Sad news

[HRTV]

Steve Johnson's brother Craig passed away tonight. Steve is having trouble posting right now but the moment I get more info it will be posted asap.

[hydroracer25]

My deepest sympathies go out to Steve and all of his family. The whole Johnson family is a class act. Craig and I had many great battles in 15SSH between 1991-1992 and even though he hasn't raced in a few years, I always enjoyed our conversations at the Region 7 races or anywhere we may have crossed paths in the racing community.

I had just talked to Craig a few weeks ago to help him with a job search, as he just recently graduated from engineering school. It goes to show how quickly things can change.

This is tremendous loss to the Stock and Mod categories in the Midwest and to anyone who knew Craig.

Sincerely,
Mark Miskerik

[HRTV]

Steve sent me this email at 1:00am this morning guys and my heart is just about broken. If anyone out there knows Steve please give him a call asap ! and see if there is anything you can do to help.

Steve from the entire HydroRacer.Net family you have my deepest sympathy and if there is anything I can do please call me.

202-302-0090

This is the email Steve sent me this morning:


Thank you edit this into something you can post ,I don't think I'll do a very good job.Craig took his own life tonight . he was depressed about not finding any work after collage. we didn't expect this. he was planning to Race DSH next year.
He was active in region 7 and 8 and held many positions as a club member and as a stock commissioner in the 90s My folks are going to take this real bad he was 32
Steve Johnson 77G
Please post this I'll pass on any arrangements

[Racer 30 F]

Steve; I lost my youngest son a while back so I can feel the pain you're having. I just wanted to tell you that you are in our prayers and thoughts.
Art and Sandi Crawford

[18W]

I spoke to Steve this afternoon. He and his family, Mom and Dad, are having a really tough time as this was completly unexpected. There are no arrangements made yet as there are some processes that have to be followed in this state. As soon as I know any more I will post. Keep the Johnsons' in your prayers.
Davey

[mercguy]

seems this passing year has dealt alot of personal and family tragedies. I can only wish that 2004 will be a much better year!!!


Steve, stay strong and keep your head up. I wish you and your family my best.......

[17W]

The Backus family is keeping the entire Johnson family in our prayers. Keep your chin up & be strong!

God Bless You,
Brent Backus

[HRTV]

This was just sent in by Steve.

Services for Craig will be Monday Jan 4
Visitation will be 10:00-12:00 with service after
Ballard - Sunder Funeral Home
4565 Pleasent St SE
Prior Lake, MN 55372 (952)-447-2633

Steve Johnson (952)440-4744
Ken And Barb Johnson (952) 447 -4581

Thank You for All the E-Mails and support, Our racing family means so very much to us.

[Jeff Brewster 59s]

Craig,
I'll never understand why you left us, but I hope you are racing on the best course you've ever seen right now. I will miss you as my friend and never forget your smile. Condolences to your family, they must know you touched the lives of many thoughout the world in your short time here. So, jack up that motor and let her scream, I can see your smile from here! Good bye bud, Jeff

[HRTV]

This just in from Steve:

The e-mails and the calls mean more to me than you can ever know. I am saving everyone for my parents. If you care to write a few words for Craig please send them on. Craig left a lot of funny stories. If you have one please share. SJ77G @aol.com
Jay Reosner will be setting up a memorial fund for after the funeral.
Thank you all.I feel awful to trouble your holidays,but everyone I talk to seems to take a bit of the burden away.
God Bless
Steve Johnson

[Eric Engler]

GODSPEED Craig!

I'll see you and Griz in the Final Inspection Area in the sky.