, 2023:
Peace be with you all at this time. Julie especially thinking of you at this time.
Julie, praying for you and your family at this time. Peace be with you all.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Rev Nancy Nichols
left a message on December 21, 2023:
Both of your parents meant so very much to me. I can’t imagine anyone I would’ve rather worked with those first couple of years in ministry. Larry was so patient and kind as I was learning how to do what it is we do! He was also willing to learn from me. He told me not to take Monday as my days off because all I would be doing was fretting over the day before and so I have always taken Fridays. He taught me the importance of hospital calls, of going home for lunch, and for loving my churches. He was real! I do not know if I will be there for his service. I’m headed out of town to be with family. Something else he taught me was important. I will be thinking of you, thinking of your dad, and will be standing in honor and remembrance of both your parents at annual conference this year.
Jan Dimick
left a message on December 21, 2023:
My heart goes out to the family. I met Pastor Larry when I was in Staff at Grace UMC. He was a great pastor, leader and friend. I am grateful our lives crossed even if for a short time.
Blessings to the family.
Andrea Kuipers
left a message on December 21, 2023:
So thankful Larry and Bonnie chose to spend their retirement years with us at Grace. We were so blessed by them and Larry’s loving care of our sick and home bound members. Well done, dear and faithful servants of our God and Savior.
Pat Capin Sellers
left a message on December 21, 2023:
Larry had a heart of gold, full of love for everyone, and he was truly one of the best of humankind! I miss Bonnie and will miss him and the two of them together! My heart is heavy with their loss!
Chuck and Carol Whitten
left a message on December 20, 2023:
Our sincere sympathy on the loss of our dear friend for over 40 years. We hope it eases his family knowing he was welcomed by God and his sweet wife, Bonnie.
Sincere condolences and sympathy..
Stacia Moffett
left a message on December 20, 2023:
Julie and Jay -- We know how hard it is to lose a beloved parent. May you take pleasure in good memories and rest in the knowledge of a life well lived. Sincerely,
David and Stacia Moffett
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.