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Chick Johanson

  • November 27, 1949 - October 24, 2011
  • Washington, New Jersey
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“Rita, I am so sorry, I just found out about Chick. If I had known me and Eric would of been at the service. He will be greatly missed, Rita. Again...Read More » ”
1 of 31 | Posted by: Carol Johanson - Pottstown, PA

“Rita, I just heard about Chick's passing. I'm so sorry we couldn't be there to celebrate his life for the last time. He will be missed. Our thoughts...Read More » ”
2 of 31 | Posted by: Steve & Diana Vitola - NJ

“Dear Rita & Family : My family and I are shocked and saddened to hear about Chick's passing. Sorry will not truly describe the way I feel.Our...Read More » ”
3 of 31 | Posted by: Tom Stefanopoulos - Sewell, NJ

“Dear Rita and Family, So very sorry to hear of your loss. It has been some time since we have seen you and Chick, but the memories we have are...Read More » ”
4 of 31 | Posted by: Terri and Frank Navarro - PA

“Dear Rita, I was shocked to read about Rick's passing. I have no other way of contacting you, so please forgive my condolences on this website. ...Read More » ”
5 of 31 | Posted by: Karen Kelly - Philadelphia, PA

“Just learned of this... surprising... Rich was so young... so sorry for the family... their loss at this time in his relatively young life certainly...Read More » ”
6 of 31 | Posted by: Ed DiGiovanni - LEESBURG, FL

“When Rich was Vice President of the Metal Trades Council and I worked in the Industrial Relations Office, we had many interesting times while...Read More » ”
7 of 31 | Posted by: Muriel Williams - Atlanta, GA

“Dear Johanson Family, I knew Rich as a union representative, and then as an EEO Counselor. He was a wonderful guy. Full of life. My heart is...Read More » ”
8 of 31 | Posted by: Maria Altobello - Blackwood, NJ

“Rita and Family my deepest condolences. I met Chicker as a young kid working at the Shipyard. He taught me what it meant to advocate for employees...Read More » ”
9 of 31 | Posted by: Larry Powers - Sierra Vista, AZ

“My deepest condolences to Rita and family for their loss. Time will never erase my memories of Chick as a strong and insightful leader at the...Read More » ”
10 of 31 | Posted by: Dennis Friedman - Philadelphia, PA

“To Rita and her family... Chick was a great man, husband, father, friend and coach. He will be greatly missed! ”
11 of 31 | Posted by: Kathy & John Durante - Sewell, NJ

“Richie was always a cool, calming influence through some chaotic days at the Navy Yard. He was a classy guy. He was inteligent and wise and fun. ”
12 of 31 | Posted by: Lorraine G. Daliessio - PA

“Rita & Family I'm so sorry to hear about Richie's passing I have a lot of good memories back in the days of your pool parties. Richie was one of the...Read More » ”
13 of 31 | Posted by: Kathlen Collings - Springfield, PA

“Chick was the partner of my partner, Rita. He had a joy of life, and gave Rita and their family a life of joy. Chick you will be missed by many. ”
14 of 31 | Posted by: Fran Tobin - Haverford

“Rita: We were shocked and saddened to hear of Chick's passing. We were drawn to him - he always made us feel like his best friends. Dancing and...Read More » ”
15 of 31 | Posted by: Patti and Vince Crimaldi - NJ

“Rita I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Chick at the Navy Yard. He was a skilled negotiator. My thoughts and...Read More » ”
16 of 31 | Posted by: Dennis Kaiser - Philadelphia, PA

“Dear Rita and Family, So sorry to hear about Chick's passing. I am still in shock. I've been remembring our times together dancing and hanging...Read More » ”
17 of 31 | Posted by: Patrick Malone - Glenolden, PA

“Rita and family my deepest condolences for your loss. I will always remember Chick fondly, and will never forget the fun times we shared. Thought...Read More » ”
18 of 31 | Posted by: Mike Curcio - exton, PA

“Hi Rita, Jonathan & Family. I was so sorry to hear about Chick. I hope all your memories of him, bring you peace & some comfort. You & your family is...Read More » ”
19 of 31 | Posted by: Joyce Kearney-Honyak - PA

“Condolences to the family of Mr." Chick" Richard Johanson, May you all have the comfort and strength needed to get through this sad moment in your...Read More » ”
20 of 31 | Posted by: margart beard - bethlhem, PA

“May god bless you during these tough times. so many great memories. Chick was a great man. Gonna miss ya cheese! ”
21 of 31 | Posted by: Robert Melchiorre - Collingswood, NJ

“Rita and Family, We are very sorry to hear of Chick's passing. There are no words to express our sympathy and we will continue to pray for your...Read More » ”
22 of 31 | Posted by: Bob and Karen Downey - Marlton, NJ

“Dear Rita and Family, It is with great sadness and shock on hearing of the "Chickers" passing. I've known Chicker for over 30 years and always...Read More » ”
23 of 31 | Posted by: John Green - GLOUCESTER CITY, NJ

“Rita I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Joe ”
24 of 31 | Posted by: Joe Schneberger - Lansdowne, PA

“Rita my prayers are with you and your Family Chick was a great guy and I will never forget him, the years we played for the Foxes was the best time...Read More » ”
25 of 31 | Posted by: Ellen McCrossen - Philadelphia, PA

“Rita, So sad to hear of Chick passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Focusing on the wonderful life you two had will keep you strong. Joy ”
26 of 31 | Posted by: Joy Buono - Coopersburg, PA

“Dear Rita,Matt,Jonathan and family We are so saddened to hear the news about Chick. He had a great love for life,his family, friends and the boys...Read More » ”
27 of 31 | Posted by: Linda Gary Courant - Glassboro, NJ

“Dear Rita, I am so very sorry to hear about your loss - the love of your life. God Bless you and your family. Barbara Peters ”
28 of 31 | Posted by: Barbara Peters - PA

“To Rita and all of Chick's family, Kathy & I are so sorry for your loss. Chick was a great guy, and we have some wonderful memories of fun times...Read More » ”
29 of 31 | Posted by: Jim Wheatcroft - Ocean City, NJ

“Rita I am so sorry for your loss chick was one of a kind.He was one of the nicest guys I ever met. He will be sadly missed RIP my friend.One of the...Read More » ”
30 of 31 | Posted by: Tony Del Vecchio - Blackwood, NJ

“Rita, Chick was a great guy, Lou and I will keep you and your family in our prayers. He was always a good friend to Lou.. ”
31 of 31 | Posted by: Debbie and Lou Sbarra - NJ


Chick �Richard� Johanson, on October 24, 2011 of Washington Twp. Age 61. Beloved husband of Rita (nee Rabotino). Devoted father of Richard, Jr., Jonathan Salter (Nicole), Kristin Pierce (Dave) and Matthew (Ashley). Loving grandfather of Richard, III, Eric, Christian, Trent, Julian and Julianna. Proud great-grandfather of Matthew. Brother of Mary Johanson. Relatives and friends are invited to attend his viewing Friday 12:00 -2:00 pm at the Egizi Funeral Home, 119 Ganttown Road, Washington Twp. Funeral service 2:00 pm at the funeral home. Interment private. Donations in Chick�s memory may be made to the Camden County Animal Shelter, 125 County House Road, Blackwood, NJ 08012. OUR CHICK "A man's friendships are one of the best measures of his worth." Charles Darwin On October 24th, God called our husband, brother, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, friend and buddy, Chick home to be at peace. The party that always seemed to follow Chick has moved to heaven where he smiles down upon us, toothpick in his mouth, cold beverage in hand, his dogs Saki and Buster at his side. Chick honorably served our country in the U.S. Army from 1969 to 1971, including a tour of duty in Vietnam in 1970. He was a proud member and past President of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners Union, working at the old Philadelphia Navy Yard from 1971 until 1990. Chick also was Vice-President of the Metal Trades Council at the Navy Yard. Chick became an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Investigator for the Department of Defense at the Navy Yard in 1990, where he remained until his retirement in 2007. Chick loved his sports. He coached his sons Jonathan and Richard in Upper Darby Little League and then later in numerous softball leagues. Chick also was the beloved coach of the South Philadelphia Foxes for many years and led them to championship after championship and the team gained fame, not only in the community, but in the city as well, even being featured on Channel Six Action News! Chick was active in Washington Township Youth Baseball as a coach and served on the Baseball Advisory Board. He was so proud of the fact that his children and grandchildren have inherited his love of sports. Chick had a zest for life…"how we doin' babe"; Club Johanson pool parties; coaching the Foxes softball team; black and white wingtips; Jerry Blavat's oldies; Rita Baby's buffalo wings; his dog Rusty; styling on Okemo Mountain in his teal, hot pink, and gray ski suit; sharp provolone, roasted peppers and Sarcone's bread; Myrtle Beach golf trips; always a new golf bag to carry his foot wedge; "I'm taking a mulligan"; "give me a 5 babe"; "winter rules"; "I got a coupon"; "can you ask the cook to make the soup as hot as possible – burn my mouth hot"; "excuse me waitress, can you dig down in the cooler and get me the coldest beer you can find"; corn on the grill with crabs and beer; driving to Florida for vacations; "gotta look good babe" teal-colored softball uniforms; knee braces and wristbands; playing softball on the diamonds in South Philly and Washington Township; TWP Baseball; Divots Bar; Lord of the Rings, The Highlander and sci-fi movies; X-Files; the Philadelphia Flyers; his obnoxious yellow truck…so many good times shared with family and friends. Our beloved Chick personified cool. Long hair and goatee. Baseball cap to match the shirt and shorts, bright white sneaks. Chick loved animals, especially dogs. Chick grew up in East Lansdowne. Along with his best friend and wife Rita, enjoyed life and acquired many friends on their journey from Upper Darby to Ridley Park to Washington Township. Chick's perfect day would start by playing 18 with his buddies, watching Mo play baseball in the afternoon, and finish at a restaurant (his choice with a coupon of course) with Rita and friends for dinner. Laughing the whole way! We celebrate Chick's life, his love for family and his many friends. "It is not the length of life, but depth of life". Ralph Waldo Emerson "A Life Well Lived Is Worth Remembering"