Jay F. Johnson, 90, passed away on June 18, 2024, in Richland, WA.

Jay Johnson was born on May 10, 1934, in Fort Riley, KS, to Hibbert Johnson and Kathryn Johnson.

Jay graduated from Sacred Heart High School in 1952 and went on to earn a bachelor’s degree. He started his career as an Engineer and went on to work at Nuclear Power Plants and retired but continued to be a consultant in the nuclear industry.

Jay married Patricia Ann Scavio on October 12, 1957, in Omaha, NE. The couple had 8 children, Christine (Frank) Lorusso, Steven (Sherree) Johnson, Julie (James) Wysong, Geraldine (Jon) Niess, Teresa Neu, Daniel (Michelle) Johnson, Matthew Johnson, and David Jay Johnson (deceased).

Jay’s unwavering faith in God is what was the most important aspect of his life. He was a devoted husband who loved his wife, Pat, unconditionally and they were married for 66 ½ years; his family was extremely important to him, with eight children, 15 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren. He was a proud, honorable boy scout who eventually became an esteemed Marine as a Chief Warrant Officer 3, then he spent 22 years as an active Marine and within the reserves until he was honorably discharged upon retirement. He respected and cherished his country.

Jay’s hobbies included his artistic abilities with watercolors, building ships and drawing, reading, gaining knowledge of military history and current political topics. Jay was very proud of the two published books he wrote about his Marine life and Childhood.

Jay is survived by Patricia Johnson – wife, Christine (Frank) Lorusso – daughter, Steven (Sherree) Johnson – son, Julie (James) Wysong – daughter, Geraldine (Jon) Niess – daughter, Teresa Neu – daughter, Daniel (Michelle) Johnson – son, Matthew Johnson – son.

Jay is preceded in death by Hibbert Johnson – father, Kathryn Johnson – mother, Norma Anderson – sister, Don Johnson – brother, and David Jay Johnson – son.

The services for Jay F. Johnson will be held on July 2, 2024 at Holy Spirit Catholic Church and starts with the Rosary at 10:30 a.m., followed by mass at 11:00 a.m., a luncheon will ensue at 12:00 noon. Jay will be taken to Sunset Garden’s cemetery at 2:00 p.m.

Burial: SMG – Holy Cross Garden, Richland, WA.