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Minneapolis North High School


North High School
Class of 1966

 


Minneapolis North High School
Ely, Minnesota
Kenneth C. "Ken" Johnsen
Class of '66

Germen Club, Junior Council, N Club, Tickets,
Cross Country, Football & Skiing

It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of Kenneth Johnsen.  Ken Passed Away on March 9, 2018 at the age of 69.  He will be greatly missed by his family,  friends and Classmates from the class of '66.

We give thanks for Ken's life. 

Ken Johnsen
Ken Johnsen Passed Away on March 9, 2018
1966 North High School Photo!
Class of '66 Sno-King Finalists 

North High School Class of '66 Sno-King Finalists were Steven Sudduth, Terry Tompkins, Ken Johnsen, Tom DeMars, Dennis Kollodge & John Sullivan
Steven Sudduth, Terry Tompkins, Ken Johnsen, Tom DeMars, Dennis Kollodge & John Sullivan
Ken's brother, Bruce, called Terry Tompkins
Terry send me this email on: Tuesday, April 03, 2018 at 06:19 pm
Subject: Another NHS friend/classmate is gone.

Back in Minneapolis less than 24 hours (from Pensacola) and just learned that my dear friend Ken Johnsen passed away March 9th in Ely, MN.

I spoke with his brother, Bruce, who had left a recorder message for us regarding Ken's death.  Saddened by the news..... quite a shock.

Terry T.



Date: April 4th, 2018 3:56 pm
Email from: Terry Tompkins
Subject: Ken Johnsen Memorial

This additional information was provided by Ken's brother, Bruce, regarding a memorial gathering to be held for Ken.....

Saturday, April 14th, 2018
2:00 - 5:00 (pm)  at the
Grand Ely Lodge
400 North Pioneer Road
Ely, MN

ken Johnsen
See You All in Ely, Minnesota April 14th, 2018 (God Willing)

April 13th, 2018 ( 11:00pm )


Very sad to have to miss Ken's service. We had a group from the class of '66 going up to Ely April 14th 8am, but due to the weather we had to cancel.

Floyd Ruggles


Fax sent to The Grand Ely Lodge (1-218-365-2840)  April 14th, 2018 3:45pm

Kenneth "Ken" Johnsen
Class of '66

To the family and friends of Ken Johnsen,
 
Our deepest sympathy at the passing of Ken. He will be greatly missed by his Classmates from the class of '66.
 We have many fond memories of his days at North High.Terry Tompkins, Ron Torkelson, Floyd Ruggles and a group from the class of '66 had planned to be at the service but unfortunately the weather has interfered. We give thanks for Ken's life.

I have created a memorial page for Ken commemotating his days at North High and after, on our Class of '66 website.  http://www.weststpaulantiques.com/kennethjohnsen.html 
 
Sincerely,
 
Floyd Ruggles
Webmaster, Class of '66 

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Kenneth C. "Ken" Johnsen
 

Last Update:

 April 14th, 2018 


  

Status

Deceased (Ken passed away March 9th, 2018)

Location

Santa Fe, New Mexico - Ely, Minnesota

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Birthday

April 22nd, 1948

Spouse/Partner

Married to Sandra Joosten

Children

Two children, Sam and Janel

Employer

 Soo Line Railroad &  Journeyman in the Carpenters Union

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Biography

Ken had many skills.Worked as a property manager at a large retirement complex, and he restored numerous homes. He loved creative projects, once converting an old wooden water tower into a two-story gazebo overlooking a lake. He was a perfectionist, unhesitatingly working with tile, plumbing, and electricity. When he finished a job, everything fit and everything worked. He even built custom booths for Do North Pizza in Two Harbors. 


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Ken my friend & classmate, I will miss you!

Kenneth C. Johnsen, 69, of Ely, dies


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Kenneth C. Johnsen, 69, of Ely, “All is Well”


Ken Johnsen of Ely, Minn., began his next journey on March 9, 2018 at home, surrounded by his family. Ken came to us on April 22, 1948 and by all accounts was a curious and active child, positive traits he never lost. 

Ken practiced living in the present, generosity, and optimism. His advice to us all is to: “Be happy and enjoy life just as it comes, one day at a time.”
Ken was in Ely for only two years, but in that time, he touched the lives of all whom he met. He loved schmoozing with everyone at the Front Porch, discussing books at Chapman Street Books and at the Ely Public Library, foraging for samples at Zup’s, and finding good deals at the Goodwill store.

 He loved taking his grandchildren to Miners Lake for exploration and fishing. A frequent picker and tour guide for out-of-towners at the dump, Ken could see the potential in all things and in all people.


He loved playing giant checkers in the lobby of the Grand Ely Lodge with his soulmate, Becky Komarek. Together, they drove all the backroads to find the best views of Shagawa Lake and pick out the lake homes they would buy with their imaginary lottery winnings. Ken and his brother, Bruce, recently parked at the end of the road on 169 and spent time together, just talking about life and philosophy and faith.


He grew up in Minneapolis and graduated from North High School in 1966. After that, Ken married Sandra Joosten, and they had two children, Sam and Janel. While growing up, Sam and Janel enjoyed many outings to the science museum, home maintenance apprenticeships, bike rides, and reading with their father. Ken also tirelessly performed many pas de deux performances with his daughter, Janel, on their living room stage. Ken had many skills. He was a proud union member, first as an employee of the Soo Line Railroad, and then as a journeyman in the Carpenters Union. He always told his son-in-law, Chris, an aspiring woodworker, that they would welcome him. Ken worked as a property manager at a large retirement complex, and he restored numerous homes. He loved creative projects, once converting an old wooden water tower into a two-story gazebo overlooking a lake. He was a perfectionist, unhesitatingly working with tile, plumbing, and electricity. When he finished a job, everything fit and everything worked. He even built custom booths for Do North Pizza in Two Harbors. His biggest work, however, came on his own recovery. He worked his program diligently, and he helped others work their own programs.


He lived in Minnesota, California, New Mexico, Hawaii, and he even lived in Kentucky with his sister and brother-in-law (Ann and George), where he made a real circle of friends while helping build an addition on the house and learning how to keep bees. He was a poet, artist, and enjoyed travel of all kinds, including trips to East Africa and China.


He was preceded in death by mother Betty, father Carl, sisters: Lynda (Gillespie) and Valerie (Johnsen). Survived by: Becky Komarek; children Sam Johnsen and Janel (Chris) Koenig; grandchildren: Jessica and Max; brother Bruce (Beverly) Johnsen; sisters: Jane (Ben) Braverman, Ann (George) Coleman, Natalie Morrison (August Nimtz), and Naomi (Chaunce) Stanton; numerous nephews and nieces; and countless friends. Our brother, father, friend, lover, uncle, and grandfather will be truly missed.

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After They Are Gone

When someone we love passes away,
We ache, but we go on;
Our dear departed would want us to heal,
After they are gone.

Grief is a normal way to mend
The anguish and pain in our hearts;
We need time to remember and time to mourn,
Before the recovery starts.

Let's draw together to recuperate,
As we go through this period of sorrow;
Let's help each other, with tender care
To find a brighter tomorrow.

By Joanna Fuchs

Ely, Minnesota

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Jackie Jorde:  Ken was such a kind gentle man. My prayers go out to his family and friends! Peace!

Myron Joshua: What I remember of him as a "kid" i am sure this catches his essence. Sad

Steve Pink : Ken visited in New Hampshire a couple of years ago. I'm very sorry to see this.

Kathy Samson:  Prayers for Ken's family and friends and for his last journey.

Mary Earley Oliver:  I remember Ken as a fun and nice guy back in the day. Prayers to his family and friends. Cannot believe class of 66 lost another classmate. RIP Ken!

Fred Knight: Good guy....we were often paired up — alpha order and similar height. Condolences to his family. RIP.

Leogene English: Condolences

Carmen O'Brien Rettke: Remember Ken so well, always smiling and nice. So sorry for his family, May he rest in Peace.


Linda Ryan:  How sad. Ken was always so friendly and such a nice guy! Prayers and hugs to his family and friends.

Paula Lange:  Sorry to hear this news. My sympathies to Ken's family.

Carol Rucke Glime:  Sorry to read this about Ken. I hope his love and kindness lives on in his family.


Cheryl Royce: I'm so sad to hear this news. Ken was always a gentleman. I knew his whole family from back in the day. My prayers and sympathy his family and friends. He will be missed. R.I.P. Ken.

Gail Farrand Rager: Saddened by this news. He was always so nice. Prayers for his family.


Penny Tompkins: R.I.P. my friend


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Kenneth C. Johnsen
April 22nd, 1948 - March 9th, 2018

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Ken Johnsen Passed Away 3/9/2018
He came this way but once. Yet, he touched our lives in many ways while he was here. We shall remain eternally grateful for his friendship and for the influence he bestowed upon us.

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RIP Ken
See You All in Ely, Minnesota April 14th, 2018 (God Willing)
Things That Never Die

The pure, the bright, the beautiful
That stirred our hearts in youth,
The impulses to wordless prayer,
The streams of love and truth,
The longing after something lost,
The spirit's yearning cry,
The striving after better hopes-
These things can never die.

The timid hand stretched forth to aid
A brother in his need;
A kindly word in grief's dark hour
That proves a friend indeed;
The plea for mercy softly breathed,
When justice threatens high,
The sorrow of a contrite heart-
These things shall never die.

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Let nothing pass, for every hand
Must find some work to do,
Lose not a chance to waken love-
Be firm and just and true.
So shall a light that cannot fade
Beam on thee from on high,
And angel voices say to thee-
"These things shall never die."

...Charles Dickens

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