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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Merle Edward Johnson, aged 89, who left us peacefully on November 7th, 2023, in Burnsville Minnesota after a lengthy Alzheimer’s Disease journey. He was a devoted husband, a loving father, and an exceptional grandfather.

Born in February of 1934 in Lynn Township, Minnesota, Merle was the fourth of seven children to Lawrence and Myrtle Johnson. He graduated from Le Sueur High School in 1952 …

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What were Merle's favorite ways to spend free time?
Smoking cigars and listening to the country music radio so loud the neighbors can he…
Smoking cigars and listening to the country music radio so loud the neighbors can hear it also
Smoking cigars and listening to the country music radio so loud the neighbors can hear it also
What were Merle's favorite performances to watch?
His daughters and grandchildren performances
His daughters and grandchildren performances
His daughters and grandchildren performances
What were Merle's favorite sports teams?
MN Vikings, MN Timberwolves, Chicago Bulls, LA Rams
MN Vikings, MN Timberwolves, Chicago Bulls, LA Rams
MN Vikings, MN Timberwolves, Chicago Bulls, LA Rams
What were Merle's favorite movies?
Sound of Music, Music Man, Bruce Willis movies
Sound of Music, Music Man, Bruce Willis movies
Sound of Music, Music Man, Bruce Willis movies

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1934
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Passed away

November 7th, 2023
Burnsville, MN

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Alzheimer's

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