JOHNSON, Happy (Frank Johnson-Beckett) Johnson, Obituary

JOHNSON, Happy (Frank Johnson-Beckett) – It is with great sadness the family announces Happy’s passing, with his family by his side, at the Brantford General Hospital on Sunday, December 27th, 2015 in his 82nd year.

Predeceased by his first wife Marlene (2006). Beloved husband of Lorna. Loving father of Karen (Rick) Saunders, Durham; Patricia (Dave) Jemiolo, North Tonawanda; David (Connie) Beckett, Hamilton; Frank, Dartmouth N.S. Stepfather of Derek (Sue) Maloney, Kevin (Dianne) Maloney, Larry (Connie) Maloney and Gord (Ann Marie) Maloney. Grandfather of 6 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren.  Caring brother of Joe (Doris).

A beautiful voice has been silenced forever. Hap has performed all over Ontario for 50+ years. He won the E award in Collingwood in 2001 and many other awards over the years.

He loved performing at Hutch’s on the Beach, only missing 1 year out of 17. His voice brought smiles to thousands of people – one of his favorites was “My Way” which he performed at the Royal York in Toronto.

He served his country proudly (Blackwatch) from 1954-1965. Hap will be missed by all his Elvis Network and many friends.

He sold signs with his best friend Peter Saeglitz for 25 years.

A Celebration of Happy’s life take place at Sydenham United Church on Saturday, January 9th at 2 p.m.

In Lieu of flowers, donations to Help a Child Smile would be appreciated.

HamiltonObituaries.com

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