1961
Lenward
2024
Lenward "Buck" Johnsen
November 20, 1961 — January 20, 2024
Lenward Erling Johnsen “Buck” died on Saturday, January 20
th
2024 at his home surrounded by his family. Buck was born November 20, 1961 in St. Mary’s, Georgia to the late Leroy and Elizabeth Johnsen. He is survived by his high school sweetheart and wife of 43 years, Liz, his daughters Aliana and Margo, his son-in-law Chris Jones, his two favorite people in the world his grandson Davis and his granddaughter Harper, and his dog Odin.
Buck is also survived by a large extended family including many Miller and Johnsen cousins who he loved very much.
Buck spent his life in Camden County but he would say that the first day that mattered to him was in the fall of 1979 when he spotted his future wife, Liz, at school. Together they would go on to create a beautiful life raising their girls and traveling the world. Buck was a quintessential girl dad, allowing toddler Aliana to name his hunting dogs forcing him to call out “rainbow brite!” in the woods, cheering them on at all their dance recitals, softball games, and halftime shows, taking them to breakfasts at Steffans before school, and never leaving them without a big, strong hug. Buck taught his girls how to fish, to be Braves and UGA football fans, to love the Stones, to be strong, kind, and curious, and how to play Texas hold’em. These lessons Buck would pass on to Davis and Harper, making sure they always knew how loved and important they were to their Papa who also made sure they knew how much to bet on the flop.
Buck’s premature death from Glioblastoma is not fair and has broken our hearts, but we know that he lived a life full of love, laughter, and adventure. Buck and Liz traveled from Alaska to Rome, but Buck’s favorite trip was their 40 th anniversary trip spent at Yellowstone National Park. Buck also traveled frequently to Vegas with his family and friends. We are so happy Buck was able to go to Vegas with friends one last time, a reminder to us all to not put off things for a later that isn’t guaranteed.
Buck and his family want to extend their heartful appreciation to his community of friends and neighbors who rallied behind them during his illness. The overwhelming outpouring of love and generosity was humbling for us all. Buck truly felt all of the love and support.
The family has asked in lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your local humane society. Buck’s family will miss him every day and asks that you live life according to Buck’s motto: be kind and do good for others.
A celebration of Buck’s life will be held at a later date
Buck is also survived by a large extended family including many Miller and Johnsen cousins who he loved very much.
Buck spent his life in Camden County but he would say that the first day that mattered to him was in the fall of 1979 when he spotted his future wife, Liz, at school. Together they would go on to create a beautiful life raising their girls and traveling the world. Buck was a quintessential girl dad, allowing toddler Aliana to name his hunting dogs forcing him to call out “rainbow brite!” in the woods, cheering them on at all their dance recitals, softball games, and halftime shows, taking them to breakfasts at Steffans before school, and never leaving them without a big, strong hug. Buck taught his girls how to fish, to be Braves and UGA football fans, to love the Stones, to be strong, kind, and curious, and how to play Texas hold’em. These lessons Buck would pass on to Davis and Harper, making sure they always knew how loved and important they were to their Papa who also made sure they knew how much to bet on the flop.
Buck’s premature death from Glioblastoma is not fair and has broken our hearts, but we know that he lived a life full of love, laughter, and adventure. Buck and Liz traveled from Alaska to Rome, but Buck’s favorite trip was their 40 th anniversary trip spent at Yellowstone National Park. Buck also traveled frequently to Vegas with his family and friends. We are so happy Buck was able to go to Vegas with friends one last time, a reminder to us all to not put off things for a later that isn’t guaranteed.
Buck and his family want to extend their heartful appreciation to his community of friends and neighbors who rallied behind them during his illness. The overwhelming outpouring of love and generosity was humbling for us all. Buck truly felt all of the love and support.
The family has asked in lieu of flowers, please make a donation to your local humane society. Buck’s family will miss him every day and asks that you live life according to Buck’s motto: be kind and do good for others.
A celebration of Buck’s life will be held at a later date
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