Wayne Albert Johnson

Wayne was born January 8, 1938, to Wanda Norton and Albert Johnson, in Prescott, Arizona. He worked hard from an early age and was a great big brother to Tony and Teri.

In 1955, he joined the United States Air Force and served 4 years as a radio operator while stationed in Japan. After his honorable discharge, he faithfully served a 2 ½ year mission to Sweden for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.

Upon his return home, he met Phyllis Stevens, and married her for time and all eternity at the Mesa Arizona Temple on September 6, 1963. Wayne and Phyllis recently celebrated their 60th anniversary.

Wayne and Phyllis are the proud parents of 4, grandparents of 19, and great-grandparents of 9.

Wayne’s life was marked by service to others, he never shirked his responsibility to his neighbors or congregation. Many knew him affectionately as an adopted dad or grandpa. He was an avid gardener and always had projects, like a chicken coop or a mud oven. He loved animals, and raised dogs, cats, chickens, and rabbits.

Wayne served in many church callings over the years, including Scout Master, High Priest Group Leader, and Bishop’s counselor.

He is survived by his loving wife Phyllis, daughter Sandra Calhoun (Rick), sons Phillip (Rebecca), Bradley (Cheralyn), Kyle (Christy), and his brother Tony (DeAnn) and Sister Teri Bowler (Chuck).

Visitation with the family will be at 9:00am, Saturday March 23, 2024, at 3963 South Peachwood Drive, West Valley City, Utah, with a service following at 10:00am.