C.R. Skip Johnson

Johnson, C.R. 'Skip' Stoughton- C.R. Skip Johnson, former boy wonder, passed away at HospiceCare in Fitchburg at age 81, on Wednesday, September 9, 2009.   He was born in Painted Post, NY on June 14, 1928, a son of Murray and Wilma (Reynolds) Johnson.   Skip served his country in the Navy, where he met his wife, Joan Lage.   Skip and Joan were united in marriage on December 15, 1951.   Skip was one of the first three graduates of the Wood Program at RIT, and continued his education at many places, including the UW Madison, where he was a professor of woodworking from 1967 until his retirement.   Even after retirement, Skip continued his role as an educator in all aspects of his life.   He was a wonderfully creative man with a great sense of humor, and was loved by all who knew him.   In addition to being a world renowned master woodworker and a master of hi-jinks, Skip enjoyed horse shoes, gardening, travel, curling, and beer.   He is survived by his son, Christofer (Michelle) Johnson; daughter, Kari Jo (Tim) Radl; sister-in-law, JoAnn Johnson; and nieces and nephews.   He was preceded in death by his son, Eric; wife, Joan; and brother, Don.   A celebration of Skip's life will be held on Saturday, September 12, 2009 from 3:00 to 6:00 pm at the Johnson Homestead.   Memorials in Skip's name may be made to Penland School of Crafts, or to public radio station WORT.   Olson-Holzhuter-Cress 206 W Prospect Ave Stoughton 608-873-9244 www.CressFuneralService.com