It is with heavy heart that we announce the passing of Master Joseph Johnson, Dan #031. Master Johnson joined the Federation after moving to Connecticut from Massachusetts as a red belt in 1976. He trained under Master Steven Bardsley and ran Danielson Martial Arts from 1982-1987. He was promoted to 4th Dan in December 2004. Master Johnson was a sergeant with the CT State Police and an instructor for the 92nd CSP Training Troop. He is survived by his daughter Anne Marie (Dan #203), her 3 siblings, and his wife Patricia. Services will be held on Friday, July 7th at Most Holy Trinity Church in Pomfret at 11 a.m.
https://www.gilmanandvalade.com/obituaries/Sgt-Joseph-Michael-Johnson?obId=28323619
I logged on to the CTSD site just now as I haven’t been here in a while, and I saw the notification of Sgt. Johnson’s passing. I remember him well as being a professional, honorable individual inside and outside of the dojang. Thank you, Mr. Johnson for passing along your wisdom and caring over the years. He and his family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Frank Capodicasa, #161