In loving memory of

Linden Johnson
October 10, 1958 - October 15, 2019

RUSHFORD, MN - Linden S. Johnson, 61, of Rushford, MN died on Tuesday, October 15, 2019, at his home.
Linden was born on October 10, 1958, in Preston, MN to Wesley D. and Elsa D. (Youngs) Johnson. He was a 1977 graduate of Rushford High School. Linden went to vocational school in Winona, MN for welding. On March 11, 1978, he married Heidi Rislove. Through his career, Linden worked at Norstad's Lumber Company and Bakken Construction in Rushford, Crenlo in Rochester, MN, and Badger Equipment in Winona as a manufacturing engineer.
Linden was a selfless family man, an outdoorsman, and a football fanatic. He loved fishing in the Boundary Waters of Minnesota. He enjoyed deer hunting, and searching for Morel mushrooms. He was also a lover of all kinds of animals. Linden was a member of Rushford Lutheran Church.
Linden is survived by his wife, Heidi; three children: Erica (Tyler) Eide of Rushford, Nicole (Matt) Erickson of Harmony, and Adam (Jenna) Johnson of Rushford; twelve grandchildren: Alyvia, Lakyn, Cashtyn, Cayne, Hunter, Hayden, Hope, Jaelyn, Kiara, Madilon, Ellia and Weslin; two siblings: Wayne (Sharon) Johnson of Rushford and Sharon Dee Johnson of Dover, MN.
He was preceded in death by his parents and Joey Laumb. A quote that Linden lived by was, "One day at a time."
There will be a funeral service for Linden at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 23, 2019, at Rushford Lutheran Church with the Reverend Steven Chellew officiating. Visitation will be from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday at Hoff Funeral and Cremation Service in Rushford, and one hour before the funeral service at the church on Wednesday.
Leave a memory of Linden and sign his online guestbook at www.hofffuneral.com. Hoff Funeral and Cremation Service is assisting the family with arrangements.

Tributes

Vickie Hanson wrote on Oct 29, 2019:

"Sorry for your loss I just heard about it he was a very nice person or I would have come to wake Vickie and Craig Hanson"

U.Robert Albrecht wrote on Oct 24, 2019:

"Linden was my Boss Man..out at the plant..for many many years..2 things I really liked about Linden..and made him the best iv'e ever worked for...He would always give my time off when I asked..& always hunt me down with my pay.There were other things as well. "Linden...you take care now..ya hear" URA "The HO Chunk Cowboy" Wynona "

Randy Elrod wrote on Oct 19, 2019:

"I learned about the darr auction during one of our visits from Las Vegas I remember how excited Linden was when he got his first scooter at one of the auctions"

Pat and Mary Ellen Sheehan wrote on Oct 19, 2019:

"Sorry for your loss. Linden was a great guy who helped me out many times at Badger Equipment. He will always live on in our memories of him. "

SamMichael Long wrote on Oct 18, 2019:

"Heidi, Prayers and thoughts with you and your during this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss. Please know I am thinking about you constantly and praying all the time. - SamMichael"

Bruce & Michelle Henslin wrote on Oct 18, 2019:

"We are so Sorry to hear of your loss. Our Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this very sad time. Bruce and Michelle Henslin"

Johnie & Jerri Bellock wrote on Oct 18, 2019:

"So sorry for your loss. Our prayers to you all. Johnie & Jerri Bellock "

Duane Kinneberg wrote on Oct 18, 2019:

"Wayne and family, deepest sympathy to you. I'm very sorry for your loss."

Dan Schell wrote on Oct 17, 2019:

"My Condolences to the family I worked with Linden at Badger for many years He will be missed R.I.P. Mr Johnson Dan the welding man"

Jeanette Dahl wrote on Oct 17, 2019:

"What a journey you have had Linden. You are too young to be gone already because your family loves you more than life and still needs you, especially Heidi. You have been a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and friend and you will be missed by so many. I am so sorry you had to go through so much pain, discomfort, and sadness with your medical issues these past years. You were one strong willed person to accept what you endured and Heidi was right by your side through it all. I just didn't know that God had prepared your room so soon. My prayers and sympathy are with you Heidi, Erica, Nikki and Adam and all the families. Hugs to each of you!"

Evonne Jordan wrote on Oct 17, 2019:

"Linden was such a fun guy! He and I didn?t hit it off for a few years, but when Heidi was diagnosed with breast cancer he stepped up and became a fierce protector and caregiver. He loved his wife and his family dearly. Even though he went through hell himself the last few years he was always looking forward to his next adventure! You will be missed by many, you old fart??"