George H Johnson

Beloit- George H. Johnson (94) passed away Monday March 17, 2025, at Autum Lake Assisted Living-Beloit. He was born February 11, 1931, in Dubuque, Iowa. The only child of the late Virginia Peterson and George Johnson. He grew up in Beloit where he attended Beloit schools, graduating from Beloit Memorial High School class of 1950. George will be remembered as a jokester who entertained people with his wit, his stories, his mischievous pranks and his endless jokes. He was very creative especially with metal and his ability to weld. He built so many steel lawn ornaments for friends and family. He engineered, built and installed many new trailer hitches for his friends over the years. If it involved metal, George was the man to help build it or fix it. He once built an amazing green house that he started seedlings in every year. Once everything was growing, he would keep some for himself but gave most away to his friends to enjoy. He was always willing to help a friend in need. George served in the United States Air Force as an Airman 1st Class from January 1951 – December 1954. While stationed in Tacoma, Washington at Fort McChord he met his wife to be-Phylis Mech who was also serving in the Airforce. They were married there on April 2, 1952, and then moved to serve in West Palm Beach, Florida at Morrison Airforce Base. Upon being discharged from the Airforce in 1954, George and Phylis moved to Wisconsin where George was employed at Ingersoll’s and Barber Coleman. Eventually he was hired as an inspector for the Beloit Corporation. He retired from the Beloit Corporation after 32 years (1993). He leaves behind his wife Phylis of 73 years, sons Don (Peggy) Johnson Beloit, WI, and Ed (Tami) Johnson Footville, WI, daughter Sharon (Wayne) Endthoff Beloit, WI. Grandchildren Melissa, Brenda, Samantha, Tashina, Amy and Adam and 11 great grandchildren. George is preceded in death by his parents; stepfather Floyd Dahl and several special aunts + uncles. A private graveside service will be held. A celebration of life will be held at a future date. Rosman Funeral Home is assisting the family. www.Rosmanfuneralhome.com 608-364-4477.

George H Johnson

February 11, 1931 - March 17, 2025