Jack Johnson

Jack D. Johnson, 94, of Cape Girardeau passed away peacefully at his home Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2024.

He was born April 29, 1930, in Cape Girardeau to Elbert and Erma Johnson. Jack's greatest love was his family. He always kept them laughing with his stories, "dad" jokes and impeccable comedic timing.

Jack was a dedicated husband and father. While Jack spent his younger years in Cape Girardeau, he spent many years in St. Louis, where he raised his family.

Throughout his long life, Jack had many roles and talents. He served in the U.S. Army. He was a skilled carpenter, route salesman, sales manager, farmer, real estate agent and property owner. He was not afraid to take on new adventures, and he was always successful.

Some of his fondest memories were of summers spent on the beach with his five granddaughters in Texas.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 54 years, Barbara Leach; parents; one brother, Gene (Opal) Johnson; and granddaughter, Cyndi Johnson.

Jack is survived by his devoted wife, Kaye Johnson; daughter, Melinda (Kevin) Selsor; son, Stephen Johnson; three stepchildren, Scott, Stephen and Dia Welker; grandchildren, Laura (Treton) Bilsland, Natalie (Katie) Selsor, Jackie (Andy) Davidson and Jodi (David) Johnson; great-grandchildren, Sophia, Scarlett, Nora, George, Andrew, Ella, Payge and Wyatt; and great-great-grandchild, Camellia.

He was a member of Lynwood Baptist Church.

Visitation will be from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday, Aug. 30, at Cape County Memorial Park Mausoleum.

Funeral will follow at 11 a.m., Friday, Aug. 30, at the mausoleum, with the Rev. Mark Anderson officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to his church at 3935 Lynwood Hills Drive, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701.

Ford and Sons Mount Auburn Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Online condolences may be made at www.fordandsonsfuneralhome.com.