his loving family at home on October 21, 2019.
He was the son of Hilmar and Beulah Johnson, brother of Paul and Michael Ross Johnson all
who have predeceased him.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years, Rebecca Johnson, his sister-in-law, Charlotte Johnson,
his nephews, Micheal and Greg. Mike, Andie and their children Macy Lee, Michael Mackenzie,
Rebecca Gordon, Ella Cate. Greg, Teresa and their children Sophia Antonia, Lottie Marsha.
David was born in Indianapolis, Indiana but lived throughout the Midwest. His father moved
the family to California in the fifties where he thought his children would receive affordable
higher education. They settled in La Verne,California. There, he graduated from Bonita High.
He went on to Mt. Sac., San Jose State, graduating with 2 degrees from LA State in 1963. In
1970 he received his Juris Doctorate from the University of San Diego.
David had many work experiences during his life time. He delivered newspapers, most notably
to the childhood home of James Norman Hall, author of Mutiny on the Bounty. He even
worked on a chicken farm. That’s when he quit biting his nails. He worked for the City of
Pomona in the sewer department, he was a psychiatric technician at Pacific State Hospital,
Social Worker and an investigator for the San Diego Welfare Department. He ended his work
career with his favorite occupation as an attorney for 39 years.
David’s mother loved literature and would often read to her 3 young sons. From her David
developed a love of poetry and reading. He memorized poetry and was always able to recite it
with drama, expression and his dry sense of humor.
Throughout their marriage, David and Rebecca lovingly fostered Rebecca’s brother, nieces and
nephews. There were 12 children in all, some returning for another year or two. Additionally,
they hosted multiple foreign exchange students.
David excelled in his favorite hobby, trapshooting and won numerous prizes over a twenty year
period. His most prestigious award was winning the State Shoot in the 200 target singles
competition. He was a member of the Miramar Gun Club from the 80’s until the Marines
closed the area in 2008. He even reloaded his own shotgun shells.
He volunteered to prepare and serve food to the homeless at St. Andrew’s By-the-Sea for over
10 years. He said, “They have to eat, too!” David was always the one to step outside and say
grace before dinner with the guests. After volunteering, he and Rebecca would often enjoy his
favorite shrimp tempura dinner at Ichiban.
During the last 9 years, he and his wife traveled extensively, by land and by sea. He enjoyed
many cruises, especially with family members. He set foot in every continent except Africa.
He is loved and will be sorely missed, but not forgotten.
A celebration of his life will be held at St. Andrew’s by-the-Sea, 1050 Thomas Avenue, San
Diego, CA 92117 on November 16, 2019 at 11 AM. Reception to follow the service.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Johnson/Wong Scholarship fund at St.
Andrew’s by-the-Sea.
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