Folkie Eugene Johnson
Folkie Eugene Johnson was born to Florence and Matt Johnson in Kinistino, Saskatchewan, on May 29, 1939. He was raised on the farm and learned about hard work, which he did with pride throughout his life.
He began his Yukon adventure when he arrived on February 14, 1962, to work at United Keno Hill Mines in Elsa at the request of his stepbrother Richard Scales. There he met the love of his life, Sandra Johnson (nee Sidney) on July 1, 1963, in Mayo. They married on November 7, 1964, in Whitehorse, surrounded by friends and family.
They started their relationship based on a loving mutual friendship which turned into 57 and a half years of commitment, love, and respect. They were blessed with three children, nine grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren, with two more on the way.
Folkie started his work career driving trucks at United Keno Hill Mines and later on moved to Yukon Government as a carpenter, then a custodian at Jack Hulland school and FH Collins school. He transferred to the Fire Marshall’s office where he held the position of fire inspector until his retirement. During his retirement, Folkie worked for Brinks for several years until a few years ago.
Folkie served his community volunteering as a firefighter, a veteran with the Canadian Rangers, and an instructor for the Canadian firearms safety course for many years. He enjoyed his time with the Canadian Rangers, his comrades, and exercises, and he particularly loved the snowmobiling excursions. He shared his passion for firearms and snowmobiling with his family and friends.
Folkie was strong-minded and had a zest for life until it was time to rejoin his family and friends in the heavens in the early hours of April 11, 2022. He is predeceased by his parents, Florence and Matthew Johnson; his brothers Arnie and Hugo Johnson; and his sister Myrna Johnson.
Folkie is survived by his wife Sandra Johnson; his children Cheryl (Bruce Wilcox), Darrell (Nina Coupland), Tricia (Albert Drapeau); his grandchildren, Gary Johnson [Felisha Johnson], Greg Johnson [Dina Loblaw], Liz Olynk [Jason Oliynyk], Rachel Johnson, Ryley Johnson, Brendan Johnson, Andrew Johnson, Madison Johnson, and Martin Drapeau; and his great-grandchildren Devin Oliynyk, and Ashlin Valente; brothers Manfred and Dennis Johnson. Folkie is also survived by numerous nephews, nieces, and cousins.
Folkie made a difference in all our lives. He loved to joke, loved to shoot, and loved life. We will truly miss him, but he will always be in our hearts.
Wendy Thompson
He was a very good man, God Bless🌹🌹🌹
David Thompson
I had the pleasure of knowing Folkie for many years. He was a very fine, honest, upright man. Allah’u’Abha 🌹
Karin
Folkie’s kind and gentle manner will be remembered by the many hearts he touched. He had a wonderful sense of humour and always had a huge smile for everyone he met. He left an amazing legacy!
Nick Veres
So long Folkie. You were a good friend and a straight shooter on and off the range. Condolences to all your family.
Eric and Kelly Morris-TESLIN
Our love, heartfelt condolences and prayers for everyone,
Shirley A Rudd
I remember Folkie as a kind gentle Man who had a big smile for us when we visited him in Whitehorse. I had good conversations
with him on the phone numerous times and I always felt happy & accepted with some humerous memories as we spoke. I know He
will be missed by all his friends & family.
Garry Bate
Folkie always had time to sit down and have a coffee with me when I dropped in unannounced. It didn’t matter if it years between visits we picked up where we left off. He truly will be missed,my deepest condolences to Sandra and his family.
Garry Bate
I will miss just dropping in unannounced for coffee with Folkie when I visited Whitehorse. He was a friend of my fathers and became mine. I remember going to the Canaught Ranges out side of Ottawa while in the military to shoot and finding Folkie there with the Rangers. We talked shooting over coffee of course. My deepest condolences to Sandra and the family.
Marcel Blackwell
Rest Easy, Sir.
Mr. JOHNSON was a wonderful person, and I’m very pleased to say he was a friend. Thank you for all the firearm lessons… God Bless
Maxine Lindsay
Mr. Johnson always had a smile on his face and a gentle laugh. He was the custodian at Jack Hulland school, like, forever. I always enjoyed seeing him around town as I grew older and made sure I said “Hello”. He is a lifetime staple.