Oscar was born and lived most of his life in Merced. He owned his own butcher shop - Gene’s Meats for many years and was a meat manager for other markets in the Merced area. . He was a passionate and enthusiastic golfer throughout his life. During his life he recorded four hole in ones. He also loved playing cards with his family. He loved traveling with his favorite places to visit being Yosemite and Monterey.
He was married to Carol (McKim) Johnson for 65 years. He is survived by his wife Carol, his daughter Kim (Ron Cuthriell) (Atwater, California), Douglas (Linda) Johnson, (Carlsbad, California), and David (Lynda) Johnson (Granite Hills, California). He is survived by three brothers Clarence (Jonni), Mel (Judy), and Jim. He was preceded in death by his parents Sydney and Maude, brothers and sisters Sydney, Opal, Ava, Tom, Mabel, and Erma.
He is survived by 7 grandchildren and four great grandchildren along with many cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Due to Covid 19 restrictions, a celebration of life will be held at a future date.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.stratfordevansfunerals.com for the Johnson family.