Daniel Johnson

Daniel Johnson, 65, of Groton passed away April 9, 2024 surrounded by family at his home.  A private celebration will be held later.  Inurnment will take place in Union Cemetery, Groton under the direction of Paetznick-Garness Funeral Chapel, Groton.

Daniel David was born on April 17, 1958 in Aberdeen to William Donald and Elsie (Carlson) Johnson.  He attended school in Groton, graduating in 1977.  Dan built grain bins for several years following high school and later began working for the City of Groton.  He was City Manager for many years before his retirement in 2000.  Dan served as a board member on the Web Water Board.  He was also an Apiarist and showed many people how to care for bees and harvest honey.  Dan was an outdoor enthusiast and he cared for nature, he made his home a sanctuary for wildlife and beauty.   He encouraged many to come and enjoy is outdoor creation and he loved meeting and inviting people to enjoy his home.  He was an avid angler and hunter and loved being outdoors.  He was also an amazing wood artisan. 

.Dan was a strong believer in AA and had proudly reached 44 years of sobriety.

He was united in marriage with Kathryn Ann Sieh on August 6, 1977 and together they were blessed with two children.

Celebrating his life is his wife, Kathy, children, Zelos (Cheri) Johnson of Groton, Chanda (Logan) Nilsson of Bath, and grandchildren, Bennett Shabazz, Seric Shabazz, Darien Shabazz, Oaklyn Nilsson and Westin Nilsson.  Dan is also survived by his siblings, Mary Lou Erickson of Fortuna, CA, William (Darlene) Johnson of Stratford, Eunice (Ken) Wagner of Ferndale, CA, Marty ( Leticia ) Johnson of Bayside CA and Allen (Brenda) Johnson of Columbia.

Preceding him in death were his parents and his sister, Olena.

Memorials may be directed to Alcoholics Anonymous, 519 South Arch Street, Aberdeen, SD 57401

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