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Obituary: Richard L. Johnson

A well-known local businessman who was the owner and operator of Auto Medics in Joliet, and the former Auto Clinic passes away at 59.

Obituary was published and funeral arrangements were entrusted to the care and direction of the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home and Crematory

Richard L. Johnson

Richard L. Johnson, age 59, of Wilmington, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, July 19, 2023, at home.

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Born August 15, 1963, in Joliet, he was the son of the late Richard Lyle and Arlene Johnson.

Rich was a well-known local businessman for nearly 40 years and was the owner and operator of Auto Medics in Joliet, and the former Auto Clinic.

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He is survived by his wife, Susan D. Johnson, of Wilmington; his son, Brian (Amber) Tezak of Joliet; his grandchildren, Landon Johnson, Dilan Tezak, and Mackenzie Tezak; one brother, Michael Zivic; three sisters, Linda Lambdin, Cheri Waznis and Kimberly Johnson; and several nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Gathering for Rich Johnson will be held Sunday, July 30, 2023, from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black Road, Joliet. Cremation rites have been accorded and interment will be private.

For more information, please call (815) 741-5500 or visit his Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com

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