Asay B. (Ace) Johnson |
| Posted 2017-10-04 by mhenderson |
| Today's News-Herald, Lake Havasu City, AZ >>> Published on Wednesday, October 4, 2017 <<< >>> April 20, 1925 – Sept. 1, 2017 <<< Ace Johnson passed away Sept. 1 in Lake Havasu City. He was a husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, great-great grandfather, uncle and patriot. Ace was raised in a small mining town in northeastern Nevada. He and his wife, Gloria, raised their family in the small town of McGill, Nevada. He was a horseman, golfer, hunter, and fisherman. He was a member of the Elks, Eagles, Moose, American Legion, and VFW. He loved serving his community in any way he could. Ace was called to serve his country during World War II, and entered the United States Army Air Corps. He was a B-17 navigator. His plane was shot down over Germany and Ace was a POW until liberated at the end of the war. Ace and Gloria moved to Lake Havasu in 1986 after he retired from Kennecott Copper Corp. They enjoyed the beautiful weather which allowed them to participate in their favorite pastimes, golfing and the Elks. They made many friends and were loved by all. Ace loved his wife, his family and gave generously to anyone that needed his help in any endeavor. Ace is survived by his daughter, brother, grandchildren, great- grandchildren, great-great grandchild, many nieces, and nephews. In lieu of flowers, Ace requests a donation to your favorite charity in his name. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Services were placed in the care of Lietz-Fraze Funeral Home. Thoughts and condolences can be sent to the family at www.lietz- frazefuneralhome.com. Send a free card to the family at www.sendoutcards.com/lietzfraze. |
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