David

Johnson

Obituary

David Johnson

August 11 th , 1935 ~ August 1 st , 2016

D avid, fondly known as "Dynamite", was born August 11th, 1935 in Boonton, N.J. to the late Fletcher and Edna Johnson. A longtime resident of Teaneck, N.J., he spent his formative years in Englewood, N.J. As a youth he loved to participate in all sports and activities at the city's Memorial House and at Mackay Park. He graduated from Dwight Morrow High School in Englewood in 1953, where he was a stellar athlete and football player. David earned a football scholarship to Youngstown University with a degree in Psychology. He earned a Master's Degree in Social Work from Fordham University.

David worked in a number of service oriented and mentoring positions throughout his life. Early in his career he worked as a counselor at the New York City Children's Detention Center and as a New York State Parole Officer. He also worked at the consulting firm of Boone Young & Associates for many years as a Vice President. Before retiring in 2000, he was a social worker and counselor for the Englewood School System, where he worked for eight years.

David was a mentor to many adults and children. He provided a way for many to achieve their goals of higher education and career success. He was a longtime, dedicated member of the Elks Ideal Lodge #470 in Englewood, and enjoyed talking sports with his friends, listening to jazz and writing.   He was a kind, generous and loving person who always had a sense a humor and a big smile. David was a great husband, father and grandfather. He was always there for his family and friends.

David leaves behind many loved ones who will miss and cherish his memory. He is survived by his wife Connie of 49 years, daughters Candace Green and Pamela Johnson, son-in-law Derrick, granddaughter Taylor. Four siblings, Alice Sonja Hilficker, Alexander Johnson, Ruth Johnson and Robert Johnson, as well as in-laws, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother Dr. Fletcher Johnson.