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“So sorry for your loss, Tony always made everyone around him laugh. Prayers to you and your family during this difficult time.
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1 of 19 | Posted by: Mary Wojcinski Schreiner - Moline, IL
“Sherri,
I'm so sorry to hear of Tony's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May God bless you with loving memories that...Read More »
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2 of 19 | Posted by: Tese Atkins - Port Byron, IL
“Rest in peace Tony !!! We had alot of good times playing sports!
at John deere!
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3 of 19 | Posted by: Ron Clopton - Moline, IL
“Aunt Marian, Uncle Vern, Kris and Tony's Family,
My heart aches for you in your loss. I will always hold dear the fun we had as children playing at...Read More »
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4 of 19 | Posted by: Marcia Wilson Luers - Burlington, IA
“Our deepest sympathy for your loss. May you find comfort in all the memories you made throughout the years. God bless you and your family.Sincerely...Read More »
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5 of 19 | Posted by: Jenny Brockmeyer - Lowden, IA
“I am not gone
I remain here beside you
Just in a different form
Look for me in your heart
And there you will find me
in our love which forever...Read More »
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6 of 19 | Posted by: Lou
“I am so sorry to for your loss. I haven't seen Tony in a very long time but have good memories of him from our childhood. My thoughts and prayers...Read More »
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7 of 19 | Posted by: Angie Carothers Schleifer - MI
“Sherri and family,
I know I don’t know you very well, but I just wanted to let you know how very sorry I am for you and your family. Hold your...Read More »
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8 of 19 | Posted by: Lexi Dawson - Moline, IL
“My sincere sympathy and condolences go out to Tony's family. He was a very kind and
sweet man and I have many fond memories of Tony from junior...Read More »
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9 of 19 | Posted by: Amber Hinton-Sones - Moline, LA
“My condolences goes out to the Johnson family. Tony was a great man, dad and a great friend. I always remembered being at the Johnson house and Tony...Read More »
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10 of 19 | Posted by: matt wiseman - moline, IL
“The short time I knew Tony, one thing I know for sure, he lived life to the fullest. I want to express my sincere hope that tony's family will carry...Read More »
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11 of 19 | Posted by: cheryll (chuck) straub - tucson, AZ
“We are so very sorry to hear of the loss of Tony. He will be missed by many.
He was so nice to be around and was always so pleasant to everyone he...Read More »
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12 of 19 | Posted by: Craig Johanson - East Moline, IL
“Sherri, I am so sorry for your loss. May your strength prevail to help you through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your...Read More »
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13 of 19 | Posted by: Scott Angelici - Port Byron, IL
“Always remember who guards the gates to heaven. The united states marines stand guard and when each of us go to heaven and pass through the gate Tony...Read More »
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14 of 19 | Posted by: David lynch - Gilbert, AZ
“Sherri, our hearts go out to you at this difficult time. You and your family are in our prayers. I hope you will be able to take comfort and...Read More »
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15 of 19 | Posted by: Beth & Chris Bolinger - Auburn, IN
“We are so very sorry to hear the news about Tony. Only those who have suffered a loss from the same dread illness can know the pain we feel in our...Read More »
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16 of 19 | Posted by: Ann & Joe Vermeire - Molline, IL
“I was so sorry to hear about Tony's passing. My sympathy to his wife, children, parents, and other family and friends. His life, even just summed up...Read More »
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17 of 19 | Posted by: Lisa Gisel - Rock island, IL
“Extending my heartfelt and deepest condolences to the Johnson family. May God wrap his arms around you all and bless you with all the comfort you...Read More »
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18 of 19 | Posted by: Tresa Avery ~ Krahl - Sherrard, IL
“Ken and I are very sorry for you loss. Please accept our sympathies and know that we are thinking of you.
Molly and Ken
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19 of 19 | Posted by: Molly Wilkison - Davenport, IA
Ronald A. "Tony" Johnson, age 48, of Moline, died Saturday, November 19, 2011 at his residence.
Per his wishes, cremation rites have been accorded. Visitation is from 4:00-7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 22, 2011 at Esterdahl Mortuary & Crematory, Ltd. 6601-38th Avenue, Moline. Burial of cremated remains will be at a later date at National Cemetery, Rock Island Arsenal. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Melanoma Research at the University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics or to the family.
Tony was born March 25, 1963 in Moline, the son of Vernon and Marian Wilson Johnson. He married Sherri Pitra on May 19, 1984 in Moline.
Tony was employed as a salesman/internet coordinator for Reynolds Motor Co., retiring in 2005. He was a 1981 graduate of Moline High School. Tony was a Marine Corps veteran. He attended the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque. Tony was a member of Moline Masonic Lodge #1014 A.F. & A.M., and was also a member of First Lutheran Church in Moline. He loved landscaping, working in his yard, and his annual trips to the boundry waters. Tony had a strong love and passion for family. He always had other people's best interest in mind and always put a smile on people's faces. He truly lived by his motto "Never surrender. Never give up".
SURVIVORS
Wife Sherri Johnson Moline
Son Chris Johnson Moline
Daughter Alyssa Johnson Moline
Father Vernon (Linda) Johnson Moline
Mother Marian (Jay) Hawkinson SD
Sister Kristine (Dr. Stephen) Gullikson SD
Brother Jay Hawkinson II Chicago
Brother Justin (Adriana) Hawkinson NM
He was preceded in death by his grandparents.
Online condolences may be expressed to his family by visiting his obituary at www.esterdahl.com.
