WESTFIELD – David A. Johnson, Sr. “DJ”, 59, of Westfield died on January 9, 2014 at home. He was born in Westfield on March 26, 1954 son of the late Robert and Leocadia ( Brach) Johnson. DJ was a lifelong resident and attended Westfield schools. He was a mechanic and drywall taper, and belonged to the Painters Union. DJ also loved to play the guitar.
Besides his parents he was predeceased by two brothers, Robert Johnson Jr., and Joseph Johnson. He is survived by his sister, Patricia Gilbert, and brother Ralph Johnson and wife Diane all of Westfield. DJ also leaves three children, David Johnson Jr. and Amie Crosier both of Westfield and Wayne Wetherell of Agawam. He leaves five grandchildren, three nieces, two nephews, and several great nieces and nephews. DJ also leaves his beloved cat Hope.
Calling hours will be Friday, January 17th, from 5:00-8:00 p.m. at Firtion-Adams Funeral Service, 76 Broad Street, Westfield MA. Funeral and burial will be at the convenience of the family.
Memorial donations in his name may be made to the Westfield Homeless Cat Project, 1124 East Mountain Road, Westfield, MA 01085.
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