Alan Keith Johnson

Alan Keith Johnson, 73, born on June 19, 1947, in Compton, CA, passed away March 6, 2021, after a long illness. He resided in Cypress, CA at the time of his passing. Arrangements are under the direction of Forest Lawn, Cypress, California. Alan is survived by his wife, three children, 4 granddaughters and one sister. He graduated from Lakewood High School in Lakewood, CA 1965 and attended Long Beach City College. Alan enlisted in the United States Army during the Vietnam war and was an E5 Sgt at the time of his honorable discharge. Alan was a 45 year member of the Free and Accepted Masons and also a member of the Order of the Eastern. He will be laid to rest at the VA NATIONAL CEMETERY IN RIVERISDE, CA. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to any VA cause of your choice.

LETTING GO

The Angels gathered near your side
So very close to you
For they knew the pain and suffering
That you were going through

I thought about so many things
As I held tightly to your hand
Oh, how I wished that you were strong
And happy once again

But your eyes were looking homeward
To that place beyond the sky
Where Jesus held his outstretched arms
It was time to say good-bye

I struggled with my selfish thoughts
For I wanted you to stay
So we could walk and talk again
Like we did...just yesterday

But Jesus knew the answer
And I knew you loved Him so
So I gave to you life's greatest gift
The gift of letting go
-Judith Morse