Randy Johnson

Randy Johnson, 57, of Las Vegas, NV, formerly of Warren, MN, passed away on September 14, 2015.

Randy John Johnson was a natural leader whose winning presence allowed him to take control of various situations with ease. Equipped with a clear and calculating focus, he possessed a tough-minded, “take charge” attitude. He had the ability to make even routine situations seem exciting, and he was at ease with the role of playing problem solver. Randy always sought out the scene of where the action was. Sociable, analytical and pleasant, Randy was an individual who enjoyed life’s challenges.

Randy was born on March 20, 1958 at Warren Hospital in Warren, Minnesota to his parents Leverne and Doris Johnson. Randy was raised in Warren, Minnesota. Always able to express himself well, Randy possessed strong interpersonal skills. He was optimistic in his outlook on life and was able at all times to be open and direct in his communication. Armed with a great wit, Randy was raised to be accepting of others and to implement a strong personal work ethic.

Blessed with a balanced attitude, Randy was able to relate well with others. He had four siblings, Gaylord, Sharon, Karolyn and Jerry. Randy had a strong desire to be treated fairly and would readily offer others the same fairness in return.

Known to others as a focused, logical, open-minded and somewhat driven individual, Randy was able to utilize these qualities to succeed in life. His curious nature was spurred by his ability to maximize his personal learning style through employing a hands-on approach. He was good with facts and had an excellent memory.

Friends and acquaintances found Randy an easy man to get to know, and those close to him would often praise his open, practical style of communication and relaxed approach to life in general. Randy was uncomplicated and straightforward in his relationships, which allowed him to accept people for what they were.

On April 12, 2007 Randy exchanged wedding vows with Laurie Hall in their home in Las Vegas, Nevada. Randy was attentive to Laurie's feelings, and he charmed Laurie and others with his gift for being able to give freely and generously. A good listener with an engaging personality, Randy was able to bring pleasure and unexpected humor to the relationship.

Very much like a kid himself, Randy identified with the inquisitive and creative side of his children’s personalities. He was able to direct his energy and spontaneity towards helping his children acquire added common sense skills.

Randy was a flexible worker who was able to draw the best from others around him. A persuasive individual who was quick to make necessary decisions, Randy’s strengths included being able to think on his feet. He could be a leader who sought impact for his decisions. Gifted with an incredible ability to read body language, Randy was able to positively motivate others in order to get a task completed. He was a good negotiator who enjoyed new challenges. Randy could multi-task, and he was endowed with entrepreneurial spirit, allowing him to think beyond standard norms when it came to resolving issues in his work environment. His primary occupation was a Teamster. He was employed for 23 years by Las Vegas Paving.

Randy enjoyed his leisure time by taking part in various hobbies. He had something of an artistic flair in many of the things that he did. He put this creativity toward all of his pastimes. His favorite pursuits were fishing, racing and off roading. He was content to enjoy his hobbies alone but was also willing to share his interests with others.

Randy was something of a sports fan and enjoyed watching his favorite events whenever he got the opportunity. Tops on his list were NASCAR and drag racing. In high school, Randy wrestled. He was enthusiastic and confident about these activities.

Travel and vacations were experiences that Randy truly enjoyed. He preferred to seek out excitement wherever he went and he was partial to vacations that were casual and laid back with an atmosphere of “live and let live.” He was willing to leave his plans open and flexible, just in case something more interesting came along. Favorite vacations included Lake of the Woods and Mexico.

Randy was a lover of animals and cherished his pets. One of Randy’s favorites was Killer, a Yorkie. They were best friends for 7 years.

He is survived by his wife Laurie; his children, Steve, Stacey, Adaina, Jake, Nichole, Shane, Nikki and Becky; his sisters Sharon and Karolyn; his brother Jerry; his grandchildren; nieces and nephews. 

Randy was the kind of person who could win others over easily. A concrete communicator, he relied on his senses to increase his involvement and awareness of others. He was always able to provide amusing repartee to his friends and acquaintances, offering a seemingly endless supply of quips, anecdotes, jokes and stories. If Randy had a theme song written about him, it might well have been “Don’t Worry, Be Happy”. He enjoyed his life and the experience of living it. This is how everyone will remember Randy John Johnson.

MEMORIAL SERVICE: 11:00 AM on Saturday, October 3, 2015 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church in Warren, MN.

Services were also previously held in Las Vegas, NV.

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