[5] Colleague Ken Shouler called Johnson "one of the first guys I'd give a Hall [of Fame] pass". "D.J. [20][24], The next three seasons were disappointing for the aging Celtics. American writer and playwright Denis Johnson, who drew on his struggles with drugs and alcohol to produce award-winning poetry and short-story collections, has died at his home in California.. LOS ANGELES -- Dennis Johnson, a five-time NBA All-Star and integral part of the Celtics' 1984 and 1986 championship teams, died yesterday, collapsing after coaching Boston's NBA Development League affiliate, the Austin Toros, in practice in Austin, Texas. Dennis Edward Johnson, age 63, passed away at his home in Barnesville, Georgia on January 10, 2015, after an extended illness. [25], In 1,100games, Johnson scored 15,535points, grabbed 4,249rebounds and gave 5,499assists, translating to career averages of 14.1points, 3.9rebounds and 5.0assists per game. Landlines (1) (928) 772-7318 . ", "He played with passion and grit," Laimbeer said. On April 6, 1968, Wilson was driving through Malibu when he noticed two female hitchhikers, Patricia Krenwinkel and Ella Jo Bailey. Dennis A. Johnson, 64, of Port Byron, died Thursday, January 16, 2020, at Genesis Medical Center in Silvis. He picked them up and dropped them off at their destination. Dennis was born on April 3, 1952, in Springfield, the son of Roy Edward and Anna "Pernie" Marie Viola Johnson. Johnson had a lot of successduring his time in Seattle, and that continued when he joined the Phoenix Suns for the 1980-81 season. RT @Britain_People: Matt Hancock & Boris Johnson should be CHARGED Matt Hancock REJECTED CMO Officer, Chris Whitty's advice to test all residents going into English care homes for Covid. Dennis R Johnson. Fernandes said: I remember well when he left us to join CBC, I told him when I realized that I could not persuade him not to go, that I felt he would not last at CBC, that his principles, his integrity would not survive in an institution like CBC. [5] Johnson joined a squad that included Hall of Fame forwards Larry Bird and Kevin McHale and Hall of Fame center Robert Parish, a trio that has been described as the best NBA frontcourt of all time. . He played in two All-Star Games, was voted into three consecutive All-Defensive First Teams and earned his only All-NBA First Team appearance. Stern said Johnson's loss would be "felt throughout the basketball community." In fact Johnson hasn't had much of anything to do with music since around 1962, when he finished studying it at UCLA. He will forever be remembered by his teammates and opponents as one of the great winners and money players in NBA history. Defensive Wizard, Dies", "1989-90 Boston Celtics Roster and Statistics", "Sports People: Pro Basketball; Johnson Not Offered Contract by Celtics", "Larry Bird & M.L. The collection was a critical success, and became a staple of creative writing programmes in America; Johnson himself became a professor, teaching writing at Boise State, Idaho, and the University of Texas. Johnson ended his career averaging 14.1 points, five assists, and 3.9 rebounds. Johnson was a second-round draft pick by the Seattle SuperSonics in the 1976 NBA draft. [3] The Sonics finished with a 4042 record[9] and missed the 1977 NBA Playoffs, leading head coach Bill Russell to resign. Dennis made lifelong friends wherever he went or worked. Dennis Johnson, 52, Passes Away February 22, 2007 3:40 PM EST The Boston Celtics are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former point guard Dennis Johnson, 52. bb. [3] Known as a defensive stalwart, he was elected into nine straight All-Defensive First or Second Teams. [8] Johnson later acknowledged that he simply "choked"; he vowed never to repeat this again and credited this game as an important lesson to become a better player. Six times he made the all-defensive first team, including five consecutive seasons (1979-83). In Game 6, which the Pistons won, Rodman taunted Johnson in the closing seconds by waving his right hand over his head. ", Dennis' son Paul said: He was witty and dry with a great sense of humour and always told me to keep my feet on the ground, not to live beyond my means. After graduation, he took a masters at the Iowa writers programme, where he studied under Raymond Carver. The Barbados Underground household extends sympathy to the family of the late Dennis Johnson. [25] After being rushed to a nearby hospital, he could not be revived and was later pronounced dead. Johnson died Thursday, collapsing after his developmental team's practice. [3] The Celtics met the Lakers in the 1985 NBA Finals again. championships, died yesterday in Austin, Tex. Life beset them with problems and they responded. At least 10 dead after winter storm slams South, Midwest, Biden had cancerous skin lesion removed last month, doctor says, The Saturday Six: Dental device controversy, scientist's bug find and more, Alex Murdaugh sentenced to life in prison for murders of wife and son, Tom Sizemore, actor known for "Saving Private Ryan" and "Heat," dies at 61, Defense lawyers in Idaho killings case want gag order kept, White supremacist and Holocaust denier Nick Fuentes kicked out of CPAC. Funeral Mass will be at 10:00AM on Saturday, March 4 at Mary Queen of Peace Catholic . "He was one of the most underrated players in the history of the game, in my opinion, and one of the greatest Celtic acquisitions of all time," said former Boston teammate Danny Ainge, now the Celtics' executive director of basketball operations. Johnson was the right fit for the team, which was regarded as one of the best in the league for numerous seasons. Jones said. When he retired, he was the 11th player in NBA history to total 15,000 points and 5,000 assists. Johnson leaves his wife, Donna, and three children -- sons Dwayne and Daniel, and daughter Denise -- as well as an extended NBA family that remembers the defensive intensity, toughness, and ability to come through in the clutch that he exhibited during a 14-year career spent with Seattle, Phoenix, and Boston. Birth, Death, and Divorce Records for John Dennis Johnson. The now 35-year-old playmaker relinquished his starting point guard role to younger John Bagley, but when Bagley dislocated his shoulder, Johnson returned with a high level of performance and was lovingly called "our glue man" by coach Jimmy Rodgers. One man is dead after a single-vehicle crash along I-35 and I-435 in Lenexa. Angels followed, along with three more novels in the next eight years, before the editor Jonathan Galassi, at Farrar Straus Giroux, agreed to pay Johnsons back taxes in return for the collection that became Jesus Son. Dennis "Denny" Jay Johnson Born May 21, 1940 in Howard, SD. John Updike found the style reminiscent of early Hemingway, though the later Hemingway tone of self-pity that infuses Carver might be more to the point. In a statement on the passing of the veteran broadcaster, Bradshaw said he could "slide from the passion-boiling . Copyright 2023 Endgame360 Inc. All Rights Reserved. The Celtics acquired Johnson on June 27, 1983 from the Phoenix Suns in exchange for Rick Robey. Born in Middletown . [1], The Celtics retired Johnson's No. That mind-set, in part, led Bird to call Johnson the best teammate he ever had. We travelled together to the National Association of Broadcasters [convention], we travelled to Disney, we laughed, we shared commentaries, we were constantly in contact on WhatsApp.. } Son of Arnold and Gladys Johnson, Denny was born on April 7, 1942 in Grafton, ND. Johnson was traded to Phoenix in 1980 and to Boston in 1983. The 39 year Former national footballer Sheridan Rudy Grosvenor has died at age 43. [2], With the Celtics Johnson changed his playing style for the third time in his career: after being known as a slam dunking shooting guard with the Sonics, and an all-around scorer with the Suns, he now established himself as a point guard who was defined more by playmaking than scoring. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Dennis Johnson to pay them a last tribute. After seeing Arliss Howard and Holly Hunter perform a reading of a part of his 1991 novel Resuscitation of a Hanged Man, Johnson also began writing for theatre, with Hellhound on My Trail (2000) and Shoppers. Dennis JOHNSON. You always enjoyed it. "He moved to Thailand about eight years ago. But Larry Bird baited Thomas, made his famous steal on the baseline and turned around to find Johnson streaking to the basket for the winning layup, sending the Garden crowd into pandemonium. That's the way I am.". He was also a six-time member of the All-Defensive first team and one time member of the All-NBA first team. He is survived by his third wife, Cindy Lee Nash, a daughter and two sons. At the time of his retirement after the 1989-90 season, he was the 11th player in NBA history to score 15,000 points and record 5,000 assists. Travillion called 911, but Johnson never regained consciousness. }, First published on February 23, 2007 / 12:10 AM. One minute he was running a practice, and just like that he was gone. 3 jersey, and he was elected to the Basketball Hall of Fame in 2010. "We were laughing," said Travillion. Drafted 29th overall in 1976 by the Seattle SuperSonics, Johnson began his professional career as a shooting guard. Fernandes also shared that on another occasion when he was asked to cut staff, one of the positions at risk was Johnsons. Angels ends with Bill Houston in the gas chamber, experiencing a moment which sums up Johnsons writing. [3] The Sonics, however, lost in the Western Conference Finals to the Lakers, who had Hall of Famers Jamaal Wilkes, Magic Johnson and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar. The Celtics defeated the Lakers 4-3, and Johnson did a great job defending Magic Johnson. Among others, contemporary Celtics colleague Danny Ainge called him one of "the most underrated players of all time [] and one of the greatest Celtics acquisitions,"[25] and one-time rival Bill Laimbeer called him "a great player on a great ballclub. Ms. Johnson is survived by her daughter, Susan Hallman (Shawn); son, Dennis Johnson II (Tammy); brothers, Harry Martin, and Russell Martin; grandchildren, Alexis Johnson, Lleyton Hallman, Nick . "He was one of the most underrated players in the history of the game, in my opinion, and one of the greatest Celtic acquisitions of all time," said Danny Ainge, who played alongside Johnson in the Celtics' backcourt for six seasons. "He played hard and he took. The statement read: As a veteran broadcaster, he has a love and deep conviction for the industry and used his wide knowledge and skills developed from his work over the years across the Caribbean in banking and hospitality, to always offer a word of advice to ensure professional standards were always maintained. Bird stole the in-bounding pass, laid it up to DJ, and DJ laid it up and in, and Boston has a one-point lead with one second left! Until he arrived a couple days later to join the team, he did not even know what the terms of the contract were.. February 23, 2007 / 12:10 AM "I accept it when it comes, but I still hate it. "My thoughts and condolences are with his family at this difficult time. He's a couple years older than me. He was a coach of the Los Angeles Clippers and an alumnus of Dominguez High School, Los Angeles Harbor College and Pepperdine University. "He just collapsed.". Dennis was active in Mo-Kan NAMA, the National Agri-Marketing Association, for many years, serving on the board including as President in 1987-88. The honor came 31/2 years after Johnson died of a heart . Preceding him in death Info Memorials Comments Browse. Johnson was born in Munich, where his father, Alfred, worked for the US Information Agency, liaising with the CIA. Travillion said she called 911 and that Johnson never regained consciousness. The stories ring of Kerouac and the author, poet and screenwriter Barry Gifford, and though another critic compared them to William Burroughs Naked Lunch, they have the pulpier, darker tone of Burroughs earlier novel Junkie. Dennis Johnson, a brilliant defensive player who helped propel the Seattle SuperSonics and the Boston Celtics to N.B.A. Because of the abundance of talent on the Sonics team, Johnson later called this loss one of the worst disappointments of his professional career. Mayra Freeman, a spokeswoman for the medical examiner's office, said there will be an autopsy. In 1967, Dennis met and married the love of his life, Anne Shaver, while working at The Jones Store Co. in downtown Kansas City. In the 1987 Eastern Conference Semifinals, the Celtics split the first six games against the Milwaukee Bucks. Johnson had a reputaion for delivering in big games. 2023 from 4:00pm to 7:00pm at Douglas & Johnson Funeral Home, 214 Main St., Salem, NH. 1. After that year, Johnson made himself eligible for the 1976 NBA draft, but was skeptical that any team would take him. Johnson served as interim head coach after the departure of Alvin Gentry for 24 games near the end of the 200203 season . Johnson said he would always be a Boston Celtic, and remarked that seeing his number in the rafters gave him a "special feeling". The Pistons had possession and a 107-106 lead with five seconds to play, and Isiah Thomas attempted to inbound the ball. We are sad to announce that on February 23, 2023, at the age of 74, Dennis Johnson of Council Bluffs, Iowa passed away. [13] He scored 32points in a Game 4 overtime victory, and was named NBA Finals MVP. . Save. Dennis "Denny" Johnson, aged 82, of Hobart, IN, passed away Friday, December 9, 2022. Search by Name. Dennis Johnson (also known as D.J.) ", A statement from NBA commissioner David Stern cited Johnson's "professionalism," "extraordinary character," and "tremendous passion for the game." Dennis, whose last assignment in the media was with Starcom Network Inc, also worked previously at the state-owned Caribbean Broadcasting Corporation. Thats it. When Johnson joined the Celtics, his role changed. Death date: 24 October, 2000, Tuesday This memorial website was created in memory of Delpha I Johnson, 81, born on September 12, 1919 and passed away on October 24, 2000. Well respected by his peers, Johnson ended his 14-year pro career . He helped us win a championship and was the MVP of the finals," said former Seattle coach Lenny Wilkens, now the Sonics' vice chairman. He was rushed to the hospital but could not be revived, and he was pronounced dead. It worked. A GoFundMe page has been set up by Dennis' son Paul, called 'Get my dad home'. He eventually led the Sonics to their only NBA championship in 1979 winning the Finals MVP Award. "He was a good guy. He spent his first four years in Seattle, and he improved each season. display: none; In his three years as a Sun, Johnson averaged 1420 points a game and provided tough defense. / AP. In 1986, he was part of a team that featured four Hall of Famers _ Bird, Kevin McHale, Robert Parish and Bill Walton. It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Dennis Johnson (Fairfield, Maine), born in Ashby, Massachusetts, who passed away on May 24, 2022, at the age of 73, leaving to mourn family and friends. Full Name Dennis R Johnson Birth Date 31 Mar 1924 Death Date Sep 1992 Last Residence Dassel, MN Read more: 'Ashamed' Jet2 passenger filmed screaming at staff says 'I tried to take my own life'. Index record for Dennis R Johnson in the Social Security Death Index from Social Security Administration, historical military records. Following the announcement of his death, colleagues, friends, politicians, and members of the public reflected on aspects of his journey as a broadcaster and shared memories of their interaction. Dennis Johnson was tragically found dead in Thailand on Monday March 28 - his family are now attempting to raise 10,000 to bring him home. [16][17][18][19] Johnson described joining the Celtics as a "dream come true" and enjoyed the tutelage of highly successful general manager Auerbach, who was "living history" according to Johnson. Top 3 Results for Dennis Johnson. The Barbados Association of Journalists and Media Workers (BARJAM), in representing the media fraternity, said in a statement that it was shocked and saddened at the death of a colleague. You can share Dennis' notice with your friends & family. View Dennis "Pooker" Johnson's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more. View Cell Phone Number View Background Report. [2] Games 6 and 7 also featured a feud, this time between Pistons forward Dennis Rodman and Johnson. Home / Local News / Tributes for broadcaster Dennis Johnson who loses battle with chronic illness at 64. Copyright 2007 Globe Newspaper Company. These words of an unknown author seem most . He became head coach of the NBA Development League's Austin Toros the following season holding the position until his death two years later. In 1983, Johnson joined a Celtics team that had Hall of Fame forwards Larry Bird and Kevin McHale and Hall of Fame center Robert Parish. Johnson was a man of strong character who was committed to intellectual and broadcasting honesty and excellence, one who was not afraid to challenge the establishment, to defend the proverbial small man, then without so much as batting the eyelid, let that same small man know he was wrong, the Prime Minister said. [28] During his retirement ceremony, his perennial Los Angeles Lakers opponent Magic Johnson telegraphed him lauding him as "the best backcourt defender of all-time". [1] After high school, he worked several odd jobs, including a $2.75-per-hour job as a forklift driver, and played with his brothers in summer league games after work. He declared that money was seldom a consideration for Johnson. He was in the middle of taking the last breath of his life before he realised he was taking it. He spent 14 seasons in the league and retired after the 1989-90 season. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. A popular announcer on Starcom Network stations, he rose to the level of programme manager at Starcom Network before a brief stint in television at the Caribbean Broadcasting Corporation (CBC). The Celtics retired DJ's #3 on December 13, 1991. When life is difficult, Samaritans are here day or night, 365 days a year. No service will be held at this time. Edit Search New Search. It was shocking news for everyone across the NBA as they couldnt believe what happened. He played at Pepperdine and was drafted by Seattle in 1976. "Appalling DEATH toll [40,000] was entirely avoidable - it's a scandal of monumental proportions." 01 Mar 2023 21:16:25 He would cause some friction if he felt strongly about something, but with our team that was a good thing.". [5], In the next round the 1987 Eastern Conference Finals, the Celtics faced the Detroit Pistons. The tragic death of Dennis Johnson shocked the NBA world After his playing career, Johnson remained with the Celtics organization working as a scout for the team. He was born in Muskegon, Michigan. This is a guy I played with. But Fernandes declared he was determined that he would not lose Johnson and therefore created the position of Senior Producer, which he occupied until his death. Dennis was just an awesome player. It was a compliment that captured what Johnson meant to the Celtics far better than the 14.1 points and five assists per game he averaged during his career. As a 19-year-old undergraduate at the University of Iowa, he published his first book of poems, The Man Among the Seals (1969), with a prestigious small press. We're all in shock.". The Kansas Highway Patrol is investigating why the man's car slammed into an interstate barrier wall just after 11:30 p . He also was the Los Angeles Clippers' interim coach at the end of the 2002-03 season, going 8-16. [21] The following 198990 NBA season was Johnson's last. You always enjoyed it. Dennis Wayne Johnson (September 18, 1954 February 22, 2007), nicknamed "DJ", was an American professional basketball player for the National Basketball Association's (NBA) Seattle SuperSonics, Phoenix Suns, and Boston Celtics. As Laimbeer, the Celtics of the '80s, and the Seattle SuperSonics of the late '70s can attest, it also made for championships. ", Added Maxwell: "That was my guy. Dennis Johnson Obituary. MG affects voluntary movement, especially control of eyes, mouth, throat and limbs and, in rare cases, may lead to death. A novella, Train Dreams, which won the Aga Khan award from the Paris Review in 2002, was published as a book in 2011, and a ninth novel, The Laughing Monsters, set in Sierra Leone, appeared in 2014. Share Obituary. During his third season, he was a part of the SuperSonics team that won the 1979 NBA Finals. After three seasons with the Phoenix Suns, he became the starting point guard for the Boston Celtics, with whom he won two more championships. At the same time, his eccentric grandmother Mimi moved in; their relationship would be the subject of his play Shoppers Carried By Escalators Into the Flames (2002). [5], Johnson further established himself as a quality player in Phoenix. Dennis Johnson was a part ofsuccessful Boston Celtics teamsfor numerous seasons. Johnson, who was serving as the head coach of the Austin Toros, the Celtics' D-League affiliate, was a member of three NBA Championship teams, and won two titles with the Boston Celtics ('84, '86). [25] In addition Celtics colleague and triple NBA Most Valuable Player award winner Larry Bird called Johnson the best teammate he ever had. [5], Between the 197980 season and the 198182 season, the Celtics had lost to the Philadelphia 76ers in the Eastern Conference Finals two out of three times, mainly because physical Sixers guard Andrew Toney routinely caused problems for their defensively fragile backcourt. display: none; The Celtics retired his No. After his playing career, Johnson remained with the Celtics organization working as a scout for the team. [10], Finishing strongly, the Sonics ended the regular season with a 4735 record and made the 1978 NBA Playoffs. Barbara Ann Johnson age 79, from Jacksonville, AL passed away at her home on February 28, 2023 surrounded by her family. Robert Parish left the game vowing never to return. JOHNSON: Ellen Ingeborg Johnson age 92 years of Victoria, B.C., (formerly from Minnedosa, and then Brandon, Manitoba) passed away. He averaged 14.1 points and 5.0 assists for his career. According to Travillion, Johnson did not appear to overexert himself at practice and did not complain of any discomfort before collapsing. The center was made possible by the donations and effort of Larry Bird and M.L. In the 198788 season, Johnson averaged 12.6 points and 7.8 assists,[3] but in the 1988 Playoffs, the Celtics were unable to beat the Detroit Pistons in the Eastern Conference Finals. King faced the media after Rovers' last minute defeat to Leigh Leopards on Friday evening. Dennis Johnson, 78, a long-time resident of Windsor Heights, died November 28, 2020. Burial will be at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 29th at Tordenskjold Free Lutheran Cemetery near Underwood. Abrahams said Johnsons wide-ranging interest and knowledge on an array of topics made him a capable and well-loved call-in programme host with his role as moderator on Brasstacks, his most well-known media role that endeared him to listeners in Barbados. She was employed as a CRNA for 37 years in the Calhoun County Area. . "He wouldn't let things pass. "As far as a person, he was a great competitor," Sonics teammate Jack Sikma said. During the following season, Johnson averaged 19.0points and 4.1assists, appeared in his second All-Star Game and was named to the All-Defensive First Team and All-NBA Second Team. Dennis had a great passion for the game of basketball as a player, and loved to teach the game as a coach. "[25], For other people named Dennis Johnson, see, Last edited on 21 February 2023, at 16:21, Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, List of National Basketball Association career playoff scoring leaders, List of National Basketball Association career playoff assists leaders, List of National Basketball Association career playoff steals leaders, List of National Basketball Association career playoff turnovers leaders, List of National Basketball Association career playoff free throw scoring leaders, "The Long Shot: The Dennis Johnson Interview", "Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Announces Class of 2010", "Hall of Fame still neglecting a few greats", "Shining stars who belong in the Hall of Fame", "Where's the Chief? [1] However, the young guard lacked discipline, often clashed with White and was thrown off the team three times in two years.[2]. "He was being Coach Johnson out there talking trash, playing basketball, dribbling around and shooting," Fuqua said. Paramedics attempted to revive Johnson for 23 minutes before he was taken to a local hospital and later pronounced dead. He played hard and he took the big shots. Dennis Johnson died after coaching a practice with the Toros suffering from cardiac arrest on Feb. 22, 2007. 809 W. Montgomery St. Creston, IA 50801 . He was very respected businessman in Grimsby whilst he lived here. She was born on October 2, 1943. Johnson made one all-NBA first team and one second team. The linked stories of Jesus Son were turned into a 1999 film directed by Alison Maclean, starring Billy Crudup and Samantha Morton. Oh my, this place is going crazy!!! Carr. Select this result to view Dennis L Johnson's phone number, address, and more. He leaves behind son Paul, two daughters Bonita and Sally, and 33 grandchildren. I know. That season he averaged 15.9 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game. Led by Finals MVP Larry Bird, the Celtics beat the Rockets 42, and Johnson won his third title. [34] This was officially confirmed two days later when the Hall released the list of 2010 inductees. [25] After spending several years outside the limelight, he returned as an assistant coach for the Los Angeles Clippers in 2000 and spent four seasons there. [3] The Celtics reached the 1984 NBA Finals, where they met the Los Angeles Lakers, their intense rivals since the 1960s. Unfortunately he stopped because of the constant ad hominems and how anonymity was abused to distort by a few. Death Notices Tue 11th Feb 2014. Johnson was a favorite teammate of Bird's, and the two were part of one of the most memorable plays in Celtics history. Passed away peacefully with family by his side on October 6, 2012. He would cause some friction if he felt strongly about something, but with our team that was a good thing.". Jones, who guided the team to titles in '84 and '86, said, "Larry Bird was totally in awe of Dennis. Potentially Related Notices. Donna Johnson, wife of the late Dennis Johnson talks with Steve Smith about her husband\'s induction.http://nba.btshow.infoBTshow.infoNBA.COM - Where amazing. It made for not only great games, but great entertainment.". He was 64 years old. Sponsored by Ancestry.com. Send Flowers. Dennis Johnson, the star NBA guard who was part of three championships and teamed with Larry Bird on one of the great postseason plays, died Thursday, collapsing after his developmental team's practice. All Rights Reserved. As people would say, I'm shocked. Copyright 2023 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Loyd Dennis Johnson of London, Kentucky, who passed away on February 24, 2023, at the age of 81, leaving to mourn family and friends. "DJ was a free spirit and a fun personality who loved to laugh and play the game.". That's the way I am.". Johnson, Dennis Dennis C. Johnson, age 70, of Plainfield Township, passed away on June 10, 2021, and went to be with his Lord and Savior. Born in Baltimore, Dennis grew up in Illinois and graduated from the University of Northern Illinois where he met his wife, Paula. Dennis Ray Johnson passed away on January 9, 2015 in Colorado Springs. Mr. Johnson lived most of his adult life in Barnesville, but lived previously in Fort Pierce, Florida where he owned and operated a professional glass glazing service. I offer my Sincere Condolences to the Family, Friends and Colleagues of The Late Dennis Johnson I didnt know Him personally, never met him in person just heard him on radio, but felt like I did and it hurt deeply to hear of his death. Johnson Jamaican Olympian Dennis Johnson, 81, has been admitted to hospital after contracting the deadly coronavirus disease, leaving family and friends hoping for the best for the man considered universally to be an architect of Jamaica's reputation as a sprinting powerhouse. 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