Avis de décès de Arthur-J. Johnson

MANCHESTER -- Arthur J. Johnson, 64, died June 26, 2009, at The Arbors of Bedford after a lengthy illness. He was born in Manchester on Nov. 4, 1944, the son of Alfred and Bertha Johnson, and was a lifelong resident of the city. He graduated from Bishop Bradley High School, class of 1962. He entered the U.S. Army National Guard, then earned a degree in electrical engineering from New Hampshire Technical College. He worked many years as an electronic engineer for BAE Systems. After retiring, he helped many people by working for Moore Center Services. Mr. Johnson was the president and co-founder of Challenger Sports Inc., created to promote peer relationships among special needs individuals through organized sports and social activities and relationships. He was also a coach and vice president of Manchester North Little League Challenger division baseball team, and was involved in Special Olympics. He enjoyed spending time with his family, dining out, working outside in his yard, family outings, fishing, boating and waxing his car to a spotless shine. IN HIS LIFE: The family includes his wife of 40 years, Carol Johnson of Manchester; two sons, Christopher Johnson and his wife, Camille, of Weare, and Shawn Johnson of Manchester; two grandchildren, Brendan and Bryce Johnson; one brother, Alfred Johnson of Manchester; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his sister, Shirley Brunelle. SERVICES: Calling hours at Lambert Funeral Home & Crematory, 1799 Elm St., corner of North St., Manchester are Tuesday from 5 to 8 p.m. A memorial service is in the funeral home chapel on Wednesday at 10 a.m. The Rev. Gary Andy, chaplain of VNA Hospice of Manchester, will officiate. Burial will follow in St. Joseph Cemetery, 448 Donald St., Bedford. Memorial donations may be made to Challenger Sports Inc., care of St. Mary's Bank, 168 Maple St., Manchester 03103. For more information, go to www.lambertfuneralhome.com.